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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T56 BNLMOT history

T56 BNL is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 May 2025 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 218,960 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 May 2025
Mileage
218,960 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,738 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T56 BNL
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 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 May 2025
Latest MOT test
16 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T56 BNL was last recorded at 218,960 miles on 16 May 2024, 94 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,866 miles · 1 May 2024
Between the last two tests
94 miles
Average per year
7,738 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 218,960 miles
  • 2023 – 216,477 miles
  • 2022 – 213,429 miles
  • 2021 – 213,428 miles
  • 2020 – 207,193 miles
  • 2019 – 202,662 miles
  • 2018 – 193,216 miles
  • 2017 – 187,126 miles
  • 2015 – 180,212 miles
  • 2013 – 174,353 miles
  • 2012 – 165,478 miles
  • 2011 – 155,251 miles
  • 2010 – 138,698 miles
  • 2009 – 132,016 miles
  • 2008 – 116,699 miles
  • 2007 – 97,908 miles
  • 2006 – 80,027 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,960 miles
  • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security centre cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak n/s of engineRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryDrive shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear propshaft joint has slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front cross member of chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront steering arm bushes slightly deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension arm close to welded repair on bodyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front slight leak from osf diff seal around swivel jointRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension arm close to welded repair on bodyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear corrosion on body floor around rear seat base bracketsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryWhole underneath corrodedRecorded at 2 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 Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,960 miles (+94)18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    218,960 miles
    Test number
    646341883632
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security centre cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak n/s of engine
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear propshaft joint has slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front cross member of chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront steering arm bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension arm close to welded repair on body
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight leak from osf diff seal around swivel joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension arm close to welded repair on body
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear corrosion on body floor around rear seat base brackets
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWhole underneath corroded

  2. Fail218,866 miles (+2,389)6 major18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,866 miles
    Test number
    871667205587
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking around fuel filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged brake hose and pipe insecure (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security centre cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak n/s of engine
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear propshaft joint has slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front cross member of chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront steering arm bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension arm close to welded repair on body
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight leak from osf diff seal around swivel joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension arm close to welded repair on body
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear corrosion on body floor around rear seat base brackets
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWhole underneath corroded

  3. Pass216,477 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    216,477 miles
    Test number
    297467093254
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under full vehicle

  4. Fail216,477 miles (+3,048)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,477 miles
    Test number
    114010047042
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced offside and nearside inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under full vehicle

  5. Pass213,429 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    213,429 miles
    Test number
    364259636882
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail213,428 miles (+6,235)15 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,428 miles
    Test number
    724042901755
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Servo mounting holed and corroded bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass207,193 miles (+4,531)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    207,193 miles
    Test number
    235068542418
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs corroded inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses in poor condition
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded

  8. Pass202,662 miles (+9,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    202,662 miles
    Test number
    649623098595
    • AdvisoryChassis showing signs of corrosion

  9. Pass193,216 miles (+6,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    193,216 miles
    Test number
    699813722603
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from both front swivel joints

  10. Pass187,126 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    187,126 miles
    Test number
    187041328262
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  11. Fail187,109 miles (+6,897)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,109 miles
    Test number
    937170716698
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure brake pad pin missing (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt at steering box (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  12. Pass180,212 miles (+5,859)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    180,212 miles
    Test number
    746335058614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass174,353 miles (+8,875)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    174,353 miles
    Test number
    695384883158
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNut missing from front propshaft flange.
    • NoteSigns of a coolant leak underside of car.
    • NoteSlight oil leak o,s,f swivel joint

  14. Pass165,478 miles (+10,227)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    165,478 miles
    Test number
    258761872402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass155,251 miles (+16,553)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    155,251 miles
    Test number
    565044671163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass138,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    138,698 miles
    Test number
    354096460180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail138,698 miles (+6,682)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,698 miles
    Test number
    770486760160
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass132,016 miles (+15,317)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    132,016 miles
    Test number
    293746159484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass116,699 miles (+18,791)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    116,699 miles
    Test number
    572532568102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass97,908 miles (+17,881)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    97,908 miles
    Test number
    371595337104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass80,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    80,027 miles
    Test number
    281763856187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T56 BNL

Does T56 BNL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T56 BNL expired on 15 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T56 BNL?
The MOT on T56 BNL expired on 15 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T56 BNL done?
T56 BNL was recorded at 218,960 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2024, an average of 7,738 miles a year.
Has T56 BNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T56 BNL has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T56 BNL 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 T56 BNL find?
T56 BNL passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2024 with 18 advisories: cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security centre cross member; coolant leak n/s of engine; drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear propshaft joint has slight play, and 15 more.

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