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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,401 cc

T50 RUKMOT history

T50 RUK is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 9 Jul 2010. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 78,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
78,678 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,852 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T50 RUK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
9 Jul 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T50 RUK was last recorded at 78,678 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 5,439 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
73,239 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,439 miles
Average per year
4,852 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,678 miles
  • 2025 – 73,239 miles
  • 2024 – 68,710 miles
  • 2023 – 63,077 miles
  • 2021 – 54,051 miles
  • 2020 – 41,866 miles
  • 2019 – 38,891 miles
  • 2018 – 35,133 miles
  • 2017 – 33,136 miles
  • 2016 – 30,553 miles
  • 2015 – 26,045 miles
  • 2014 – 21,777 miles
  • 2013 – 17,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,678 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame bush (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front, radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,678 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    78,678 miles
    Test number
    696931323170
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame bush (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front, radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail78,678 miles (+5,439)3 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,678 miles
    Test number
    218686219719
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame bush (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front, radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass73,239 miles (+4,529)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    73,239 miles
    Test number
    593945610431
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s / o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel joint seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel joint seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass68,710 miles (+5,633)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    68,710 miles
    Test number
    728070558860
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass63,077 miles (+9,026)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    63,077 miles
    Test number
    912016262021
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated a frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass54,051 miles (+12,185)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    54,051 miles
    Test number
    860000127862
    • MinorSub-frame ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear a frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass41,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    41,866 miles
    Test number
    581947792732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail41,866 miles (+2,975)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,866 miles
    Test number
    851276997509
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass38,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    38,891 miles
    Test number
    959409673871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail38,891 miles (+3,758)1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,891 miles
    Test number
    175226163661
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass35,133 miles (+1,997)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    35,133 miles
    Test number
    731791212070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,136 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    33,136 miles
    Test number
    261570309948
    • AdvisoryUpper brake/stop lamp inoperative

  13. Fail33,136 miles (+2,583)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,136 miles
    Test number
    326122797102
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryUpper brake/stop lamp inoperative

  14. Pass30,553 miles (+4,508)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    30,553 miles
    Test number
    248020843089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,045 miles (+4,268)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    26,045 miles
    Test number
    355374695140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass21,777 miles (+3,938)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    21,777 miles
    Test number
    128910514258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    17,839 miles
    Test number
    555361093160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail17,839 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,839 miles
    Test number
    575491093146
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about T50 RUK

Does T50 RUK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T50 RUK is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T50 RUK?
The MOT on T50 RUK is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T50 RUK done?
T50 RUK was recorded at 78,678 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 4,852 miles a year.
Has T50 RUK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T50 RUK has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T50 RUK 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 T50 RUK find?
T50 RUK passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: rear suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated a frame bush; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front radius arm bushes; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 1 more.

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