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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T581 MBCMOT history

T581 MBC is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 11 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 65,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Feb 2026
Mileage
65,086 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,938 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T581 MBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T581 MBC was last recorded at 65,086 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 286 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Mar 2009: 33,646 miles, lower than 298,730 miles on 28 Feb 2008.

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
64,800 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
286 miles
Average per year
1,938 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,086 miles
  • 2025 – 64,800 miles
  • 2024 – 63,079 miles
  • 2023 – 62,772 miles
  • 2021 – 62,339 miles
  • 2020 – 62,305 miles
  • 2019 – 60,642 miles
  • 2018 – 60,072 miles
  • 2017 – 59,038 miles
  • 2016 – 52,812 miles
  • 2015 – 46,944 miles
  • 2014 – 39,817 miles
  • 2013 – 38,844 miles
  • 2012 – 38,305 miles
  • 2011 – 37,778 miles
  • 2010 – 36,525 miles
  • 2009 – 33,646 miles
  • 2008 – 298,730 miles
  • 2007 – 27,451 miles
  • 2006 – 26,525 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail65,086 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryChassis heavily corroded
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position.

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Coolant level low .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail65,086 miles (+286)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,086 miles
    Test number
    447155381172
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass64,800 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    64,800 miles
    Test number
    402026538749
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail64,777 miles (+1,698)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,777 miles
    Test number
    652255207121
    • MajorOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering locking device missing Castle nut retaining pin (2.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass63,079 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    63,079 miles
    Test number
    573689609290
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail63,056 miles (+284)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,056 miles
    Test number
    794992754994
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass62,772 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    62,772 miles
    Test number
    620974632854
    • AdvisoryExhaust joints/ fixings heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body mounting rigger . (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body mounting rigger . (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion to all chassis. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail62,772 miles (+433)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,772 miles
    Test number
    602934401715
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Steering box. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust joints/ fixings heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body mounting rigger . (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body mounting rigger . (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion to all chassis. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass62,339 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    62,339 miles
    Test number
    263637683035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail62,305 miles (+1,663)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,305 miles
    Test number
    209436932363
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm off steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass60,642 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    60,642 miles
    Test number
    175156123360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail60,624 miles (+552)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,624 miles
    Test number
    582189194155
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail adjacent to suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis rail adjacent to suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass60,072 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    60,072 miles
    Test number
    504192470574
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail60,072 miles (+1,034)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,072 miles
    Test number
    259478092985
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass59,038 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    59,038 miles
    Test number
    785393408779
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low .
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail59,038 miles (+6,226)1 dangerous10 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,038 miles
    Test number
    192843580709
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Leaking . (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureCentral Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low .
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass52,812 miles (+5,868)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    52,812 miles
    Test number
    120236376305
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front chassis outer riggers in poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear suspension bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryO/s/f door mirror slightly loose

  17. Pass46,944 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    46,944 miles
    Test number
    377348845090
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHeader tank empty

  18. Fail46,944 miles (+7,127)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,944 miles
    Test number
    618640545067
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHeader tank empty

  19. Pass39,817 miles (+44)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    39,817 miles
    Test number
    555330554083
    • NoteRear bump stops missing
    • NoteUnable to see rear brake pads

  20. Fail39,773 miles (+929)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,773 miles
    Test number
    689971944012
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteRear bump stops missing
    • NoteUnable to see rear brake pads

  21. Pass38,844 miles (+539)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    38,844 miles
    Test number
    275185543022
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteA/freeze leak at front waterpipes
    • NoteRear bump stops not present

  22. Pass38,305 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    38,305 miles
    Test number
    399643672038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,302 miles (+524)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,302 miles
    Test number
    355467362050
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front swivel joints slight oil leak

  24. Pass37,778 miles (+1,253)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,778 miles
    Test number
    199439961438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,525 miles (+2,879)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,525 miles
    Test number
    194027440467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Pass33,646 miles (-265,084)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    33,646 miles
    Test number
    354763269027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass298,730 miles (+271,279)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    298,730 miles
    Test number
    701329558075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass27,451 miles (+926)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    27,451 miles
    Test number
    613998557016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass26,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    26,525 miles
    Test number
    114525766427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail26,525 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,525 miles
    Test number
    830721666010
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T581 MBC

Does T581 MBC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T581 MBC expired on 13 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T581 MBC?
The MOT on T581 MBC expired on 13 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T581 MBC done?
T581 MBC was recorded at 65,086 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 1,938 miles a year.
Has T581 MBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T581 MBC has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T581 MBC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Mar 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T581 MBC find?
T581 MBC failed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis; nearside headlamp not working on dipped beam; offside front outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis, and 8 more.

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