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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T510 BSOMOT history

T510 BSO is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 197,871 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
197,871 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,767 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T510 BSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T510 BSO was last recorded at 197,871 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 63 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,808 miles · 29 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
63 miles
Average per year
4,767 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,871 miles
  • 2025 – 192,019 miles
  • 2024 – 180,943 miles
  • 2023 – 166,453 miles
  • 2022 – 165,320 miles
  • 2021 – 162,037 miles
  • 2020 – 159,092 miles
  • 2019 – 154,496 miles
  • 2018 – 151,072 miles
  • 2017 – 148,141 miles
  • 2016 – 144,562 miles
  • 2015 – 141,192 miles
  • 2014 – 141,173 miles
  • 2013 – 131,590 miles
  • 2011 – 126,170 miles
  • 2010 – 120,862 miles
  • 2009 – 114,220 miles
  • 2008 – 109,070 miles
  • 2007 – 103,389 miles
  • 2006 – 99,401 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,871 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear section of front wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,871 miles (+63)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    197,871 miles
    Test number
    347129588087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear section of front wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail197,808 miles (+5,789)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,808 miles
    Test number
    650056317443
    • DangerousSteering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear section of front wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass192,019 miles (+895)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    192,019 miles
    Test number
    909476810165
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Power steering fluid leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis outrigger corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel ball seal minor leak of grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Minor engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Minor oil leak from transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail191,124 miles (+10,181)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,124 miles
    Test number
    247757781646
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt wishbone (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front hub seals leaking
    • AdvisoryPower steering unit damp with oil
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed
  5. Pass180,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    180,943 miles
    Test number
    122819386655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail180,941 miles (+2,938)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,941 miles
    Test number
    584714237210
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose is insecure
  7. Pass178,003 miles (+168)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    178,003 miles
    Test number
    525837566399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail177,835 miles (+11,382)1 dangerous13 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,835 miles
    Test number
    470157893118
    • DangerousNearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure lower front mount (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction sun visor will not stow in off screen position (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction wipers not parking (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rearmost (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt frontmost (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rearmost (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp affected by indicator (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rearmost (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf and osf all bushes/pins (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass166,453 miles (+7)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    166,453 miles
    Test number
    262660472889
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement control arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin needs doing asap (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  10. Fail166,446 miles (+1,126)6 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,446 miles
    Test number
    994128501500
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement control arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin needs doing asap (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  11. Pass165,320 miles (+3,283)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    165,320 miles
    Test number
    563578389710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass162,037 miles (+2,945)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    162,037 miles
    Test number
    578847865620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass159,092 miles (+4,596)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    159,092 miles
    Test number
    442160454927
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  14. Pass154,496 miles (+3,424)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    154,496 miles
    Test number
    936005843781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass151,072 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    151,072 miles
    Test number
    339027171940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail151,063 miles (+2,922)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,063 miles
    Test number
    387450359826
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  17. Pass148,141 miles (+15)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    148,141 miles
    Test number
    882362359950
    • AdvisoryNearside Front body mount corroded not excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside floor corroded and holed x2 not prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
  18. Fail148,126 miles (+3,564)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,126 miles
    Test number
    114031188366
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded turret (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front body mount corroded not excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside floor corroded and holed x2 not prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
  19. Pass144,562 miles (+146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    144,562 miles
    Test number
    630350799158
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot both front lowers (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing
  20. Fail144,416 miles (+3,224)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,416 miles
    Test number
    464695058797
    • FailureBody or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both rears (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings out rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door hinge insecure (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play pitman arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings out rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot both front lowers (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing
  21. Pass141,192 miles (+19)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    141,192 miles
    Test number
    379612805070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteChassis outriggers corroded
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  22. Fail141,173 miles (+9,583)6 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,173 miles
    Test number
    259114364380
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteChassis outriggers corroded
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  23. Pass131,590 miles (+5,420)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    131,590 miles
    Test number
    196833633497
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  24. Pass126,170 miles (+5,308)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    126,170 miles
    Test number
    326052931223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside rear door does not open frominseide or outside
  25. Pass120,862 miles (+6,642)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    120,862 miles
    Test number
    374344780145
    • NoteRear registration plate water marked
  26. Pass114,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    114,220 miles
    Test number
    730282059057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail114,220 miles (+5,150)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,220 miles
    Test number
    421352859087
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  28. Pass109,070 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    109,070 miles
    Test number
    690554848009
    • NoteAll metal brake pipes on vehical corroding
  29. Fail109,065 miles (+5,676)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,065 miles
    Test number
    633828338099
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAll metal brake pipes on vehical corroding
  30. Pass103,389 miles (+3,988)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    103,389 miles
    Test number
    682747917083
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  31. Pass99,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    99,401 miles
    Test number
    222049336054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail99,401 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,401 miles
    Test number
    953539936002
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about T510 BSO

Does T510 BSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T510 BSO is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T510 BSO?
The MOT on T510 BSO is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T510 BSO done?
T510 BSO was recorded at 197,871 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 4,767 miles a year.
Has T510 BSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T510 BSO has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T510 BSO 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 T510 BSO find?
T510 BSO passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear section of front wheel arch; oil leak, but not excessive gearbox area.

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