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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T47 TTAMOT history

T47 TTA is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 95,911 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
95,911 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T47 TTA
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
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T47 TTA was last recorded at 95,911 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 1,573 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,338 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,573 miles
Average per year
3,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,911 miles
  • 2025 – 94,338 miles
  • 2024 – 93,058 miles
  • 2023 – 91,564 miles
  • 2022 – 88,745 miles
  • 2021 – 83,686 miles
  • 2020 – 83,011 miles
  • 2019 – 74,563 miles
  • 2018 – 69,418 miles
  • 2017 – 63,603 miles
  • 2016 – 56,325 miles
  • 2015 – 54,597 miles
  • 2014 – 53,235 miles
  • 2013 – 51,563 miles
  • 2012 – 49,830 miles
  • 2011 – 48,289 miles
  • 2010 – 46,542 miles
  • 2009 – 44,271 miles
  • 2008 – 41,219 miles
  • 2007 – 37,896 miles
  • 2006 – 34,733 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,911 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryBattery box corroded

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,911 miles (+1,573)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    95,911 miles
    Test number
    262748182822
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBattery box corroded

  2. Pass94,338 miles (+176)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    94,338 miles
    Test number
    883220759204
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail94,162 miles (+1,104)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,162 miles
    Test number
    961653084790
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking fuel filter / housing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass93,058 miles (+1,494)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    93,058 miles
    Test number
    729343351386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported front to rear/pipe at Front (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass91,564 miles (+2,819)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    91,564 miles
    Test number
    817052730775
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at n/s and o/s bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise brake performance just met requirements

  6. Pass88,745 miles (+5,059)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    88,745 miles
    Test number
    878395245207
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass83,686 miles (+675)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    83,686 miles
    Test number
    135608897665
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Fail83,011 miles (+8,448)1 dangerous8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,011 miles
    Test number
    652281108175
    • DangerousSteering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm pitman arm loose (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front cross member (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting on cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting at chassis leg to cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting at fuel tank (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported at flexi (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass74,563 miles (+263)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,563 miles
    Test number
    886078406443
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose insecure at bracket
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion on underside of vehicle

  10. Fail74,300 miles (+4,882)12 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,300 miles
    Test number
    168356120691
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm off steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower VIN number is covered in under seal
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel tank slightly loose carrier is rusting away (6.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass69,418 miles (+5,815)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    69,418 miles
    Test number
    607686948794
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass63,603 miles (+7,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    63,603 miles
    Test number
    186758258262
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight seep of oil around steering box

  13. Pass56,325 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,325 miles
    Test number
    758134419954
    • AdvisorySlight power steering seepage from steering box area

  14. Fail56,325 miles (+1,728)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,325 miles
    Test number
    147166697146
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySlight power steering seepage from steering box area

  15. Pass54,597 miles (+1,362)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    54,597 miles
    Test number
    926866880009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,235 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    53,235 miles
    Test number
    119781484290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail53,217 miles (+1,654)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,217 miles
    Test number
    357999674465
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass51,563 miles (+1,733)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    51,563 miles
    Test number
    545165093206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,830 miles (+1,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    49,830 miles
    Test number
    128313192282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass48,289 miles (+9)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    48,289 miles
    Test number
    567557691227
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteDamp around nearside front inner hub assembley
    • NoteNearside front strut top starting to corrode
    • NotePlastic caseing for offside and nearside seat belt catches broken/loose

  21. Fail48,280 miles (+1,738)11 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,280 miles
    Test number
    946852791221
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear An item not tested (Manual)
    • NoteDamp around nearside front inner hub assembley
    • NotePlastic caseing for offside and nearside seat belt catches broken/loose

  22. Pass46,542 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    46,542 miles
    Test number
    382548180498
    • NoteBoth front outer seat belts starting to fray
    • NoteSome corrosion on offside rear chassis

  23. Fail46,542 miles (+2,271)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,542 miles
    Test number
    992888580203
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth front outer seat belts starting to fray
    • NoteSome corrosion on offside rear chassis

  24. Pass44,271 miles (+3,052)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    44,271 miles
    Test number
    971889689245
    • NoteOffside front seat belt webbing fraying
    • NoteChassis brake pipe corroding

  25. Pass41,219 miles (+3,323)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,219 miles
    Test number
    754212758261
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NotePlay in steering box drop arm ball joint

  26. Pass37,896 miles (+3,163)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    37,896 miles
    Test number
    883390357240
    • NoteSome play in steering box drop arm ball joint

  27. Pass34,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    34,733 miles
    Test number
    841884646210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail34,733 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,733 miles
    Test number
    771054546249
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about T47 TTA

Does T47 TTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T47 TTA is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T47 TTA?
The MOT on T47 TTA is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T47 TTA done?
T47 TTA was recorded at 95,911 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 3,047 miles a year.
Has T47 TTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T47 TTA has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T47 TTA 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 TTA find?
T47 TTA passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 3 more.

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