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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T508 UNPMOT history

T508 UNP is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 156,579 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
156,579 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T508 UNP
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
16 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T508 UNP was last recorded at 156,579 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 3,337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Dec 2012: 89,252 miles, lower than 89,717 miles on 8 May 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
153,242 miles · 1 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
3,337 miles
Average per year
5,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,579 miles
  • 2024 – 153,242 miles
  • 2023 – 147,795 miles
  • 2022 – 141,903 miles
  • 2021 – 134,412 miles
  • 2020 – 126,163 miles
  • 2019 – 120,876 miles
  • 2018 – 116,220 miles
  • 2017 – 112,134 miles
  • 2016 – 106,876 miles
  • 2015 – 98,502 miles
  • 2014 – 97,757 miles
  • 2013 – 92,541 miles
  • 2012 – 89,252 miles
  • 2011 – 86,662 miles
  • 2010 – 83,710 miles
  • 2009 – 80,730 miles
  • 2008 – 76,357 miles
  • 2007 – 67,684 miles
  • 2006 – 59,212 miles
  • 2005 – 49,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,579 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, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

32 tests since 31 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,579 miles (+3,337)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    156,579 miles
    Test number
    399112415559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass153,242 miles (+5,447)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    153,242 miles
    Test number
    627559921341
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass147,795 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    147,795 miles
    Test number
    569427006922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail147,789 miles (+5,886)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,789 miles
    Test number
    159613097829
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm to drag link (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass141,903 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    141,903 miles
    Test number
    280143701965
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail141,903 miles (+7,491)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,903 miles
    Test number
    806315439276
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass134,412 miles (+8,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    134,412 miles
    Test number
    427625967268
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass126,163 miles (+5,287)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    126,163 miles
    Test number
    435332041771
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass120,876 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    120,876 miles
    Test number
    630015611834
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail120,876 miles (+4,656)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,876 miles
    Test number
    342708062226
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass116,220 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    116,220 miles
    Test number
    284283285628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail116,218 miles (+4,084)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,218 miles
    Test number
    891462002668
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass112,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    112,134 miles
    Test number
    838639541704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail112,132 miles (+5,256)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,132 miles
    Test number
    638048891968
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

  15. Pass106,876 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    106,876 miles
    Test number
    876471060144
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded to n/s front flexi brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded to o/s front flexi brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail106,874 miles (+8,372)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,874 miles
    Test number
    995447705806
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded to n/s front flexi brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded to o/s front flexi brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Pass98,502 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    98,502 miles
    Test number
    638514335019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Fail98,495 miles (+738)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,495 miles
    Test number
    215843435050
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear fog lens cracked

  19. Pass97,757 miles (+5,216)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    97,757 miles
    Test number
    815356084266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass92,541 miles (+3,289)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    92,541 miles
    Test number
    455658083217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail89,252 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,252 miles
    Test number
    657736262387
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass89,252 miles (-465)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    89,252 miles
    Test number
    758646462356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass89,717 miles (+3,055)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    89,717 miles
    Test number
    386689422183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail86,662 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,662 miles
    Test number
    126783451177
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront swivels misting in oil
    • NoteFront swivels misting in oil
    • NoteO/s front tread worn in inner tread and getting low

  25. Pass86,662 miles (+2,952)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    86,662 miles
    Test number
    225433551475
    • NoteFront swivels misting in oil
    • NoteFront swivels misting in oil
    • NoteO/s front tread worn in inner tread and getting low

  26. Pass83,710 miles (+2,980)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    83,710 miles
    Test number
    511518550186
    • NotePedal anti slips showing wear
    • NoteVehicle soiled generally
    • NoteWiper park meck defective

  27. Pass80,730 miles (+4,373)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    80,730 miles
    Test number
    321471569152
    • NoteDrag link joint dust boot split steering box end
    • NoteDreivers seat belt shroud missing
    • NoteN/s step accident damage eveident
    • NotePedal anti slip rubbers showing wear
    • NoteUnderside soiled

  28. Pass76,357 miles (+7)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    76,357 miles
    Test number
    792533768165
    • NoteHeavily soiled under side
    • NotePedal anti slip showing signs
    • NoteSlight movement in rear top shocker bushes

  29. Fail76,350 miles (+8,666)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,350 miles
    Test number
    964912668111
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureCentre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureSteering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)
    • NoteHeavily soiled under side
    • NotePedal anti slip showing signs
    • NoteSlight movement in rear top shocker bushes

  30. Pass67,684 miles (+8,472)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    67,684 miles
    Test number
    784633067158
    • Note1, slight play in n/s track rod end. †2, slight weep from steering box.

  31. Pass59,212 miles (+9,486)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    59,212 miles
    Test number
    103535966145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass49,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    49,726 miles
    Test number
    652271155125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T508 UNP

Does T508 UNP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T508 UNP is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T508 UNP?
The MOT on T508 UNP is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T508 UNP done?
T508 UNP was recorded at 156,579 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 5,044 miles a year.
Has T508 UNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T508 UNP has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T508 UNP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Dec 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T508 UNP find?
T508 UNP passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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