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White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T506 UAYMOT history

T506 UAY is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 185,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
185,565 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T506 UAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T506 UAY was last recorded at 185,565 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 646 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,919 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
646 miles
Average per year
4,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,565 miles
  • 2025 – 184,919 miles
  • 2024 – 183,785 miles
  • 2023 – 182,233 miles
  • 2022 – 180,667 miles
  • 2021 – 178,855 miles
  • 2020 – 177,647 miles
  • 2019 – 175,566 miles
  • 2018 – 172,451 miles
  • 2017 – 167,714 miles
  • 2016 – 165,476 miles
  • 2015 – 164,004 miles
  • 2014 – 159,791 miles
  • 2013 – 155,685 miles
  • 2012 – 151,061 miles
  • 2011 – 146,020 miles
  • 2010 – 141,406 miles
  • 2009 – 133,286 miles
  • 2008 – 124,740 miles
  • 2007 – 113,214 miles
  • 2006 – 102,902 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,565 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting inbetween tread pattern & perished on inner and outer sidewalls. 235/85x16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting inbetween tread pattern & perished on inner and outer sidewalls. 235/85x16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering box (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 x across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on tread and heavily perished / split. NO CORDS OR PLY visible at this time

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on tread and heavily perished / split. NO CORDS OR PLY visible at this time

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded x 2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle x 2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,565 miles (+646)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    185,565 miles
    Test number
    900872453523
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting inbetween tread pattern & perished on inner and outer sidewalls. 235/85x16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting inbetween tread pattern & perished on inner and outer sidewalls. 235/85x16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 x across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass184,919 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    184,919 miles
    Test number
    165457242604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on tread and heavily perished / split. NO CORDS OR PLY visible at this time (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on tread and heavily perished / split. NO CORDS OR PLY visible at this time (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle x 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail184,913 miles (+1,128)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,913 miles
    Test number
    982552424359
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on tread and heavily perished / split. NO CORDS OR PLY visible at this time (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on tread and heavily perished / split. NO CORDS OR PLY visible at this time (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle x 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass183,785 miles (+1,552)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    183,785 miles
    Test number
    873642489292
    • AdvisoryBrake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass182,233 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    182,233 miles
    Test number
    922091718647
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer disc face heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed door hinge (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Fail182,227 miles (+1,560)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,227 miles
    Test number
    172853823171
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer disc face heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed door hinge (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass180,667 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    180,667 miles
    Test number
    549867644012
    • AdvisoryBrake discs corroded on outer faces but not excessively

  8. Fail180,661 miles (+1,806)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,661 miles
    Test number
    284695635695
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Main front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Pitman gaitor (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake discs corroded on outer faces but not excessively

  9. Pass178,855 miles (+1,208)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    178,855 miles
    Test number
    364495073179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face corroded / pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face corroded / pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass177,647 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    177,647 miles
    Test number
    805454528933
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  11. Fail177,645 miles (+2,079)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,645 miles
    Test number
    660859023126
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger area x 2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush - rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap damaged but still seals
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  12. Pass175,566 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    175,566 miles
    Test number
    975818656906
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  13. Fail175,557 miles (+3,106)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,557 miles
    Test number
    496473085349
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  14. Pass172,451 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    172,451 miles
    Test number
    913394672178
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  15. Fail172,450 miles (+4,736)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,450 miles
    Test number
    355413408021
    • FailureFuel system component leaking rear of engine (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  16. Pass167,714 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    167,714 miles
    Test number
    819760123966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail167,713 miles (+2,237)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,713 miles
    Test number
    539781080209
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber insecure top mounting (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber insecure top mounting (2.7.2b)

  18. Pass165,476 miles (+1,472)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    165,476 miles
    Test number
    107317923111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail164,004 miles3 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,004 miles
    Test number
    247582245416
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  20. Pass164,004 miles (+4,213)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    164,004 miles
    Test number
    609192245121
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  21. Pass159,791 miles (+4,106)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    159,791 miles
    Test number
    349697944162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass155,685 miles (+4,624)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    155,685 miles
    Test number
    148292043160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear chassis area slight corrosion

  23. Pass151,061 miles (+5,041)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    151,061 miles
    Test number
    907685742130
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass146,020 miles (+4,614)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    146,020 miles
    Test number
    748770711138
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass141,406 miles (+8,120)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    141,406 miles
    Test number
    552437910196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  26. Pass133,286 miles (+8,546)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    133,286 miles
    Test number
    374239419105
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNumber plate deteriorating

  27. Pass124,740 miles (+11,526)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    124,740 miles
    Test number
    343216808171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  28. Pass113,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    113,214 miles
    Test number
    143245597057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail113,214 miles (+10,312)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,214 miles
    Test number
    164449487405
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass102,902 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    102,902 miles
    Test number
    973244776061
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate perishing

Questions about T506 UAY

Does T506 UAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T506 UAY is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T506 UAY?
The MOT on T506 UAY is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T506 UAY done?
T506 UAY was recorded at 185,565 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 4,073 miles a year.
Has T506 UAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T506 UAY has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T506 UAY 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 T506 UAY find?
T506 UAY passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting inbetween tread pattern & perished on inner and outer sidewalls. 235/85x16; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting inbetween tread pattern & perished on inner and outer sidewalls. 235/85x16; power steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering box, and 2 more.

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