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Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,947 cc

T568 AKNMOT history

T568 AKN is a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 127,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
127,190 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,477 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T568 AKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,947 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T568 AKN was last recorded at 127,190 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 743 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,447 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
743 miles
Average per year
3,477 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,190 miles
  • 2025 – 126,447 miles
  • 2024 – 125,551 miles
  • 2023 – 124,898 miles
  • 2022 – 124,130 miles
  • 2021 – 123,183 miles
  • 2020 – 120,556 miles
  • 2019 – 118,290 miles
  • 2018 – 115,394 miles
  • 2017 – 111,560 miles
  • 2016 – 108,274 miles
  • 2015 – 102,790 miles
  • 2014 – 98,516 miles
  • 2013 – 93,494 miles
  • 2012 – 87,962 miles
  • 2011 – 82,276 miles
  • 2010 – 75,937 miles
  • 2009 – 71,130 miles
  • 2008 – 67,803 miles
  • 2007 – 61,944 miles
  • 2006 – 57,003 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,190 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle surface corrosion

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both on sidewalls

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass127,190 miles (+743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    127,190 miles
    Test number
    949501260307
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle surface corrosion
  2. Pass126,447 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    126,447 miles
    Test number
    602990816676
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light inop
  3. Fail126,445 miles (+894)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,445 miles
    Test number
    813807481950
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light inop
  4. Pass125,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    125,551 miles
    Test number
    761197471171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail125,551 miles (+653)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,551 miles
    Test number
    973749668083
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  6. Pass124,898 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    124,898 miles
    Test number
    663822875919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail124,893 miles (+763)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,893 miles
    Test number
    367282328212
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play main rod wheel to wheel (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting bulkhead out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting bulk head out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel pipe leaking main fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear cross member both sides across rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Pass124,130 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    124,130 miles
    Test number
    472411244078
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel filler hose and vent hose perished and split
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear half of chassis poor rear cross member poor condition (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced driver side out rigger bulkhead small rust hole/corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Fail124,130 miles (+947)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,130 miles
    Test number
    424784666911
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt main axle ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipes across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn chassis bush 3 bolt (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn chassis bush 3 bolt (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel filler hose and vent hose perished and split
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced driver side out rigger bulkhead small rust hole/corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  10. Pass123,183 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    123,183 miles
    Test number
    399083720074
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases possible manifolds (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive "A" frame cross member ends roll frame mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear section cross member tow bar mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  11. Fail123,183 miles (+2,627)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,183 miles
    Test number
    398811428471
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength "A"frame cross member roll frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases possible manifolds (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive "A" frame cross member ends roll frame mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear section cross member tow bar mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  12. Pass120,556 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    120,556 miles
    Test number
    982375366144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail120,556 miles (+2,266)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,556 miles
    Test number
    678839276262
    • Repaired at testFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  14. Pass118,290 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    118,290 miles
    Test number
    137685041933
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded By tank and above chassis
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
  15. Fail118,289 miles (+2,895)1 dangerous2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,289 miles
    Test number
    346839353491
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Filler neck (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded By tank and above chassis
    • AdvisoryFuel cap is temporary locking type
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
  16. Pass115,394 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    115,394 miles
    Test number
    396648397597
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bulkhead outrigger (2.4.A.3)
  17. Fail115,394 miles (+3,834)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,394 miles
    Test number
    252775353630
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis outrigger support bar (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded seat belt chassis outriggers support bars (5.2.6)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking steering box leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bulkhead outrigger (2.4.A.3)
  18. Pass111,560 miles (+3,286)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    111,560 miles
    Test number
    423028689576
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryTemp fuel cap fitted locking type
  19. Pass108,274 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    108,274 miles
    Test number
    838639989317
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
  20. Fail108,274 miles (+5,484)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,274 miles
    Test number
    365143148065
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
  21. Pass102,790 miles (+4,274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    102,790 miles
    Test number
    926121325111
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  22. Pass98,516 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    98,516 miles
    Test number
    229944304142
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
  23. Fail98,516 miles (+5,022)1 failure1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,516 miles
    Test number
    757564004125
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
  24. Pass93,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    93,494 miles
    Test number
    377232123152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail93,494 miles (+5,532)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,494 miles
    Test number
    765316113102
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  26. Pass87,962 miles (+5,686)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    87,962 miles
    Test number
    375397502148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail82,276 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,276 miles
    Test number
    537269701141
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  28. Pass82,276 miles (+6,339)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    82,276 miles
    Test number
    557829801186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass75,937 miles (+4,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    75,937 miles
    Test number
    491436010154
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  30. Pass71,130 miles (+3,327)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    71,130 miles
    Test number
    131549119154
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOffside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteSteering damper slight play in o/s bush
  31. Pass67,803 miles (+5,859)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    67,803 miles
    Test number
    231049308156
    • AdvisoryDrag link end deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering damper deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
  32. Pass61,944 miles (+4,941)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    61,944 miles
    Test number
    180545417111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass57,003 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    57,003 miles
    Test number
    110569106157
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T568 AKN

Does T568 AKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T568 AKN is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T568 AKN?
The MOT on T568 AKN is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T568 AKN done?
T568 AKN was recorded at 127,190 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 3,477 miles a year.
Has T568 AKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T568 AKN has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T568 AKN 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 T568 AKN find?
T568 AKN passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: underside of vehicle surface corrosion.

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