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Land Rover Defender

Green and Cream · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T47 TDAMOT history

T47 TDA is a green and cream diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 125,803 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
125,803 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,368 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T47 TDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green and Cream
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T47 TDA was last recorded at 125,803 miles on 30 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,802 miles · 21 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,368 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,803 miles
  • 2025 – 124,828 miles
  • 2024 – 122,154 miles
  • 2023 – 119,054 miles
  • 2022 – 115,440 miles
  • 2021 – 113,997 miles
  • 2020 – 112,240 miles
  • 2018 – 111,540 miles
  • 2017 – 110,208 miles
  • 2016 – 106,628 miles
  • 2015 – 102,487 miles
  • 2014 – 96,564 miles
  • 2013 – 93,541 miles
  • 2012 – 91,155 miles
  • 2011 – 79,689 miles
  • 2010 – 67,092 miles
  • 2009 – 54,249 miles
  • 2008 – 44,857 miles
  • 2007 – 41,700 miles
  • 2006 – 40,312 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,803 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

30 tests since 2 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,803 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    125,803 miles
    Test number
    792372605375
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail125,802 miles (+974)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,802 miles
    Test number
    660762287626
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting x2 (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting x3 (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass124,828 miles (+2,674)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2026
    Odometer
    124,828 miles
    Test number
    455557957790
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass122,154 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    122,154 miles
    Test number
    123526445895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail122,146 miles (+3,092)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,146 miles
    Test number
    298812488907
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass119,054 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    119,054 miles
    Test number
    404684965578
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail119,047 miles (+3,607)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,047 miles
    Test number
    342874405883
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass115,440 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    115,440 miles
    Test number
    551603774648
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail115,440 miles (+158)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,440 miles
    Test number
    188191629380
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail115,282 miles (+1,285)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,282 miles
    Test number
    444167682655
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play Steering box drop arm joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak from both front hubs
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass113,997 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    113,997 miles
    Test number
    474310414161
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail113,985 miles (+1,745)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,985 miles
    Test number
    542958827448
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end seriously misaligned seized (2.1.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end seriously misaligned seized (2.1.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass112,240 miles (+700)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    112,240 miles
    Test number
    122116760316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass111,540 miles (+1,332)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    111,540 miles
    Test number
    628349280712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass110,208 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    110,208 miles
    Test number
    753950515374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel joint leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Fail110,200 miles (+3,572)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,200 miles
    Test number
    356118810184
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel joint leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Pass106,628 miles (+4,141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    106,628 miles
    Test number
    366623380827
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail102,487 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,487 miles
    Test number
    496973305282
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  19. Pass102,487 miles (+5,923)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    102,487 miles
    Test number
    875183105202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  20. Fail96,564 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,564 miles
    Test number
    167849104291
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass96,564 miles (+3,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    96,564 miles
    Test number
    828419604242
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass93,541 miles (+2,386)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    93,541 miles
    Test number
    309746793158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass91,155 miles (+11,466)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    91,155 miles
    Test number
    798965012238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass79,689 miles (+12,597)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    79,689 miles
    Test number
    717052191153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass67,092 miles (+117)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    67,092 miles
    Test number
    891611710219
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f swivel housing seal leaking oil
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc still has slight oil residue,NEEDS MONITORING.
    • NoteO/s passengers door does not open
    • NotePlay in wiper rack
    • NoteRear brake hose contaminated by oil

  26. Fail66,975 miles (+12,726)5 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,975 miles
    Test number
    173077400272
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f swivel housing seal leaking oil
    • NoteO/s passengers door does not open
    • NotePlay in wiper rack
    • NoteRear brake hose contaminated by oil

  27. Pass54,249 miles (+9,392)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    54,249 miles
    Test number
    894452009289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,857 miles (+3,157)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    44,857 miles
    Test number
    624792718233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass41,700 miles (+1,388)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    41,700 miles
    Test number
    650642937057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass40,312 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    40,312 miles
    Test number
    852846806339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust front pipe close to the chassis
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside wiper blade worn

Questions about T47 TDA

Does T47 TDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T47 TDA is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T47 TDA?
The MOT on T47 TDA is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T47 TDA done?
T47 TDA was recorded at 125,803 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2026, an average of 4,368 miles a year.
Has T47 TDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T47 TDA has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T47 TDA 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 T47 TDA find?
T47 TDA passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front coil spring corroded n/s and o/s; oil leak, but not excessive; rear coil spring corroded n/s and o/s.

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