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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T566 MECMOT history

T566 MEC is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 154,606 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Dec 2026
Mileage
154,606 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T566 MEC
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T566 MEC was last recorded at 154,606 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,598 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 154,606 miles
  • 2024 – 150,248 miles
  • 2023 – 149,023 miles
  • 2021 – 147,356 miles
  • 2020 – 137,023 miles
  • 2019 – 130,746 miles
  • 2018 – 130,374 miles
  • 2017 – 124,232 miles
  • 2016 – 118,301 miles
  • 2015 – 111,714 miles
  • 2014 – 106,620 miles
  • 2013 – 102,716 miles
  • 2012 – 98,531 miles
  • 2009 – 96,641 miles
  • 2008 – 92,184 miles
  • 2007 – 85,655 miles
  • 2006 – 80,332 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,606 miles
  • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVarious slight oil leaksRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • REAR BUMP STOPS MISSING

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,606 miles (+8)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    154,606 miles
    Test number
    957679088281
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious slight oil leaks

  2. Fail154,598 miles (+4,350)9 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,598 miles
    Test number
    743062361189
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength chassis near spring mount/ fuel tank (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded - not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryVarious slight oil leaks

  3. Pass150,248 miles (+1,225)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    150,248 miles
    Test number
    286758442691
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass149,023 miles (+1,667)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    149,023 miles
    Test number
    947192859769
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass147,356 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    147,356 miles
    Test number
    729121658861
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail147,356 miles (+10,333)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,356 miles
    Test number
    273116857860
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass137,023 miles (+6,277)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    137,023 miles
    Test number
    521001801596
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on the limit . (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass130,746 miles (+8)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    130,746 miles
    Test number
    517539953058
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier CARRIER CORRODED (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TURRETS CORRODING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR BUMP STOPS MISSING

  9. Fail130,738 miles (+364)8 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,738 miles
    Test number
    545515174098
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier CARRIER CORRODED (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TURRETS CORRODING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S/R SHOCK ABSORBER CASING CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR BUMP STOPS MISSING

  10. Pass130,374 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    130,374 miles
    Test number
    234059856248
    • AdvisoryFRONT SUSPENSION TURRETS CORRODING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryREAR BUMP STOPS MISSING

  11. Fail130,367 miles (+6,135)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,367 miles
    Test number
    875780319358
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn "C" ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn "C" ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFRONT SUSPENSION TURRETS CORRODING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryREAR BUMP STOPS MISSING

  12. Pass124,232 miles (+195)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    124,232 miles
    Test number
    926660330559
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroding
    • AdvisoryO/s/r bump stop stop missing

  13. Fail124,037 miles (+5,736)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,037 miles
    Test number
    873430492312
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush x2 "c" arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush upper & lower (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush x2 "c" arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroding
    • AdvisoryO/s/r bump stop stop missing

  14. Pass118,301 miles (+6,587)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    118,301 miles
    Test number
    462759280948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass111,714 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    111,714 miles
    Test number
    429707695090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail111,697 miles (+5,077)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,697 miles
    Test number
    798092895030
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  17. Pass106,620 miles (+6)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    106,620 miles
    Test number
    286091174059
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip provion worn
    • NoteFuel cap difficult to open

  18. Fail106,614 miles (+3,898)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,614 miles
    Test number
    138759364495
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip provion worn
    • NoteFuel cap difficult to open

  19. Pass102,716 miles (+4,185)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    102,716 miles
    Test number
    709304573099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight oil leak n/s/f hub

  20. Pass98,531 miles (+1,890)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    98,531 miles
    Test number
    688329762012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass96,641 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    96,641 miles
    Test number
    392932389244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail96,635 miles (+4,451)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,635 miles
    Test number
    673840489267
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  23. Pass92,184 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    92,184 miles
    Test number
    280187128201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail92,133 miles (+6,478)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,133 miles
    Test number
    674385228225
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass85,655 miles (+279)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    85,655 miles
    Test number
    343345807463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail85,376 miles (+5,044)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,376 miles
    Test number
    702357897143
    • FailureFront Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

  27. Pass80,332 miles (+1,105)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    80,332 miles
    Test number
    844243336227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail79,227 miles9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,227 miles
    Test number
    250916666191
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about T566 MEC

Does T566 MEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T566 MEC is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T566 MEC?
The MOT on T566 MEC is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T566 MEC done?
T566 MEC was recorded at 154,606 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 3,868 miles a year.
Has T566 MEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T566 MEC has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T566 MEC 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 T566 MEC find?
T566 MEC passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm; nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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