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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T585 NLBMOT history

T585 NLB is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 7 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 192,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Nov 2026
Mileage
192,837 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,356 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T585 NLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T585 NLB was last recorded at 192,837 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,837 miles · 18 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,356 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 192,837 miles
  • 2024 – 192,821 miles
  • 2023 – 192,639 miles
  • 2022 – 192,434 miles
  • 2021 – 191,050 miles
  • 2020 – 189,953 miles
  • 2019 – 188,699 miles
  • 2018 – 188,339 miles
  • 2017 – 183,935 miles
  • 2016 – 178,455 miles
  • 2015 – 170,910 miles
  • 2014 – 158,276 miles
  • 2013 – 144,224 miles
  • 2012 – 129,404 miles
  • 2011 – 125,959 miles
  • 2010 – 125,557 miles
  • 2009 – 124,835 miles
  • 2008 – 123,624 miles
  • 2007 – 122,451 miles
  • 2006 – 109,813 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,837 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security footwell (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass192,837 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    192,837 miles
    Test number
    615633176439
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security footwell (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail192,837 miles (+16)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,837 miles
    Test number
    779429242619
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security footwell (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass192,821 miles (+182)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    192,821 miles
    Test number
    860940406971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass192,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    192,639 miles
    Test number
    130455953517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail192,638 miles (+204)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,638 miles
    Test number
    431169955517
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass192,434 miles (+1,384)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    192,434 miles
    Test number
    327566503908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass191,050 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    191,050 miles
    Test number
    639989237660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  8. Fail191,050 miles (+1,097)1 dangerous9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,050 miles
    Test number
    962024129177
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn kingpin (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  9. Pass189,953 miles (+1,254)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    189,953 miles
    Test number
    770056272390
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member/bumper slight corrosion nearside and offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear shaft front joint.. at park brake drum (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  10. Pass188,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    188,699 miles
    Test number
    375210698814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail188,699 miles (+360)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,699 miles
    Test number
    965562712229
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorTowbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass188,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    188,339 miles
    Test number
    571640152630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail188,339 miles (+157)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,339 miles
    Test number
    107437881249
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Fail188,182 miles (+4,247)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,182 miles
    Test number
    908846464782
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn front and rear radius arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn front and rear radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel joint seals leaking
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc discoloured (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  15. Pass183,935 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    183,935 miles
    Test number
    147544743791
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  16. Fail183,919 miles (+5,464)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,919 miles
    Test number
    420635294465
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light lens deteriorated (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  17. Pass178,455 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    178,455 miles
    Test number
    570579957893
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail178,439 miles (+7,529)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,439 miles
    Test number
    616473430897
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass170,910 miles (+12,634)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    170,910 miles
    Test number
    679832345117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass158,276 miles (+14,052)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    158,276 miles
    Test number
    136843154148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass144,224 miles (+14,820)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    144,224 miles
    Test number
    365535333103
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted

  22. Fail129,404 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,404 miles
    Test number
    236122952114
    • Repaired at testPosition lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Pass129,404 miles (+3,445)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    129,404 miles
    Test number
    288952252146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass125,959 miles (+402)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    125,959 miles
    Test number
    659064451125
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass125,557 miles (+722)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    125,557 miles
    Test number
    351196360161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass124,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    124,835 miles
    Test number
    571922369161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail124,835 miles (+1,211)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,835 miles
    Test number
    224422569112
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  28. Pass123,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    123,624 miles
    Test number
    212676858476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail123,624 miles (+1,173)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,624 miles
    Test number
    252196958120
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  30. Fail122,451 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,451 miles
    Test number
    371996797413
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  31. Pass122,451 miles (+12,638)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    122,451 miles
    Test number
    450366297255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass109,813 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    109,813 miles
    Test number
    403016006462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about T585 NLB

Does T585 NLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T585 NLB is valid until 23 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T585 NLB?
The MOT on T585 NLB is valid until 23 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T585 NLB done?
T585 NLB was recorded at 192,837 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 4,356 miles a year.
Has T585 NLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T585 NLB has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T585 NLB 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 T585 NLB find?
T585 NLB passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security footwell; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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