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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T498 LBCMOT history

T498 LBC is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 140,786 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
140,786 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T498 LBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T498 LBC was last recorded at 140,786 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 2,385 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,401 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,385 miles
Average per year
4,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,786 miles
  • 2025 – 138,401 miles
  • 2024 – 135,294 miles
  • 2023 – 131,983 miles
  • 2022 – 129,180 miles
  • 2021 – 126,082 miles
  • 2020 – 122,688 miles
  • 2019 – 119,042 miles
  • 2018 – 115,584 miles
  • 2017 – 112,131 miles
  • 2016 – 107,953 miles
  • 2015 – 103,749 miles
  • 2014 – 99,276 miles
  • 2013 – 94,094 miles
  • 2012 – 89,792 miles
  • 2011 – 84,845 miles
  • 2010 – 80,591 miles
  • 2009 – 75,055 miles
  • 2008 – 68,839 miles
  • 2007 – 61,632 miles
  • 2006 – 56,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,786 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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipes undersealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,786 miles (+2,385)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    140,786 miles
    Test number
    613791083404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass138,401 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    138,401 miles
    Test number
    505961068688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail138,371 miles (+3,077)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,371 miles
    Test number
    846176817260
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  4. Pass135,294 miles (+3,311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    135,294 miles
    Test number
    183814291469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass131,983 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    131,983 miles
    Test number
    348303458929
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail131,966 miles (+2,786)3 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,966 miles
    Test number
    124632207982
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached Ball joint detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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 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 Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure Bolt missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass129,180 miles (+3,098)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    129,180 miles
    Test number
    914197564387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass126,082 miles (+3,394)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    126,082 miles
    Test number
    282114482044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass122,688 miles (+3,646)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    122,688 miles
    Test number
    526529736610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass119,042 miles (+3,458)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    119,042 miles
    Test number
    790952879912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass115,584 miles (+3,453)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    115,584 miles
    Test number
    510308689459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass112,131 miles (+59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    112,131 miles
    Test number
    536044640033
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes undersealed

  13. Fail112,072 miles (+4,119)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,072 miles
    Test number
    625845820170
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play steering box drop arm, boot missing also not split pinned (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded chassis to rear flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes undersealed

  14. Pass107,953 miles (+4,204)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    107,953 miles
    Test number
    959557565433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass103,749 miles (+4,473)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    103,749 miles
    Test number
    885245905237
    • NoteUnderbody undersealed

  16. Pass99,276 miles (+5,182)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    99,276 miles
    Test number
    199726204264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass94,094 miles (+4,302)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    94,094 miles
    Test number
    219477573467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass89,792 miles (+4,947)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    89,792 miles
    Test number
    399518502246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass84,845 miles (+4,254)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    84,845 miles
    Test number
    267837001206
    • NoteUnderbody & brake pipes undersealed

  20. Pass80,591 miles (+5,536)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    80,591 miles
    Test number
    593307300266
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  21. Pass75,055 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    75,055 miles
    Test number
    591918369144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail75,021 miles (+6,182)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,021 miles
    Test number
    501086369127
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass68,839 miles (+7,207)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    68,839 miles
    Test number
    652459358186
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass61,632 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    61,632 miles
    Test number
    320293767157
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Fail61,632 miles (+5,412)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,632 miles
    Test number
    873312067140
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  26. Pass56,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    56,220 miles
    Test number
    860560466164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail56,220 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,220 miles
    Test number
    202780566176
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about T498 LBC

Does T498 LBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T498 LBC is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T498 LBC?
The MOT on T498 LBC is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T498 LBC done?
T498 LBC was recorded at 140,786 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 4,216 miles a year.
Has T498 LBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T498 LBC has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T498 LBC 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 T498 LBC find?
T498 LBC passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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