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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T503 SAAMOT history

T503 SAA is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 220,279 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
220,279 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,738 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T503 SAA
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T503 SAA was last recorded at 220,279 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 7,468 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,811 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,468 miles
Average per year
6,738 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 220,279 miles
  • 2024 – 212,811 miles
  • 2023 – 197,749 miles
  • 2022 – 188,164 miles
  • 2021 – 187,131 miles
  • 2020 – 185,730 miles
  • 2019 – 181,817 miles
  • 2018 – 178,760 miles
  • 2017 – 175,557 miles
  • 2016 – 172,003 miles
  • 2015 – 167,569 miles
  • 2014 – 161,999 miles
  • 2013 – 154,707 miles
  • 2012 – 147,221 miles
  • 2011 – 142,938 miles
  • 2010 – 137,403 miles
  • 2009 – 120,678 miles
  • 2008 – 109,093 miles
  • 2007 – 92,903 miles
  • 2006 – 90,750 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,279 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,279 miles (+7,468)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    220,279 miles
    Test number
    631255873660
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  2. Pass212,811 miles (+15,062)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    212,811 miles
    Test number
    362576512418
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail corroded and weak. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass197,749 miles (+9,585)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    197,749 miles
    Test number
    486229006955
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Bottle low
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Corroded joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass188,164 miles (+1,033)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    188,164 miles
    Test number
    729651912910
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass187,131 miles (+1,401)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    187,131 miles
    Test number
    261696535933
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass185,730 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    185,730 miles
    Test number
    293431653983
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail185,729 miles (+3,912)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,729 miles
    Test number
    494243130794
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass181,817 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    181,817 miles
    Test number
    262456660337
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail181,817 miles (+3,057)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,817 miles
    Test number
    261701649437
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass178,760 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    178,760 miles
    Test number
    889481717649
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail178,760 miles (+3,203)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,760 miles
    Test number
    335073099465
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced within 30cm of towbar mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass175,557 miles (+3,554)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    175,557 miles
    Test number
    323332502294
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear 'D' bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass172,003 miles (+4,434)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    172,003 miles
    Test number
    475331618206
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both inner (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear section to centre join. (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush both rear upper (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush worn.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass167,569 miles (+5,570)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    167,569 miles
    Test number
    710616729014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisorySidewalls of all the tyres slightly perished

  15. Pass161,999 miles (+7,292)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    161,999 miles
    Test number
    115478304379
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Pass154,707 miles (+240)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    154,707 miles
    Test number
    297059803373
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteLeft wiper blade small splits
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff
    • NoteRear shock absorbers bushes worn
    • NoteSmall power steering leak
    • NoteTemp. repair to rear exhaust mounting

  17. Fail154,467 miles (+7,246)7 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,467 miles
    Test number
    405604803325
    • FailureCentre Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteLeft wiper blade small splits
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff
    • NoteRear shock absorbers bushes worn
    • NoteSmall power steering leak
    • NoteTemp. repair to rear exhaust mounting

  18. Pass147,221 miles (+4,283)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    147,221 miles
    Test number
    979960702306
    • NoteSlight leak from st/box

  19. Pass142,938 miles (+5,535)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    142,938 miles
    Test number
    429974211300
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass137,403 miles (+6,402)10 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    137,403 miles
    Test number
    973658100326
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside door step heavily corroded
    • NoteSlight oil dampness under engine / gearbox and rear axle
    • NoteSlight oil dampness under steering box area

  21. Pass131,001 miles (+10,323)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    131,001 miles
    Test number
    701915510096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass120,678 miles (+11,585)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    120,678 miles
    Test number
    543886509097
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteBoth outer c/v housing seals are damp
    • NoteLight perishing to both rear tyres

  23. Pass109,093 miles (+42)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    109,093 miles
    Test number
    113398218431
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSlight misting of oil from both front outer c/v housing seals
    • NoteUneven wear to both rear tyres
    • NoteWear to o/s steering damper rubber bush

  24. Fail109,051 miles (+16,148)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,051 miles
    Test number
    480977318092
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSlight misting of oil from both front outer c/v housing seals
    • NoteUneven wear to both rear tyres
    • NoteWear to o/s steering damper rubber bush

  25. Pass92,903 miles (+2,153)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    92,903 miles
    Test number
    353919217082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass90,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    90,750 miles
    Test number
    743162676217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T503 SAA

Does T503 SAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T503 SAA is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T503 SAA?
The MOT on T503 SAA is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T503 SAA done?
T503 SAA was recorded at 220,279 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 6,738 miles a year.
Has T503 SAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T503 SAA has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on T503 SAA 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 T503 SAA find?
T503 SAA passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear.; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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