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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T45 BWWMOT history

T45 BWW is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 20 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 175,368 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
175,368 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T45 BWW
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
20 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T45 BWW was last recorded at 175,368 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 4,905 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,463 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,905 miles
Average per year
8,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,368 miles
  • 2025 – 170,463 miles
  • 2024 – 167,208 miles
  • 2023 – 163,591 miles
  • 2022 – 159,660 miles
  • 2021 – 158,426 miles
  • 2020 – 156,551 miles
  • 2019 – 154,429 miles
  • 2018 – 150,557 miles
  • 2017 – 147,101 miles
  • 2015 – 142,628 miles
  • 2014 – 139,429 miles
  • 2013 – 135,849 miles
  • 2012 – 131,753 miles
  • 2011 – 127,204 miles
  • 2010 – 122,995 miles
  • 2009 – 119,699 miles
  • 2008 – 116,243 miles
  • 2007 – 111,142 miles
  • 2006 – 10,423 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,368 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.

  • Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass175,368 miles (+4,905)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    175,368 miles
    Test number
    463630542540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass170,463 miles (+3,255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2026
    Odometer
    170,463 miles
    Test number
    340875322613
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass167,208 miles (+3,617)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    167,208 miles
    Test number
    675860733829
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine /gear box/rear diff axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass163,591 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    163,591 miles
    Test number
    874417436844
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'A' frame mounting bush worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail163,590 miles (+3,930)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,590 miles
    Test number
    377076780016
    • DangerousVehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'A' frame bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush worn

  6. Pass159,660 miles (+1,234)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    159,660 miles
    Test number
    649250032968
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced back panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass158,426 miles (+1,875)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    158,426 miles
    Test number
    290212860749
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting back panel and both rear chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryRecommend rear brakes be serviced

  8. Pass156,551 miles (+2,122)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    156,551 miles
    Test number
    874610445021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass154,429 miles (+3,872)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    154,429 miles
    Test number
    138537657469
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass150,557 miles (+3,456)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    150,557 miles
    Test number
    691681384181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass147,101 miles (+4,473)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    147,101 miles
    Test number
    216398817423
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded

  12. Pass142,628 miles (+3,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    142,628 miles
    Test number
    450156061509
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box area (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass139,429 miles (+3,580)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    139,429 miles
    Test number
    157281314323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass135,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    135,849 miles
    Test number
    788876823371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail135,849 miles (+4,096)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,849 miles
    Test number
    858276323330
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteO.s.rear s/absorber casing deteriorating

  16. Pass131,753 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    131,753 miles
    Test number
    459212222456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

  17. Fail131,750 miles (+4,546)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,750 miles
    Test number
    419530922432
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

  18. Pass127,204 miles (+4,209)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    127,204 miles
    Test number
    595984711315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass122,995 miles (+3,296)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    122,995 miles
    Test number
    712045610378
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass119,699 miles (+3,456)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    119,699 miles
    Test number
    281447909354
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass116,243 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    116,243 miles
    Test number
    920066978283
    • NotePlay in front transmission
    • NoteRear brake pads half worn
    • NoteSlight movement in rear anti-roll bar inner bushes
    • NoteSlight movement in rear propshaft UJ
    • NoteSmall crack in front number plate

  22. Fail116,243 miles (+5,101)3 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,243 miles
    Test number
    363285578494
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in front transmission
    • NoteRear brake pads half worn
    • NoteSlight movement in rear anti-roll bar inner bushes
    • NoteSlight movement in rear propshaft UJ
    • NoteSmall crack in front number plate

  23. Pass111,142 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    111,142 miles
    Test number
    110366577202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteTransmission noise

  24. Fail111,142 miles (+100,719)6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,142 miles
    Test number
    410909267248
    • FailureFront Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExcessive movement in front & rear prop shaft universal joints
    • NoteTransmission noise

  25. Pass10,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    10,423 miles
    Test number
    540886736230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T45 BWW

Does T45 BWW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T45 BWW is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T45 BWW?
The MOT on T45 BWW is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T45 BWW done?
T45 BWW was recorded at 175,368 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 8,266 miles a year.
Has T45 BWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T45 BWW has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T45 BWW 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 T45 BWW find?
T45 BWW passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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