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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T566 FNNMOT history

T566 FNN is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 96,117 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
96,117 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,862 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T566 FNN
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 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T566 FNN was last recorded at 96,117 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 469 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Aug 2011: 57,533 miles, lower than 62,759 miles on 11 Aug 2010.
  • 14 Aug 2013: 76,327 miles, lower than 722,655 miles on 16 Aug 2012.

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
95,648 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
469 miles
Average per year
2,862 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,117 miles
  • 2025 – 95,648 miles
  • 2024 – 95,230 miles
  • 2023 – 94,361 miles
  • 2022 – 94,093 miles
  • 2021 – 93,334 miles
  • 2020 – 92,282 miles
  • 2019 – 90,264 miles
  • 2018 – 89,398 miles
  • 2017 – 88,329 miles
  • 2016 – 86,354 miles
  • 2015 – 83,981 miles
  • 2014 – 80,900 miles
  • 2013 – 76,337 miles
  • 2012 – 722,655 miles
  • 2011 – 57,533 miles
  • 2010 – 62,759 miles
  • 2009 – 57,338 miles
  • 2008 – 52,560 miles
  • 2007 – 47,062 miles
  • 2006 – 42,774 miles
  • 2005 – 36,055 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,117 miles
  • AdvisoryChassis showing corrosion
  • AdvisoryEvidence of coolant leak (pink staining)
  • AdvisoryFront Swivel joint(S) dampRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Out rigger area (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 5 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,117 miles (+469)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    96,117 miles
    Test number
    423341057764
    • AdvisoryChassis showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryEvidence of coolant leak (pink staining)
    • AdvisoryFront Swivel joint(S) damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Out rigger area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass95,648 miles (+418)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    95,648 miles
    Test number
    590707403854
    • AdvisoryChassis showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Swivel joint(S) damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Out rigger area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass95,230 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    95,230 miles
    Test number
    497361101567
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail95,229 miles (+5)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,229 miles
    Test number
    309195226397
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail95,224 miles (+863)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,224 miles
    Test number
    807834304331
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass94,361 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    94,361 miles
    Test number
    669444063781
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis showing signs of corrosion- outriggers

  7. Fail94,631 miles (+538)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,631 miles
    Test number
    298114032503
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis showing signs of corrosion- outriggers

  8. Pass94,093 miles (+759)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    94,093 miles
    Test number
    382207284402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass93,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    93,334 miles
    Test number
    352259735320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail93,334 miles (+1,052)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,334 miles
    Test number
    169379626595
    • MajorShock absorbers has an excessively worn bush bother rear upper bushes (5.3.2 (c))

  11. Pass92,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    92,282 miles
    Test number
    797798908701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail92,282 miles (+2,018)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,282 miles
    Test number
    822182422162
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass90,264 miles (+866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    90,264 miles
    Test number
    766398054976
    • AdvisoryAll track rod and drag link end ball joint dust covers deteriorating.

  14. Pass89,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    89,398 miles
    Test number
    242586976531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail89,398 miles (+1,069)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,398 miles
    Test number
    230525299359
    • Repaired at testDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass88,329 miles (+1,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    88,329 miles
    Test number
    533132889558
    • AdvisorySome deterioration of dust cover on drop arm end.

  17. Pass86,354 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    86,354 miles
    Test number
    345088755090
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake disc inner faces deteriorated.

  18. Fail86,354 miles (+2,373)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,354 miles
    Test number
    271281188176
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake disc inner faces deteriorated.

  19. Pass83,981 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    83,981 miles
    Test number
    626018205011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail83,981 miles (+3,081)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,981 miles
    Test number
    383386097146
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass80,900 miles (+4,563)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,900 miles
    Test number
    426740214219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass76,337 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    76,337 miles
    Test number
    359656023214
    • NoteNearside track rod end dust cover deteriorating.
    • NoteSome wear in steering damper offside bush.

  23. Fail76,327 miles (-646,328)1 failure1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,327 miles
    Test number
    105046523224
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNearside track rod end dust cover deteriorating.
    • NoteSome wear in steering damper offside bush.

  24. Fail722,655 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    722,655 miles
    Test number
    786249222213
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass722,655 miles (+665,122)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    722,655 miles
    Test number
    797119522209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass57,533 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    57,533 miles
    Test number
    227274021236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Fail57,533 miles (-5,226)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,533 miles
    Test number
    798414121278
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass62,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    62,759 miles
    Test number
    751123620290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail62,759 miles (+5,421)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,759 miles
    Test number
    831323720221
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

  30. Pass57,338 miles (+4,778)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    57,338 miles
    Test number
    551874329202
    • NoteFront brake disc pads soon required.
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  31. Pass52,560 miles (+5,498)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    52,560 miles
    Test number
    582941438219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass47,062 miles (+4,288)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    47,062 miles
    Test number
    820948227293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass42,774 miles (+6,719)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    42,774 miles
    Test number
    242344236208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass36,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    36,055 miles
    Test number
    893337715246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T566 FNN

Does T566 FNN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T566 FNN is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T566 FNN?
The MOT on T566 FNN is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T566 FNN done?
T566 FNN was recorded at 96,117 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 2,862 miles a year.
Has T566 FNN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T566 FNN has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T566 FNN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 12 Aug 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T566 FNN find?
T566 FNN passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: chassis showing corrosion; evidence of coolant leak (pink staining); front swivel joint(s) damp, and 3 more.

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