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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T479 UFSMOT history

T479 UFS is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,342 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
72,342 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,504 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T479 UFS
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
24 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T479 UFS was last recorded at 72,342 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 6,893 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,449 miles · 7 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,893 miles
Average per year
2,504 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,342 miles
  • 2025 – 65,449 miles
  • 2024 – 58,388 miles
  • 2023 – 54,382 miles
  • 2022 – 51,328 miles
  • 2021 – 49,973 miles
  • 2020 – 49,446 miles
  • 2019 – 48,215 miles
  • 2018 – 46,185 miles
  • 2017 – 40,837 miles
  • 2016 – 35,102 miles
  • 2015 – 34,881 miles
  • 2014 – 34,262 miles
  • 2013 – 33,403 miles
  • 2012 – 32,813 miles
  • 2011 – 31,633 miles
  • 2010 – 30,372 miles
  • 2009 – 29,015 miles
  • 2008 – 27,248 miles
  • 2007 – 24,838 miles
  • 2006 – 22,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,342 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,342 miles (+6,893)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    72,342 miles
    Test number
    320277140361
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass65,449 miles (+7,061)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    65,449 miles
    Test number
    726282003558
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass58,388 miles (+4,006)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    58,388 miles
    Test number
    456991140333
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leak and joint between front silencer and front exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside front footwell
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corrosion

  4. Pass54,382 miles (+3,054)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    54,382 miles
    Test number
    279220102560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass51,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    51,328 miles
    Test number
    224639418272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail51,328 miles (+1,355)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,328 miles
    Test number
    920666226089
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated and slight play (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass49,973 miles (+527)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    49,973 miles
    Test number
    779492327389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass49,446 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2021
    Odometer
    49,446 miles
    Test number
    467757484033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail49,446 miles (+1,231)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,446 miles
    Test number
    958729775368
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass48,215 miles (+2,030)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    48,215 miles
    Test number
    937503471111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,185 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    46,185 miles
    Test number
    279656201608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail46,184 miles (+5,347)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,184 miles
    Test number
    714277313041
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  13. Pass40,837 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    40,837 miles
    Test number
    364472071932
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail40,837 miles (+5,735)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,837 miles
    Test number
    310493384128
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass35,102 miles (+221)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    35,102 miles
    Test number
    166539967721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,881 miles (+619)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    34,881 miles
    Test number
    956497275158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,262 miles (+859)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    34,262 miles
    Test number
    208604774413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,403 miles (+590)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    33,403 miles
    Test number
    506185873146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,813 miles (+1,180)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    32,813 miles
    Test number
    425547972164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,633 miles (+1,261)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,633 miles
    Test number
    705769171135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,372 miles (+1,357)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    30,372 miles
    Test number
    221322570459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,015 miles (+1,767)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    29,015 miles
    Test number
    334286069131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,248 miles (+2,410)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    27,248 miles
    Test number
    551160578110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,838 miles (+2,683)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    24,838 miles
    Test number
    132619767129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass22,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    22,155 miles
    Test number
    713596266108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T479 UFS

Does T479 UFS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T479 UFS is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T479 UFS?
The MOT on T479 UFS is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T479 UFS done?
T479 UFS was recorded at 72,342 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 2,504 miles a year.
Has T479 UFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T479 UFS has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T479 UFS 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 T479 UFS find?
T479 UFS passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive.

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