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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T459 TREMOT history

T459 TRE is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 150,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
150,011 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,386 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T459 TRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T459 TRE was last recorded at 150,011 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 950 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,061 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
950 miles
Average per year
5,386 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,011 miles
  • 2025 – 149,061 miles
  • 2024 – 148,910 miles
  • 2023 – 148,742 miles
  • 2022 – 148,211 miles
  • 2021 – 147,719 miles
  • 2020 – 147,138 miles
  • 2019 – 146,669 miles
  • 2018 – 146,029 miles
  • 2017 – 137,408 miles
  • 2016 – 122,418 miles
  • 2015 – 113,314 miles
  • 2014 – 109,819 miles
  • 2013 – 103,599 miles
  • 2012 – 94,402 miles
  • 2011 – 83,095 miles
  • 2010 – 68,624 miles
  • 2009 – 60,983 miles
  • 2008 – 53,866 miles
  • 2007 – 47,393 miles
  • 2006 – 41,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,011 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake caliper

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake caliper

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside oil leak steering box drop arm seal.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,011 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    150,011 miles
    Test number
    608412619564
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail150,011 miles (+950)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,011 miles
    Test number
    178568584622
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass149,061 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    149,061 miles
    Test number
    581848182171
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail149,061 miles (+151)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,061 miles
    Test number
    200445385977
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box arm joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass148,910 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    148,910 miles
    Test number
    199582032229
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside oil leak steering box drop arm seal.
    • AdvisoryMain and dip switch faulty / worn.

  6. Fail148,910 miles (+168)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,910 miles
    Test number
    802912736295
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm first joint. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jets weak.. (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside oil leak steering box drop arm seal.
    • AdvisoryMain and dip switch faulty / worn.

  7. Pass148,742 miles (+531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    148,742 miles
    Test number
    828915409497
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  8. Pass148,211 miles (+492)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    148,211 miles
    Test number
    765911368013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass147,719 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    147,719 miles
    Test number
    929643169540
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi' area.... (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished.... (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer door handle slightly broken....

  10. Fail147,719 miles (+581)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,719 miles
    Test number
    395487401005
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (leading to flexi' .....) (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached at top fixing.... (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi' area.... (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished.... (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer door handle slightly broken....

  11. Pass147,138 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    147,138 miles
    Test number
    471336191607
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer door handle loose but door can be opened from outside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail147,137 miles (+468)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,137 miles
    Test number
    718784337820
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer door handle loose but door can be opened from outside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBonnet difficult to open

  13. Pass146,669 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    146,669 miles
    Test number
    906640033313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side-wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Fail146,669 miles (+640)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,669 miles
    Test number
    583602006420
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side-wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass146,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    146,029 miles
    Test number
    525218678543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail146,029 miles (+8,621)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,029 miles
    Test number
    413551209798
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHazard lamps not working on the n/s

  17. Pass137,408 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    137,408 miles
    Test number
    986415627943
    • AdvisoryFront Propshaft universal joint worn rear joint
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre puncture repaired
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn front joint
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm front bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear tyres 3mm
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount not located
    • AdvisorySlight play in all wheel bearings

  18. Fail137,408 miles (+14,990)1 failure2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,408 miles
    Test number
    706711337575
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle suspension arm (4.1.D.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Propshaft universal joint worn rear joint
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre puncture repaired
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn front joint
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm front bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear tyres 3mm
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount not located
    • AdvisorySlight play in all wheel bearings

  19. Pass122,418 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    122,418 miles
    Test number
    816021479059
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads rattle in calipers
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes under sealed
    • AdvisoryChassis has had previous welding repairs and under sealed
    • AdvisoryPlay in wheel bearings

  20. Fail122,418 miles (+9,104)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,418 miles
    Test number
    218144674931
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads rattle in calipers
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes under sealed
    • AdvisoryChassis has had previous welding repairs and under sealed
    • AdvisoryPlay in wheel bearings

  21. Pass113,314 miles (+3,495)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    113,314 miles
    Test number
    171550069233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass109,819 miles (+6,220)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    109,819 miles
    Test number
    378386204290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass103,599 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    103,599 miles
    Test number
    237344903278
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Fail103,599 miles (+9,197)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,599 miles
    Test number
    557424403226
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  25. Pass94,402 miles (+11,307)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    94,402 miles
    Test number
    217753292402
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  26. Pass83,095 miles (+14,471)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    83,095 miles
    Test number
    467885991106
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass68,624 miles (+7,641)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    68,624 miles
    Test number
    941857690171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass60,983 miles (+10)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    60,983 miles
    Test number
    291636919253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth wipers in poor condition

  29. Fail60,973 miles (+7,107)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,973 miles
    Test number
    234921819241
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth wipers in poor condition

  30. Pass53,866 miles (+6,473)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    53,866 miles
    Test number
    493537318289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass47,393 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    47,393 miles
    Test number
    242889317260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail47,373 miles (+5,887)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,373 miles
    Test number
    113994617216
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass41,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    41,486 miles
    Test number
    604684616227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail41,486 miles5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,486 miles
    Test number
    340802816226
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about T459 TRE

Does T459 TRE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T459 TRE is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T459 TRE?
The MOT on T459 TRE is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T459 TRE done?
T459 TRE was recorded at 150,011 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 5,386 miles a year.
Has T459 TRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T459 TRE has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T459 TRE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T459 TRE find?
T459 TRE passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides; front coil spring corroded both sides; hydraulic leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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