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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T515 LBJMOT history

T515 LBJ is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 141,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
141,521 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T515 LBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T515 LBJ was last recorded at 141,521 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 2,326 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,195 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,326 miles
Average per year
5,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,521 miles
  • 2025 – 139,195 miles
  • 2024 – 137,173 miles
  • 2023 – 132,823 miles
  • 2022 – 129,959 miles
  • 2021 – 124,898 miles
  • 2020 – 122,143 miles
  • 2019 – 114,706 miles
  • 2018 – 100,426 miles
  • 2017 – 91,881 miles
  • 2016 – 82,989 miles
  • 2015 – 75,018 miles
  • 2014 – 71,878 miles
  • 2013 – 69,657 miles
  • 2012 – 66,421 miles
  • 2011 – 61,800 miles
  • 2010 – 58,903 miles
  • 2009 – 52,696 miles
  • 2008 – 47,130 miles
  • 2007 – 39,614 miles
  • 2006 – 36,406 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,521 miles
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x member (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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Slight rear axle oil leak nearside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,521 miles (+2,326)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    141,521 miles
    Test number
    641297653324
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass139,195 miles (+2,022)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    139,195 miles
    Test number
    594265062311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass137,173 miles (+218)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    137,173 miles
    Test number
    957694756112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail136,955 miles (+4,132)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,955 miles
    Test number
    329308025893
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering box drop arm[pitman arm] (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass132,823 miles (+2,864)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    132,823 miles
    Test number
    258666101694
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box drop arm gaiter slightly damaged

  6. Pass129,959 miles (+5,061)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    129,959 miles
    Test number
    897653309761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass124,898 miles (+2,755)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    124,898 miles
    Test number
    979100178864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass122,143 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    122,143 miles
    Test number
    446004086198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight rear axle oil leak nearside

  9. Fail122,143 miles (+7,437)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,143 miles
    Test number
    388171960036
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight rear axle oil leak nearside

  10. Pass114,706 miles (+14,280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    114,706 miles
    Test number
    262212429408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  11. Pass100,426 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    100,426 miles
    Test number
    197243910958
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)

  12. Fail100,426 miles (+8,545)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,426 miles
    Test number
    650617098299
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass91,881 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    91,881 miles
    Test number
    248795670206
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  14. Fail91,881 miles (+8,892)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,881 miles
    Test number
    847970956667
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  15. Pass82,989 miles (+7,971)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    82,989 miles
    Test number
    435566391389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    75,018 miles
    Test number
    279356365013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,018 miles (+3,140)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,018 miles
    Test number
    717998555060
    • FailureAll position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass71,878 miles (+2,221)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    71,878 miles
    Test number
    948086834015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass69,657 miles (+3,236)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    69,657 miles
    Test number
    265990163092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass66,421 miles (+4,621)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    66,421 miles
    Test number
    916044242019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass61,800 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    61,800 miles
    Test number
    988281931078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake pipes corroding at rear

  22. Fail61,800 miles (+2,897)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,800 miles
    Test number
    139468721047
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake pipes corroding at rear

  23. Pass58,903 miles (+6,207)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    58,903 miles
    Test number
    883612840037
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront diff wet with oil
    • NoteGearbox wet with oil
    • NoteTransfer box wet with oil

  24. Pass52,696 miles (+5,566)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    52,696 miles
    Test number
    350372649074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,130 miles (+7,516)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    47,130 miles
    Test number
    912595648052
    • NoteN/S/F swivel hub seals are weeping.
    • NoteRear brake pads are getting low,approx 4mm.

  26. Pass39,614 miles (+3,208)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    39,614 miles
    Test number
    152854647013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass36,406 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    36,406 miles
    Test number
    172241236446
    • NoteN/S/F Steering knuckle slightly weeping oil.

Questions about T515 LBJ

Does T515 LBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T515 LBJ is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T515 LBJ?
The MOT on T515 LBJ is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T515 LBJ done?
T515 LBJ was recorded at 141,521 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 5,107 miles a year.
Has T515 LBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T515 LBJ has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T515 LBJ 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 T515 LBJ find?
T515 LBJ passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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