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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T558 PUXMOT history

T558 PUX is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 159,592 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
159,592 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T558 PUX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T558 PUX was last recorded at 159,592 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jan 2009: 103,918 miles, lower than 962,328 miles on 23 Jan 2008.

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
159,577 miles · 20 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
3,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,592 miles
  • 2025 – 159,563 miles
  • 2022 – 158,885 miles
  • 2021 – 155,107 miles
  • 2020 – 154,441 miles
  • 2019 – 153,593 miles
  • 2018 – 151,681 miles
  • 2017 – 149,357 miles
  • 2016 – 143,358 miles
  • 2015 – 138,534 miles
  • 2014 – 131,634 miles
  • 2013 – 124,552 miles
  • 2012 – 117,981 miles
  • 2011 – 115,342 miles
  • 2010 – 110,381 miles
  • 2009 – 103,918 miles
  • 2008 – 962,328 miles
  • 2007 – 88,884 miles
  • 2006 – 80,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,592 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,592 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    159,592 miles
    Test number
    924360753757
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail159,577 miles (+14)4 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,577 miles
    Test number
    370880079705
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail159,563 miles (+678)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,563 miles
    Test number
    559138619001
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Seat belt anchorage loose detached (7.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Area marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Area marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Area marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass158,885 miles (+3,778)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    158,885 miles
    Test number
    380568332756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass155,107 miles (+666)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    155,107 miles
    Test number
    793413738605
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle undersealed

  6. Pass154,441 miles (+848)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    154,441 miles
    Test number
    807468279937
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass153,593 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    153,593 miles
    Test number
    580709524585
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail153,588 miles (+1,907)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,588 miles
    Test number
    405848259328
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shocker mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ball joint off steering box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass151,681 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    151,681 miles
    Test number
    344402651960
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail151,681 miles (+7)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,681 miles
    Test number
    792880988683
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Front to rear (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorDriver's door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail151,674 miles (+2,317)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,674 miles
    Test number
    251773939176
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired excess play in half sphere and is leaking. (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Driver's door catch insecure Drivers door wont secure in the closed position. (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber top bush is worn slightly.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber top bush is worn slightly.

  12. Pass149,357 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    149,357 miles
    Test number
    906829582348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak around engine
    • AdvisorySmall hole in offside front outrigger caused by corrosion

  13. Fail149,352 miles (+21)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,352 miles
    Test number
    483618165963
    • FailureEmissions not tested back box missing (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear of exhaust missing (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak around engine
    • AdvisorySmall hole in offside front outrigger caused by corrosion

  14. Fail149,331 miles (+5,973)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,331 miles
    Test number
    103372750811
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass143,358 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    143,358 miles
    Test number
    720077345830
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion body mounting showing signs of corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion body mounting showing signs of corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail143,358 miles (+4,824)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,358 miles
    Test number
    957033412693
    • FailureCentre Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded turret (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion body mounting showing signs of corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion body mounting showing signs of corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass138,534 miles (+6,900)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    138,534 miles
    Test number
    187648845414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass131,634 miles (+7,082)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    131,634 miles
    Test number
    945019224093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass124,552 miles (+6,571)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    124,552 miles
    Test number
    139596233009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass117,981 miles (+2,639)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    117,981 miles
    Test number
    136375642461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass115,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    115,342 miles
    Test number
    699959611043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail115,342 miles (+4,961)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,342 miles
    Test number
    586748211060
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass110,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    110,381 miles
    Test number
    502737540041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail110,381 miles (+6,463)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,381 miles
    Test number
    320367240012
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass103,918 miles (-858,410)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    103,918 miles
    Test number
    992859629067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass962,328 miles (+873,444)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    962,328 miles
    Test number
    853423928024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass88,884 miles (+8,023)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    88,884 miles
    Test number
    892824247020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass80,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    80,861 miles
    Test number
    941436186051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T558 PUX

Does T558 PUX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T558 PUX is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T558 PUX?
The MOT on T558 PUX is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T558 PUX done?
T558 PUX was recorded at 159,592 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 3,868 miles a year.
Has T558 PUX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T558 PUX has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T558 PUX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Jan 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T558 PUX find?
T558 PUX passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 1 more.

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