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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T520 JCCMOT history

T520 JCC is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 215,967 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
215,967 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,298 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T520 JCC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T520 JCC was last recorded at 215,967 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 2,070 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,897 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,070 miles
Average per year
6,298 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 215,967 miles
  • 2025 – 213,897 miles
  • 2024 – 211,602 miles
  • 2023 – 207,522 miles
  • 2022 – 205,370 miles
  • 2020 – 199,927 miles
  • 2019 – 192,414 miles
  • 2018 – 184,750 miles
  • 2017 – 177,138 miles
  • 2016 – 171,569 miles
  • 2015 – 166,331 miles
  • 2014 – 158,866 miles
  • 2013 – 151,119 miles
  • 2012 – 142,638 miles
  • 2011 – 134,412 miles
  • 2010 – 125,548 miles
  • 2009 – 117,499 miles
  • 2008 – 108,423 miles
  • 2007 – 99,348 miles
  • 2006 – 91,310 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,967 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryVehicle chassis has areas of surface corrosion.
  • AdvisoryVehicle chassis has been extensively repaired and sealed.Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022

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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

33 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,967 miles (+2,070)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    215,967 miles
    Test number
    899763076883
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle chassis has areas of surface corrosion.
    • AdvisoryVehicle chassis has been extensively repaired and sealed.

  2. Pass213,897 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    213,897 miles
    Test number
    599507687424
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle chassis has been extensively repaired and sealed.

  3. Fail213,885 miles (+2,283)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,885 miles
    Test number
    183656483695
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle chassis has been extensively repaired and sealed.

  4. Pass211,602 miles (+4,080)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    211,602 miles
    Test number
    914252378872
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass207,522 miles (+12)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    207,522 miles
    Test number
    156773615704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle chassis has been extensively repaired and sealed.

  6. Fail207,510 miles (+2,140)1 dangerous9 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,510 miles
    Test number
    530783019420
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle chassis has been extensively repaired and sealed.

  7. Pass205,370 miles (+4)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    205,370 miles
    Test number
    978541645511
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle chassis has been extensively repaired and sealed.

  8. Fail205,366 miles (+5,439)4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,366 miles
    Test number
    779241939551
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle chassis has been extensively repaired and sealed.

  9. Pass199,927 miles (+7,513)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    199,927 miles
    Test number
    272087452324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass192,414 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    192,414 miles
    Test number
    835124810806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail192,397 miles (+7,647)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,397 miles
    Test number
    303802535953
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass184,750 miles (+7,612)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    184,750 miles
    Test number
    728263075215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass177,138 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    177,138 miles
    Test number
    140636783899
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Fail177,120 miles (+5,551)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,120 miles
    Test number
    671429206328
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Pass171,569 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    171,569 miles
    Test number
    632556498831
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail171,563 miles (+5,232)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,563 miles
    Test number
    730964134984
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded anti roll bar mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass166,331 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    166,331 miles
    Test number
    636877815157
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Fail166,331 miles (+7,465)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,331 miles
    Test number
    219807915110
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass158,866 miles (+7,747)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    158,866 miles
    Test number
    678835914108
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  20. Pass151,119 miles (+8)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    151,119 miles
    Test number
    769635013189
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFuel filler pipe deteriorated and collapsed

  21. Fail151,111 miles (+8,473)10 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,111 miles
    Test number
    435604513164
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe excessively chafed (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFuel filler pipe deteriorated and collapsed

  22. Pass142,638 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    142,638 miles
    Test number
    535410012128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail142,634 miles (+8,222)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,634 miles
    Test number
    239749502494
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass134,412 miles (+8,864)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    134,412 miles
    Test number
    238506011132
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFuel filler pipe collapsed
    • NotePlay in wiper mechanism

  25. Pass125,548 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    125,548 miles
    Test number
    342400310159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail125,530 miles (+8,031)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,530 miles
    Test number
    233779400126
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  27. Pass117,499 miles (+9,076)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    117,499 miles
    Test number
    632287019181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass108,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    108,423 miles
    Test number
    443178908136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail108,423 miles (+9,075)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,423 miles
    Test number
    534308708198
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  30. Fail99,348 miles4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,348 miles
    Test number
    291057217451
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteOil leak

  31. Pass99,348 miles (+8,038)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    99,348 miles
    Test number
    494537717148
    • NoteOil leak

  32. Fail91,310 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,310 miles
    Test number
    200878916179
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

  33. Pass91,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    91,310 miles
    Test number
    611708916128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T520 JCC

Does T520 JCC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T520 JCC is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T520 JCC?
The MOT on T520 JCC is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T520 JCC done?
T520 JCC was recorded at 215,967 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 6,298 miles a year.
Has T520 JCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T520 JCC has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T520 JCC 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 T520 JCC find?
T520 JCC passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside drag link end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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