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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T568 MFLMOT history

T568 MFL is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2024 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 79,571 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2024
Mileage
79,571 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2023
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,570 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T568 MFL
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
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T568 MFL was last recorded at 79,571 miles on 10 Feb 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Feb 2018: 77,754 miles, lower than 763,842 miles on 24 Feb 2017.

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
79,571 miles · 7 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,570 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 79,571 miles
  • 2020 – 79,532 miles
  • 2019 – 78,745 miles
  • 2018 – 77,754 miles
  • 2017 – 763,842 miles
  • 2015 – 74,731 miles
  • 2014 – 73,386 miles
  • 2013 – 71,848 miles
  • 2012 – 69,674 miles
  • 2010 – 66,320 miles
  • 2009 – 63,775 miles
  • 2008 – 59,999 miles
  • 2007 – 56,750 miles
  • 2006 – 53,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,571 miles
  • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,571 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    79,571 miles
    Test number
    259315275823
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail79,571 miles (+39)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,571 miles
    Test number
    803090734028
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass79,532 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    79,532 miles
    Test number
    653755148903
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Fail79,532 miles (+787)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,532 miles
    Test number
    963934847119
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view door mirror (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass78,745 miles (+991)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    78,745 miles
    Test number
    254694434467
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged drivers (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower 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 Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass77,754 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    77,754 miles
    Test number
    483873052284
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  7. Fail77,754 miles (-686,088)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,754 miles
    Test number
    464466461388
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  8. Pass763,842 miles (+689,111)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    763,842 miles
    Test number
    338271770150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,731 miles (+452)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    74,731 miles
    Test number
    996221604955
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Fail74,279 miles (+893)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,279 miles
    Test number
    964471218130
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear crossmeber (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront prpshaft uj worn
    • AdvisoryN/s door mirror glass cracked

  11. Pass73,386 miles (+1,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    73,386 miles
    Test number
    799969984255
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  12. Pass71,848 miles (+2,174)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    71,848 miles
    Test number
    587353803389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Pass69,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    69,674 miles
    Test number
    625432082215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail69,674 miles (+3,354)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,674 miles
    Test number
    347219272278
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Torsion bar excessive play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass66,320 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    66,320 miles
    Test number
    580267950255
    • NoteDrop arm ball joint rubber cover loose

  16. Fail66,320 miles (+2,545)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,320 miles
    Test number
    481972350296
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteDrop arm ball joint rubber cover loose

  17. Pass63,775 miles (+21)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    63,775 miles
    Test number
    983026549228
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering damper bushes worn

  18. Fail63,754 miles (+3,755)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,754 miles
    Test number
    110310249274
    • FailureFront Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering damper bushes worn

  19. Pass59,999 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    59,999 miles
    Test number
    244615538251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDrop arm ball joint

  20. Fail59,999 miles (+3,249)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,999 miles
    Test number
    700645438249
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDrop arm ball joint

  21. Pass56,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    56,750 miles
    Test number
    262747457426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail56,750 miles (+3,365)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,750 miles
    Test number
    822646557195
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Pass53,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    53,385 miles
    Test number
    302048156137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail53,385 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,385 miles
    Test number
    261977756428
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about T568 MFL

Does T568 MFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T568 MFL expired on 9 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T568 MFL?
The MOT on T568 MFL expired on 9 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T568 MFL done?
T568 MFL was recorded at 79,571 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2023, an average of 1,570 miles a year.
Has T568 MFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T568 MFL has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T568 MFL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Feb 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T568 MFL find?
T568 MFL passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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