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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T521 RYAMOT history

T521 RYA is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 77,139 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
77,139 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,661 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T521 RYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T521 RYA was last recorded at 77,139 miles on 26 May 2026, 1,461 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,678 miles · 10 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,461 miles
Average per year
2,661 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,139 miles
  • 2025 – 75,678 miles
  • 2024 – 73,749 miles
  • 2023 – 71,671 miles
  • 2022 – 70,329 miles
  • 2021 – 68,661 miles
  • 2020 – 66,774 miles
  • 2019 – 64,337 miles
  • 2018 – 61,919 miles
  • 2017 – 59,087 miles
  • 2016 – 55,273 miles
  • 2015 – 52,941 miles
  • 2014 – 52,407 miles
  • 2013 – 47,125 miles
  • 2012 – 45,335 miles
  • 2011 – 43,419 miles
  • 2010 – 39,249 miles
  • 2009 – 35,025 miles
  • 2008 – 29,730 miles
  • 2006 – 23,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,139 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive front diff flange (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front steering damper bush slightly worn
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engne (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Front steering damper has play in bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Indicator stalk worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Slight play offside lower steering idler arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,139 miles (+1,461)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    77,139 miles
    Test number
    978843940824
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive front diff flange (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering damper bush slightly worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engne (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass75,678 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    75,678 miles
    Test number
    492749459579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail75,666 miles (+1,917)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,666 miles
    Test number
    321905936312
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass73,749 miles (+2,078)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    73,749 miles
    Test number
    355013565119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass71,671 miles (+1,342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    71,671 miles
    Test number
    277577111673
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  6. Pass70,329 miles (+1,668)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    70,329 miles
    Test number
    488925222796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,661 miles (+1,887)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    68,661 miles
    Test number
    923173713426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,774 miles (+2,437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    66,774 miles
    Test number
    295327647209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass64,337 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    64,337 miles
    Test number
    557267073596
    • AdvisoryRear crossmeber corroded

  10. Fail64,337 miles (+2,418)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,337 miles
    Test number
    616267915801
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down Drop arm (2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmeber corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting in poor stare

  11. Pass61,919 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    61,919 miles
    Test number
    768347182002
    • AdvisoryFront steering damper has play in bush

  12. Fail61,919 miles (+2,832)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,919 miles
    Test number
    238845041784
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play idler arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront steering damper has play in bush

  13. Pass59,087 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    59,087 miles
    Test number
    269617958304
    • AdvisoryIndicator stalk worn
    • AdvisorySlight play offside lower steering idler arm

  14. Fail59,087 miles (+3,814)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,087 miles
    Test number
    664726657391
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryIndicator stalk worn
    • AdvisorySlight play offside lower steering idler arm

  15. Pass55,273 miles (+2,332)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    55,273 miles
    Test number
    951393501699
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush x2 (2.7.4)

  16. Fail52,941 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,941 miles
    Test number
    486465655030
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass52,941 miles (+534)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    52,941 miles
    Test number
    717215155053
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass52,407 miles (+5,282)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    52,407 miles
    Test number
    209154834176
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteDamage to windscreen not in swept area or zone a

  19. Pass47,125 miles (+1,790)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    47,125 miles
    Test number
    779516633146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,335 miles (+1,916)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    45,335 miles
    Test number
    639132132132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,419 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,419 miles
    Test number
    655616821132
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail43,419 miles (+4,170)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,419 miles
    Test number
    456535421100
    • FailureFront Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass39,249 miles (+4,224)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    39,249 miles
    Test number
    773747330166
    • NoteBoot split on rear pivot ball joint
    • NoteSlight crack in front number plate
    • NoteSlight weep from p.a.s box

  24. Pass35,025 miles (+5,295)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    35,025 miles
    Test number
    494922349196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    29,730 miles
    Test number
    453797038132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail29,730 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,730 miles
    Test number
    681517838160
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    233053517119
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass23,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    23,856 miles
    Test number
    614426236134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T521 RYA

Does T521 RYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T521 RYA is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T521 RYA?
The MOT on T521 RYA is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T521 RYA done?
T521 RYA was recorded at 77,139 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 2,661 miles a year.
Has T521 RYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T521 RYA has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T521 RYA 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 T521 RYA find?
T521 RYA passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 4 advisories: offside front oil leak, but not excessive front diff flange; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside front steering damper bush slightly worn, and 1 more.

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