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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T554 PUXMOT history

T554 PUX is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 87,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
87,706 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T554 PUX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T554 PUX was last recorded at 87,706 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 4,213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,493 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,213 miles
Average per year
2,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,706 miles
  • 2025 – 83,493 miles
  • 2023 – 78,743 miles
  • 2022 – 75,149 miles
  • 2020 – 74,380 miles
  • 2019 – 72,408 miles
  • 2018 – 68,921 miles
  • 2017 – 65,714 miles
  • 2016 – 63,289 miles
  • 2015 – 61,459 miles
  • 2014 – 57,984 miles
  • 2013 – 55,056 miles
  • 2012 – 51,520 miles
  • 2011 – 48,435 miles
  • 2010 – 45,092 miles
  • 2009 – 41,706 miles
  • 2008 – 38,397 miles
  • 2007 – 34,543 miles
  • 2006 – 31,362 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,706 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

35 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,706 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    87,706 miles
    Test number
    355444160525
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail87,706 miles (+4,213)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,706 miles
    Test number
    414443771207
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass83,493 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    83,493 miles
    Test number
    392702159705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail83,482 miles (+4,739)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,482 miles
    Test number
    749017735696
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass78,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    78,743 miles
    Test number
    982964876292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail78,743 miles (+1,870)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,743 miles
    Test number
    640600808680
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass76,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    76,873 miles
    Test number
    751650994893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail76,873 miles (+1,724)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,873 miles
    Test number
    560399559524
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass75,149 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    75,149 miles
    Test number
    608620535564
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  10. Fail75,149 miles (+769)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,149 miles
    Test number
    960535955272
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  11. Pass74,380 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    74,380 miles
    Test number
    393825123833
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail74,380 miles (+1,972)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,380 miles
    Test number
    618480658020
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass72,408 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    72,408 miles
    Test number
    566585028344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Fail72,408 miles (+3,487)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,408 miles
    Test number
    551196081220
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass68,921 miles (+3,207)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    68,921 miles
    Test number
    354275884684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,714 miles
    Test number
    147347623056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,714 miles (+2,425)18 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,714 miles
    Test number
    433867637278
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentral Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass63,289 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    63,289 miles
    Test number
    870871159013
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryChassis rusted

  19. Fail63,289 miles (+1,830)1 dangerous5 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,289 miles
    Test number
    479727737355
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryChassis rusted

  20. Pass61,459 miles (+3,475)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    61,459 miles
    Test number
    628002735137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  21. Pass57,984 miles (+2,928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    57,984 miles
    Test number
    296626724453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass55,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    55,056 miles
    Test number
    988357933126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail55,056 miles (+3,536)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,056 miles
    Test number
    327425533123
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass51,520 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,520 miles
    Test number
    909287732191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail51,520 miles (+3,085)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,520 miles
    Test number
    968936032105
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • 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)

  26. Pass48,435 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    48,435 miles
    Test number
    676716231108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail48,431 miles (+3,339)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,431 miles
    Test number
    286943431479
    • FailureNearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  28. Pass45,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    45,092 miles
    Test number
    244344930135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail45,092 miles (+3,386)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,092 miles
    Test number
    220273130473
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  30. Pass41,706 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    41,706 miles
    Test number
    590571049107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail41,705 miles (+3,308)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,705 miles
    Test number
    852670549196
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  32. Pass38,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    38,397 miles
    Test number
    912067438192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail38,397 miles (+3,854)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,397 miles
    Test number
    183026838151
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  34. Pass34,543 miles (+3,181)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,543 miles
    Test number
    483028037131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass31,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    31,362 miles
    Test number
    422629336193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T554 PUX

Does T554 PUX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T554 PUX is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T554 PUX?
The MOT on T554 PUX is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T554 PUX done?
T554 PUX was recorded at 87,706 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 2,864 miles a year.
Has T554 PUX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T554 PUX has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T554 PUX 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 T554 PUX find?
T554 PUX passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: central exhaust mounting defective.

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