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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T52 NNTMOT history

T52 NNT is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 169,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
169,005 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,540 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T52 NNT
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
27 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T52 NNT was last recorded at 169,005 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 3,155 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,850 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,155 miles
Average per year
4,540 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,005 miles
  • 2025 – 165,850 miles
  • 2024 – 162,374 miles
  • 2023 – 158,600 miles
  • 2022 – 156,061 miles
  • 2021 – 153,706 miles
  • 2020 – 152,503 miles
  • 2019 – 149,553 miles
  • 2018 – 147,613 miles
  • 2017 – 145,428 miles
  • 2016 – 140,364 miles
  • 2015 – 136,723 miles
  • 2014 – 132,875 miles
  • 2013 – 128,627 miles
  • 2012 – 122,920 miles
  • 2011 – 115,085 miles
  • 2010 – 106,803 miles
  • 2009 – 97,489 miles
  • 2008 – 89,776 miles
  • 2007 – 82,081 miles
  • 2006 – 77,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,005 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Lower Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,005 miles (+3,155)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    169,005 miles
    Test number
    416091304143
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass165,850 miles (+3,476)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    165,850 miles
    Test number
    658510277313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass162,374 miles (+3,774)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    162,374 miles
    Test number
    306105940383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass158,600 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    158,600 miles
    Test number
    652370691092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear door corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration lamp light reduced

  5. Fail158,582 miles (+2,521)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,582 miles
    Test number
    175714984716
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play tracking control link (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass156,061 miles (+2,355)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    156,061 miles
    Test number
    674216694340
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose bracket broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass153,706 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    153,706 miles
    Test number
    613392739164
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail153,699 miles (+1,196)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,699 miles
    Test number
    879651580418
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Corner cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded

  9. Pass152,503 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    152,503 miles
    Test number
    274191893949
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  10. Fail152,502 miles (+2,949)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,502 miles
    Test number
    248377701311
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  11. Pass149,553 miles (+1,940)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    149,553 miles
    Test number
    403852891594
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass147,613 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    147,613 miles
    Test number
    323036829398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail147,612 miles (+2,184)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,612 miles
    Test number
    963102488133
    • FailureFuel system component leaking Around fuel filter (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass145,428 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    145,428 miles
    Test number
    488274012671
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades splitting on ends

  15. Fail145,428 miles (+5,064)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,428 miles
    Test number
    349461333763
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking Fuel filter housing (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades splitting on ends

  16. Pass140,364 miles (+3,641)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    140,364 miles
    Test number
    531437928521
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass136,723 miles (+3,848)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    136,723 miles
    Test number
    806061175075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass132,875 miles8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    132,875 miles
    Test number
    297468754039
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail132,875 miles (+4,248)2 failures8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,875 miles
    Test number
    585406154033
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass128,627 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    128,627 miles
    Test number
    558267973033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSerious front diff pinion oil leak

  21. Fail128,627 miles (+5,707)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,627 miles
    Test number
    727357573046
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSerious front diff pinion oil leak

  22. Pass122,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    122,920 miles
    Test number
    229571582052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail122,920 miles (+7,835)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,920 miles
    Test number
    139479072048
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass115,085 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    115,085 miles
    Test number
    847294271051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail115,081 miles (+8,278)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,081 miles
    Test number
    489383471009
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  26. Pass106,803 miles (+9,314)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    106,803 miles
    Test number
    360068570001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass97,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    97,489 miles
    Test number
    174186479065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail97,489 miles (+7,713)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,489 miles
    Test number
    191246479487
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  29. Pass89,776 miles (+7,695)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    89,776 miles
    Test number
    702951878089
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSlight leak from offside front rear hub seal

  30. Pass82,081 miles (+4,255)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    82,081 miles
    Test number
    910250267017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass77,826 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    77,826 miles
    Test number
    170770786450
    • NoteN/s/f hub assy leaking slightly

Questions about T52 NNT

Does T52 NNT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T52 NNT is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T52 NNT?
The MOT on T52 NNT is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T52 NNT done?
T52 NNT was recorded at 169,005 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 4,540 miles a year.
Has T52 NNT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T52 NNT has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T52 NNT 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 T52 NNT find?
T52 NNT passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear lower direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor; offside front steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm.

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