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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T569 RTOMOT history

T569 RTO is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 40,155 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
40,155 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,089 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T569 RTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T569 RTO was last recorded at 40,155 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,155 miles · 1 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,089 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,155 miles
  • 2025 – 39,286 miles
  • 2024 – 37,962 miles
  • 2023 – 36,335 miles
  • 2022 – 35,105 miles
  • 2021 – 32,666 miles
  • 2020 – 32,151 miles
  • 2019 – 31,065 miles
  • 2018 – 30,386 miles
  • 2017 – 29,226 miles
  • 2016 – 28,714 miles
  • 2015 – 27,181 miles
  • 2014 – 24,715 miles
  • 2013 – 22,829 miles
  • 2012 – 21,907 miles
  • 2011 – 20,805 miles
  • 2010 – 20,521 miles
  • 2009 – 19,921 miles
  • 2008 – 19,423 miles
  • 2007 – 18,997 miles
  • 2006 – 18,233 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,155 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,155 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    40,155 miles
    Test number
    573681827083
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail40,155 miles (+869)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,155 miles
    Test number
    116586636840
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass39,286 miles (+1,324)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    39,286 miles
    Test number
    391654232122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass37,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    37,962 miles
    Test number
    661819954623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail37,962 miles (+1,627)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,962 miles
    Test number
    655099337627
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering arm modification unsafe (2.1.3 (f) (i))

  6. Pass36,335 miles (+1,230)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    36,335 miles
    Test number
    441613453818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass35,105 miles (+2,439)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    35,105 miles
    Test number
    498435523045
    • AdvisorySteering box damp

  8. Pass32,666 miles (+515)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    32,666 miles
    Test number
    736441304172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,151 miles (+1,086)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    32,151 miles
    Test number
    479395667604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass31,065 miles (+679)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    31,065 miles
    Test number
    233849625411
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass30,386 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    30,386 miles
    Test number
    800959682115
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail30,386 miles (+1,160)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,386 miles
    Test number
    942552805619
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass29,226 miles (+512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    29,226 miles
    Test number
    755559695938
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  14. Pass28,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    28,714 miles
    Test number
    341880067980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail28,714 miles (+1,533)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,714 miles
    Test number
    310973068713
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  16. Pass27,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    27,181 miles
    Test number
    949615335135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail27,181 miles (+2,466)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,181 miles
    Test number
    688761535137
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass24,715 miles (+1,886)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    24,715 miles
    Test number
    206434554432
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  19. Pass22,829 miles (+922)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    22,829 miles
    Test number
    187790643108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,907 miles (+1,102)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    21,907 miles
    Test number
    499596532121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,805 miles (+284)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    20,805 miles
    Test number
    608021731190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,521 miles (+600)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    20,521 miles
    Test number
    123015220127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,921 miles (+498)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    19,921 miles
    Test number
    480478439157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,423 miles (+426)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    19,423 miles
    Test number
    230115238177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,997 miles (+764)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    18,997 miles
    Test number
    533074737175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass18,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    18,233 miles
    Test number
    711398436109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T569 RTO

Does T569 RTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T569 RTO is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T569 RTO?
The MOT on T569 RTO is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T569 RTO done?
T569 RTO was recorded at 40,155 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 1,089 miles a year.
Has T569 RTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T569 RTO has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T569 RTO 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 T569 RTO find?
T569 RTO passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects: offside rear other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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