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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T459 VSCMOT history

T459 VSC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 181,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
181,131 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,866 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T459 VSC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T459 VSC was last recorded at 181,131 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 5,503 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,628 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,503 miles
Average per year
4,866 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,131 miles
  • 2025 – 175,628 miles
  • 2024 – 169,076 miles
  • 2023 – 165,625 miles
  • 2022 – 163,332 miles
  • 2021 – 160,619 miles
  • 2020 – 158,391 miles
  • 2019 – 149,325 miles
  • 2018 – 140,671 miles
  • 2017 – 135,855 miles
  • 2016 – 129,500 miles
  • 2013 – 126,807 miles
  • 2011 – 125,059 miles
  • 2010 – 113,167 miles
  • 2009 – 107,779 miles
  • 2008 – 99,826 miles
  • 2007 – 90,077 miles
  • 2006 – 86,107 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,131 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,131 miles (+5,503)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    181,131 miles
    Test number
    213968333365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass175,628 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    175,628 miles
    Test number
    293296712274
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail175,625 miles (+6,549)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,625 miles
    Test number
    884908749261
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass169,076 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    169,076 miles
    Test number
    121299505477
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail169,076 miles (+3,451)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,076 miles
    Test number
    802770671556
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass165,625 miles (+2,293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    165,625 miles
    Test number
    667054874399
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine , transfer box and front axle. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass163,332 miles (+2,713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    163,332 miles
    Test number
    629356490736
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass160,619 miles (+2,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    160,619 miles
    Test number
    968034649672
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass158,391 miles (+9,066)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    158,391 miles
    Test number
    831624500285
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking

  10. Pass149,325 miles (+8,654)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    149,325 miles
    Test number
    604687018114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass140,671 miles (+4,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    140,671 miles
    Test number
    710766787193
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass135,855 miles (+6,355)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    135,855 miles
    Test number
    605645883236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass129,500 miles (+2,693)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    129,500 miles
    Test number
    152246972556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass126,807 miles (+1,748)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    126,807 miles
    Test number
    359119433046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass125,059 miles (+11,892)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    125,059 miles
    Test number
    647430641155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass113,167 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    113,167 miles
    Test number
    994095700115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail113,166 miles (+5,387)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,166 miles
    Test number
    351883900126
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass107,779 miles (+14)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    107,779 miles
    Test number
    524519419141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Fail107,765 miles (+7,939)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,765 miles
    Test number
    460064309176
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteCorrosion to centre cross member ; out riggers ; and suspension componants
    • NoteCorrosion to chassis ; sounds very soft in places ; but not holed

  20. Pass99,826 miles (+9,749)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    99,826 miles
    Test number
    802900408117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass90,077 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    90,077 miles
    Test number
    440890707148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail90,054 miles (+3,947)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,054 miles
    Test number
    843968687029
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  23. Pass86,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    86,107 miles
    Test number
    890229986102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail86,107 miles7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,107 miles
    Test number
    953654886118
    • FailureFront Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteDrivers door stiff to open

Questions about T459 VSC

Does T459 VSC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T459 VSC is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T459 VSC?
The MOT on T459 VSC is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T459 VSC done?
T459 VSC was recorded at 181,131 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 4,866 miles a year.
Has T459 VSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T459 VSC has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T459 VSC 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 VSC find?
T459 VSC passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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