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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T500 TJLMOT history

T500 TJL is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 126,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
126,535 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,779 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 TJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 TJL was last recorded at 126,535 miles on 14 May 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,532 miles · 11 May 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,779 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,535 miles
  • 2017 – 126,043 miles
  • 2016 – 118,574 miles
  • 2015 – 109,612 miles
  • 2014 – 103,059 miles
  • 2013 – 101,596 miles
  • 2012 – 99,341 miles
  • 2011 – 98,601 miles
  • 2010 – 97,111 miles
  • 2009 – 89,676 miles
  • 2008 – 83,778 miles
  • 2007 – 77,360 miles
  • 2006 – 71,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,535 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main steel pipe ,rear axle ,front caliper oipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))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.

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

19 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,535 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    126,535 miles
    Test number
    587739488874
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main steel pipe ,rear axle ,front caliper oipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Fail126,532 miles (+489)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,532 miles
    Test number
    626056725423
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main steel pipe ,rear axle ,front caliper oipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass126,043 miles (+7,469)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    126,043 miles
    Test number
    465839109380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass118,574 miles (+8,962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    118,574 miles
    Test number
    356389949732
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  5. Pass109,612 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    109,612 miles
    Test number
    817686355054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail109,609 miles (+6,550)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,609 miles
    Test number
    635121455082
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  7. Pass103,059 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    103,059 miles
    Test number
    586688354038
    • NoteOs wiper split but still clears screen

  8. Fail103,057 miles (+1,461)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,057 miles
    Test number
    448825954036
    • FailureBall joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOs wiper split but still clears screen

  9. Pass101,596 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    101,596 miles
    Test number
    248608793139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Fail101,562 miles (+2,221)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,562 miles
    Test number
    275362993185
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass99,341 miles (+740)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    99,341 miles
    Test number
    746137882154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass98,601 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    98,601 miles
    Test number
    137961081149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail98,599 miles (+1,488)12 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,599 miles
    Test number
    735538171130
    • FailureBrake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)
    • FailureSteering damper deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  14. Pass97,111 miles (+7,435)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    97,111 miles
    Test number
    391574790173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,676 miles (+5,898)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    89,676 miles
    Test number
    593682769180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass83,778 miles (+6,418)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    83,778 miles
    Test number
    204600458441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,360 miles (+6,279)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    77,360 miles
    Test number
    754241947104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    71,081 miles
    Test number
    501041456163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail71,081 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,081 miles
    Test number
    652811556173
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about T500 TJL

Does T500 TJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 TJL is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 TJL?
The MOT on T500 TJL is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 TJL done?
T500 TJL was recorded at 126,535 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 2,779 miles a year.
Has T500 TJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 TJL has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 TJL 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 T500 TJL find?
T500 TJL passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main steel pipe ,rear axle ,front caliper oipes; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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