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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T560 BCCMOT history

T560 BCC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 36 MOT tests, with 142,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2025
Mileage
142,092 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2024
MOT tests
36
19 passed · 17 failed
Per year
3,629 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T560 BCC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2025
Latest MOT test
29 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T560 BCC was last recorded at 142,092 miles on 29 May 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Feb 2015: 142,090 miles, lower than 142,092 miles on 5 Mar 2014.
  • 7 Feb 2020: 142,090 miles, lower than 142,091 miles on 18 Feb 2019.
  • 20 Apr 2022: 142,090 miles, lower than 142,094 miles on 12 Mar 2021.
  • 28 May 2024: 142,090 miles, lower than 142,092 miles on 28 Apr 2023.

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
142,090 miles · 28 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,629 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 142,092 miles
  • 2023 – 142,092 miles
  • 2022 – 142,090 miles
  • 2021 – 142,094 miles
  • 2020 – 142,090 miles
  • 2019 – 142,091 miles
  • 2018 – 142,090 miles
  • 2017 – 142,090 miles
  • 2016 – 142,090 miles
  • 2015 – 142,090 miles
  • 2014 – 142,092 miles
  • 2013 – 137,235 miles
  • 2012 – 124,551 miles
  • 2011 – 114,428 miles
  • 2010 – 106,672 miles
  • 2009 – 101,101 miles
  • 2008 – 94,328 miles
  • 2007 – 85,094 miles
  • 2006 – 75,865 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,092 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering component deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass142,092 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    142,092 miles
    Test number
    207391914282
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering component deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail142,090 miles (-2)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    402212116850
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Lower Prop shaft bearing excessively worn rear uj (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering component deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass142,092 miles (+2)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    142,092 miles
    Test number
    961413644817
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail142,090 miles5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    506735984614
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass142,090 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    265457214455
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail142,090 miles (-4)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    531761425213
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass142,094 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    142,094 miles
    Test number
    714503635910
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Fail142,090 miles3 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    669224880065
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass142,090 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    832104725099
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail142,090 miles (-1)2 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    718331716375
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering before wheel (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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 Front steering damper bush play

  11. Pass142,091 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    142,091 miles
    Test number
    274446030749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail142,090 miles4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    337454782087
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced xmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass142,090 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    567639273167
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  14. Fail142,090 miles1 failure1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    814901772197
    • FailureCentral Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  15. Pass142,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    971960799652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass142,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    766850686877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail142,090 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    954901881085
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass142,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    478838755067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail142,090 miles (-2)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    519108055086
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Pass142,092 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    142,092 miles
    Test number
    478584464026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail142,090 miles (+4,855)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    477133264014
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  22. Pass137,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    137,235 miles
    Test number
    767993263057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail137,235 miles (+12,684)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,235 miles
    Test number
    587163663023
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass124,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    124,551 miles
    Test number
    427835942053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail124,551 miles (+10,123)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,551 miles
    Test number
    185655942021
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  26. Pass114,428 miles (+7,756)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    114,428 miles
    Test number
    529080661089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass106,672 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    106,672 miles
    Test number
    134597150014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail106,653 miles (+5,552)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,653 miles
    Test number
    451906050024
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

  29. Pass101,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    101,101 miles
    Test number
    990396559032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail101,101 miles (+6,773)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,101 miles
    Test number
    223396359099
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

  31. Pass94,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    94,328 miles
    Test number
    390246058003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail94,328 miles (+9,234)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,328 miles
    Test number
    962156558009
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  33. Pass85,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    85,094 miles
    Test number
    113577357452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail85,094 miles (+9,229)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,094 miles
    Test number
    103977057414
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  35. Pass75,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    75,865 miles
    Test number
    243888256002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail75,865 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,865 miles
    Test number
    390618156096
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about T560 BCC

Does T560 BCC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T560 BCC expired on 28 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T560 BCC?
The MOT on T560 BCC expired on 28 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T560 BCC done?
T560 BCC was recorded at 142,092 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2024, an average of 3,629 miles a year.
Has T560 BCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T560 BCC has failed 17 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T560 BCC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 4 times, first on 27 Feb 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T560 BCC find?
T560 BCC passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2024 with 3 advisories: central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; central front steering component deformed but serviceable; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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