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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T518 NBDMOT history

T518 NBD is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 207,117 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
207,117 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T518 NBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T518 NBD was last recorded at 207,117 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 May 2012: 180,016 miles, lower than 180,216 miles on 27 Apr 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
207,115 miles · 29 May 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 207,117 miles
  • 2020 – 207,034 miles
  • 2018 – 196,630 miles
  • 2017 – 188,340 miles
  • 2016 – 186,389 miles
  • 2015 – 184,339 miles
  • 2014 – 183,923 miles
  • 2013 – 182,028 miles
  • 2012 – 182,028 miles
  • 2011 – 175,179 miles
  • 2010 – 164,294 miles
  • 2009 – 154,822 miles
  • 2008 – 143,061 miles
  • 2007 – 136,162 miles
  • 2006 – 124,021 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,117 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened upper shocker mounting cap rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken, held on with cable ties

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass207,117 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    207,117 miles
    Test number
    114906016611
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened upper shocker mounting cap rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail207,115 miles (+81)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,115 miles
    Test number
    489039846269
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier not fastened down (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced 2 areas of corrosion next to exhaust silencer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger excess corrosion at front of wheel arch where it bolts to body panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened upper shocker mounting cap excess corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger at front of wheel arch excess corrosion at end of outrigger where it bolts to body panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened upper shocker mounting cap rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass207,034 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    207,034 miles
    Test number
    514017821041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken, held on with cable ties (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering wheel material detaching from steering wheel rim
  4. Fail207,031 miles (+10,401)1 dangerous8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,031 miles
    Test number
    561665192203
    • DangerousCentral Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts wiring loom rubbing on prop shaft (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn track control arm upper bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage is not secure to the vehicle structure Steering damper bush excessively worn (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken, held on with cable ties (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering wheel material detaching from steering wheel rim
  5. Pass196,630 miles (+343)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    196,630 miles
    Test number
    750306175778
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail196,287 miles (+7,947)4 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,287 miles
    Test number
    232087724038
    • DangerousDriver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass188,340 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    188,340 miles
    Test number
    346689013279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail188,283 miles (+1,894)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,283 miles
    Test number
    345066686846
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings n/s/f out rigger corroded (6.1.B.2)
  9. Pass186,389 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    186,389 miles
    Test number
    981305024419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail186,386 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,386 miles
    Test number
    251351004102
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    333905236936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass184,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    184,339 miles
    Test number
    297715735040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail184,339 miles (+416)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,339 miles
    Test number
    379684135057
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureTowbar component insecure (6.6.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  14. Pass183,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    183,923 miles
    Test number
    107467804081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail183,923 miles (+1,895)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,923 miles
    Test number
    305103004026
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  16. Pass182,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    182,028 miles
    Test number
    446062003054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail182,028 miles (+2,012)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,028 miles
    Test number
    436776062368
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureShock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
  18. Pass180,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    180,016 miles
    Test number
    659037842109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail180,016 miles (-200)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,016 miles
    Test number
    428015342131
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  20. Pass180,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    180,216 miles
    Test number
    865958512160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail180,216 miles (+5,037)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,216 miles
    Test number
    935391612113
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  22. Pass175,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    175,179 miles
    Test number
    628476801299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail175,179 miles (+10,885)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,179 miles
    Test number
    328882501265
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  24. Pass164,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    164,294 miles
    Test number
    813418180125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail164,294 miles (+9,472)30 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,294 miles
    Test number
    403752280173
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailurePower steering ram(s) has excessive free play at anchorage (2.3.4c)
    • FailureRear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  26. Pass154,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    154,822 miles
    Test number
    952896209248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail154,822 miles (+11,761)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,822 miles
    Test number
    493763509219
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  28. Pass143,061 miles (+6,899)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    143,061 miles
    Test number
    794694288164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass136,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    136,162 miles
    Test number
    231447007273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail136,162 miles (+12,141)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,162 miles
    Test number
    361216307221
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  31. Pass124,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    124,021 miles
    Test number
    582154896174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T518 NBD

Does T518 NBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T518 NBD is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T518 NBD?
The MOT on T518 NBD is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T518 NBD done?
T518 NBD was recorded at 207,117 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 4,177 miles a year.
Has T518 NBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T518 NBD has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T518 NBD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 May 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T518 NBD find?
T518 NBD passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front upper suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened upper shocker mounting cap rusty; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 1 more.

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