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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T514 BSOMOT history

T514 BSO is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 22 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 210,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
210,762 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,125 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T514 BSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T514 BSO was last recorded at 210,762 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 3,273 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,489 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,273 miles
Average per year
6,125 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 210,762 miles
  • 2025 – 207,489 miles
  • 2024 – 204,406 miles
  • 2023 – 200,612 miles
  • 2022 – 199,091 miles
  • 2021 – 196,362 miles
  • 2020 – 192,005 miles
  • 2019 – 189,975 miles
  • 2018 – 176,656 miles
  • 2017 – 167,040 miles
  • 2016 – 158,580 miles
  • 2015 – 152,437 miles
  • 2014 – 146,940 miles
  • 2013 – 141,312 miles
  • 2012 – 137,713 miles
  • 2011 – 131,508 miles
  • 2009 – 120,469 miles
  • 2008 – 108,013 miles
  • 2007 – 98,756 miles
  • 2006 – 88,002 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,762 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,762 miles (+3,273)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    210,762 miles
    Test number
    793089042026
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass207,489 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    207,489 miles
    Test number
    405906904809
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Fail207,489 miles (+3,083)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,489 miles
    Test number
    362484616280
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working also secure lens (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass204,406 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    204,406 miles
    Test number
    405303711787
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both outer rear's slight damage (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail204,406 miles (+3,794)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,406 miles
    Test number
    748177155937
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both outer rear's slight damage (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass200,612 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    200,612 miles
    Test number
    520365632426
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear upper arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Fail200,612 miles (+1,521)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,612 miles
    Test number
    751883712514
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear upper arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass199,091 miles (+2,729)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    199,091 miles
    Test number
    991018466969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass196,362 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    196,362 miles
    Test number
    693809997736
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail196,357 miles (+4,352)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,357 miles
    Test number
    139134760226
    • DangerousOffside Front Body component likely to become detached footwell/body mount/inner wing (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass192,005 miles (+2,030)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    192,005 miles
    Test number
    191066843651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass189,975 miles (+13,319)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    189,975 miles
    Test number
    840516266619
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 0f 2 (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass176,656 miles (+9,616)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    176,656 miles
    Test number
    665866455191
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements switch sticks occasionally (4.5.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet release cable insecure

  14. Pass167,040 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    167,040 miles
    Test number
    641278535409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail167,030 miles (+8,450)8 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,030 miles
    Test number
    811052800366
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis out rigger, front and rear sides (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis rails at rear (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis out rigger, front and rear sides (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis rails at rear (6.1.B.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass158,580 miles (+6,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    158,580 miles
    Test number
    721487440355
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass152,437 miles (+5,497)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    152,437 miles
    Test number
    864201135396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass146,940 miles (+5,628)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    146,940 miles
    Test number
    968716664218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass141,312 miles (+3,599)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    141,312 miles
    Test number
    147673783257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass137,713 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    137,713 miles
    Test number
    708803982089
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Fail137,713 miles (+6,205)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,713 miles
    Test number
    126910982075
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass131,508 miles (+51)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    131,508 miles
    Test number
    837137981090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  23. Fail131,457 miles (+10,988)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,457 miles
    Test number
    678894281049
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass120,469 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    120,469 miles
    Test number
    854687699297
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOSF tyre worn on inner edge

  25. Fail120,469 miles (+12,456)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,469 miles
    Test number
    854847699286
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOSF tyre worn on inner edge

  26. Pass108,013 miles (+9,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    108,013 miles
    Test number
    314617878445
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass98,756 miles (+10,754)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    98,756 miles
    Test number
    292754777286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight oil leak on n/s/r hub seal

  28. Pass88,002 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    88,002 miles
    Test number
    291511426250
    • NoteSEE PREVIOUS SHEET.

  29. Fail88,002 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,002 miles
    Test number
    133821826262
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T514 BSO

Does T514 BSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T514 BSO is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T514 BSO?
The MOT on T514 BSO is valid until 28 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T514 BSO done?
T514 BSO was recorded at 210,762 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 6,125 miles a year.
Has T514 BSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T514 BSO has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T514 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 T514 BSO find?
T514 BSO passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: coil spring corroded all; oil leak, but not excessive.

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