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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T526 UNPMOT history

T526 UNP is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 144,627 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
144,627 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T526 UNP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T526 UNP was last recorded at 144,627 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 311 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Oct 2007: 59,523 miles, lower than 558,017 miles on 20 Oct 2006.
  • 24 Oct 2013: 98,262 miles, lower than 902,875 miles on 18 Oct 2012.
  • 21 Oct 2014: 105,020 miles, lower than 105,109 miles on 20 Oct 2014.

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
144,316 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
311 miles
Average per year
4,580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,627 miles
  • 2025 – 144,316 miles
  • 2024 – 143,091 miles
  • 2023 – 140,059 miles
  • 2022 – 138,118 miles
  • 2021 – 134,785 miles
  • 2018 – 129,705 miles
  • 2017 – 123,450 miles
  • 2016 – 117,143 miles
  • 2015 – 111,329 miles
  • 2014 – 105,020 miles
  • 2013 – 98,262 miles
  • 2012 – 902,875 miles
  • 2011 – 863,720 miles
  • 2010 – 76,528 miles
  • 2009 – 68,026 miles
  • 2008 – 63,995 miles
  • 2007 – 59,529 miles
  • 2006 – 558,017 miles
  • 2005 – 51,900 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,627 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play axle end joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 25 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,627 miles (+311)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    144,627 miles
    Test number
    826951545252
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass144,316 miles (+1,225)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    144,316 miles
    Test number
    574959478503
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in glass (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass143,091 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    143,091 miles
    Test number
    854243217303
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play axle end joint (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail143,091 miles (+3,032)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,091 miles
    Test number
    861667965387
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure pannard rod mounting bolt loose by steering box (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play axle end joint (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass140,059 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    140,059 miles
    Test number
    577102393861
    • MinorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Fail140,059 miles (+1,941)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,059 miles
    Test number
    226079349390
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass138,118 miles (+3,333)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    138,118 miles
    Test number
    928575223173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass134,785 miles (+5,080)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    134,785 miles
    Test number
    504280961197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass129,705 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    129,705 miles
    Test number
    395127332520
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  10. Fail129,705 miles (+6,255)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,705 miles
    Test number
    457547170828
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  11. Pass123,450 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    123,450 miles
    Test number
    807854165989
    • AdvisoryDrive belt perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  12. Fail123,450 miles (+6,307)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,450 miles
    Test number
    914899150082
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryDrive belt perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  13. Pass117,143 miles (+170)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    117,143 miles
    Test number
    916002783295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt arb link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail116,973 miles (+5,644)13 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,973 miles
    Test number
    551819173716
    • FailureCentre Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting x member (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting x member (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt on drop arm joint (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end damaged and unserviceable bush on draglink bar (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded turret (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint arb link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting x member (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt arb link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass111,329 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    111,329 miles
    Test number
    671401951064
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Fail111,328 miles (+6,308)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,328 miles
    Test number
    954770059408
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass105,020 miles (-89)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    105,020 miles
    Test number
    565074194289
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteRear chassis getting rusty
    • NoteSlight diesel leak

  18. Fail105,109 miles (+6,847)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,109 miles
    Test number
    887413094206
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteRear chassis getting rusty
    • NoteSlight diesel leak

  19. Pass98,262 miles (-804,613)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    98,262 miles
    Test number
    257947393216
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti slip worn
    • NoteWipers dont always park correctly

  20. Pass902,875 miles (+39,155)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    902,875 miles
    Test number
    255422592208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail863,720 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    863,720 miles
    Test number
    577134691265
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass863,720 miles (+787,192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    863,720 miles
    Test number
    997284691229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass76,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    76,528 miles
    Test number
    364659090239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail76,521 miles (+8,495)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,521 miles
    Test number
    932089990285
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  25. Pass68,026 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    68,026 miles
    Test number
    262802979241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail68,022 miles (+4,027)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,022 miles
    Test number
    443761179228
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront pads geeting low
    • NoteSteering swivels leaking

  27. Pass63,995 miles (+4,466)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    63,995 miles
    Test number
    251342008362
    • NoteFront tyres nearing limit and some cracking on side walls
    • NoteSteering damper bush has some wear
    • NoteSteering drop arm ball joint has slight wear

  28. Pass59,529 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    59,529 miles
    Test number
    842585777263
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  29. Fail59,523 miles (-498,494)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,523 miles
    Test number
    600875777218
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  30. Pass558,017 miles (+502,224)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    558,017 miles
    Test number
    141393496251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail55,793 miles (+3,893)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,793 miles
    Test number
    313392896213
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailurePanhard rod attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  32. Pass51,900 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    51,900 miles
    Test number
    572918095279
    • AdvisoryOffside Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T526 UNP

Does T526 UNP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T526 UNP is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T526 UNP?
The MOT on T526 UNP is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T526 UNP done?
T526 UNP was recorded at 144,627 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 4,580 miles a year.
Has T526 UNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T526 UNP has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T526 UNP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 2 Oct 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T526 UNP find?
T526 UNP passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear nail in tyre; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 1 more.

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