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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T543 LBOMOT history

T543 LBO is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 178,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
178,339 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,391 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T543 LBO
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
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T543 LBO was last recorded at 178,339 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 191 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,148 miles · 26 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
191 miles
Average per year
3,391 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,339 miles
  • 2024 – 178,148 miles
  • 2023 – 178,054 miles
  • 2022 – 177,346 miles
  • 2021 – 176,684 miles
  • 2020 – 175,850 miles
  • 2019 – 174,883 miles
  • 2018 – 172,579 miles
  • 2017 – 169,265 miles
  • 2016 – 165,332 miles
  • 2015 – 162,727 miles
  • 2014 – 159,893 miles
  • 2013 – 156,926 miles
  • 2012 – 153,224 miles
  • 2011 – 150,025 miles
  • 2010 – 145,599 miles
  • 2009 – 140,194 miles
  • 2008 – 136,143 miles
  • 2007 – 125,430 miles
  • 2006 – 108,581 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,339 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring seats both sides (5.3.6 (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.

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,339 miles (+191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    178,339 miles
    Test number
    327185376840
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring seats both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass178,148 miles (+3)26 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    178,148 miles
    Test number
    287942828909
    • AdvisoryCentral out riggers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both sides hubs damp
    • 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 on brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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 on brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber turret rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle sway bar mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both sides shock absorbers rusty
    • AdvisoryChassis both sides getting corroded various areas
    • AdvisoryVarious areas underside painted black unable to fully inspect

  3. Fail178,145 miles (+91)1 dangerous3 major2 minor28 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,145 miles
    Test number
    891987527550
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested brake pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral rear outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 on brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swival joint seal damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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 on brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel joint seal damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front turret rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle sway bar both mounting areas corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both sides shock absorbers rusty
    • AdvisoryChassis getting corroded in various places
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle painted unable to fully inspect

  4. Pass178,054 miles (+27)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    178,054 miles
    Test number
    550649019038
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail178,027 miles (+681)1 dangerous10 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,027 miles
    Test number
    853046363082
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced battery tray area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass177,346 miles (+662)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    177,346 miles
    Test number
    150936124810
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass176,684 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    176,684 miles
    Test number
    255241691924
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail176,684 miles (+834)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,684 miles
    Test number
    118363917269
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass175,850 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    175,850 miles
    Test number
    562782501291
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail175,850 miles (+967)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,850 miles
    Test number
    200867453759
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass174,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    174,883 miles
    Test number
    320679637962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail174,883 miles (+2,304)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,883 miles
    Test number
    151821365127
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass172,579 miles (+3,314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    172,579 miles
    Test number
    696845088347
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  14. Pass169,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    169,265 miles
    Test number
    818224781326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail169,251 miles (+3,919)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,251 miles
    Test number
    680778753539
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings out riger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings out riger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass165,332 miles (+2,605)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    165,332 miles
    Test number
    482256346400
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Pass162,727 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    162,727 miles
    Test number
    336670225114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail162,717 miles (+2,824)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,717 miles
    Test number
    795647515199
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass159,893 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    159,893 miles
    Test number
    418595014139
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  20. Fail159,886 miles (+2,960)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,886 miles
    Test number
    638923814130
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  21. Pass156,926 miles (+16)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    156,926 miles
    Test number
    765723293088
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  22. Fail156,910 miles (+3,686)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,910 miles
    Test number
    937804983012
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass153,224 miles (+3,199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    153,224 miles
    Test number
    966712782064
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass150,025 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    150,025 miles
    Test number
    929825871087
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail150,019 miles (+4,420)2 dangerous7 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,019 miles
    Test number
    568180971007
    • DangerousFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteDrop arm boot split
    • NoteOil level low!!

  26. Pass145,599 miles (+5,405)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    145,599 miles
    Test number
    103217660428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass140,194 miles (+4,051)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    140,194 miles
    Test number
    792213369051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass136,143 miles (+10,713)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    136,143 miles
    Test number
    154486868459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass125,430 miles (+16,849)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    125,430 miles
    Test number
    460837447089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass108,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    108,581 miles
    Test number
    461935566032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T543 LBO

Does T543 LBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T543 LBO is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T543 LBO?
The MOT on T543 LBO is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T543 LBO done?
T543 LBO was recorded at 178,339 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 3,391 miles a year.
Has T543 LBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T543 LBO has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T543 LBO 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 T543 LBO find?
T543 LBO passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: coil spring corroded all; rear lower suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring seats both sides.

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