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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T590 BSNMOT history

T590 BSN is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 143,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
143,609 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,602 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T590 BSN
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
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T590 BSN was last recorded at 143,609 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,609 miles · 25 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,602 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,609 miles
  • 2025 – 143,503 miles
  • 2024 – 143,086 miles
  • 2023 – 142,731 miles
  • 2022 – 142,223 miles
  • 2020 – 141,339 miles
  • 2019 – 140,338 miles
  • 2018 – 139,684 miles
  • 2017 – 138,956 miles
  • 2016 – 137,977 miles
  • 2015 – 136,453 miles
  • 2014 – 135,479 miles
  • 2013 – 134,162 miles
  • 2011 – 131,134 miles
  • 2010 – 127,159 miles
  • 2009 – 124,728 miles
  • 2008 – 122,133 miles
  • 2007 – 118,783 miles
  • 2006 – 111,929 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,609 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear seats missing at time of testRecorded 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.

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,609 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    143,609 miles
    Test number
    477152573317
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats missing at time of test

  2. Fail143,609 miles (+106)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,609 miles
    Test number
    733604613261
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted badly corroded and holed (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body panel insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats missing at time of test

  3. Pass143,503 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    143,503 miles
    Test number
    391935302676
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  4. Fail143,503 miles (+417)2 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,503 miles
    Test number
    181985196312
    • DangerousCentral Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  5. Pass143,086 miles (+355)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    143,086 miles
    Test number
    508173178376
    • MinorDriver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear 1/4 panels corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryRear seats missing

  6. Pass142,731 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    142,731 miles
    Test number
    694643739823
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear 1/4 panels corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryRear seats missing

  7. Fail142,726 miles (+503)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,726 miles
    Test number
    971405569693
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear 1/4 panels corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryRear seats missing

  8. Pass142,223 miles (+884)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    142,223 miles
    Test number
    618424095832
    • AdvisoryCentral Front seat damaged
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear floor corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test all middle and rear seats missing
    • AdvisoryBoth rear 1/4 panels corroded

  9. Pass141,339 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    141,339 miles
    Test number
    222112423199
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Corrosion all around the door latch (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Reverse lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail141,339 miles (+504)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,339 miles
    Test number
    106844085312
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. No backrest (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Corrosion all around the door latch (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Reverse lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass140,835 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    140,835 miles
    Test number
    513887517858
    • AdvisoryCentral Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test middle row back rest
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front axle swivel housing seal leaking
    • AdvisoryRear tail door corroded

  12. Fail140,834 miles (+496)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,834 miles
    Test number
    569041721296
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced at tow bar stay mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test middle row back rest
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front axle swivel housing seal leaking
    • AdvisoryRear tail door corroded

  13. Pass140,338 miles (+654)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    140,338 miles
    Test number
    715077594173
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test back rest
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear body corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body corroded

  14. Pass139,684 miles (+728)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    139,684 miles
    Test number
    988847588182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  15. Pass138,956 miles (+979)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    138,956 miles
    Test number
    702431067600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass137,977 miles (+31)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    137,977 miles
    Test number
    502085395061
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNear side rear cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail137,946 miles (+1,493)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,946 miles
    Test number
    241004802045
    • FailureIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNear side rear cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass136,453 miles (+974)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    136,453 miles
    Test number
    326203915014
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slight cracking

  19. Pass135,479 miles (+9)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    135,479 miles
    Test number
    165350524098
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNsr tyre slight cracking

  20. Fail135,470 miles (+1,308)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,470 miles
    Test number
    108736914481
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNsr tyre slight cracking

  21. Pass134,162 miles (+3,028)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    134,162 miles
    Test number
    765879103053
    • NoteRear triangler ball joint slight play

  22. Pass131,134 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    131,134 miles
    Test number
    148795341141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  23. Fail131,134 miles (+3,975)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,134 miles
    Test number
    598834141151
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  24. Pass127,159 miles (+2,431)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    127,159 miles
    Test number
    432030940184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass124,728 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    124,728 miles
    Test number
    300876269173
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  26. Fail124,728 miles (+2,595)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,728 miles
    Test number
    411362769151
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  27. Pass122,133 miles (+3,350)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    122,133 miles
    Test number
    632818948197
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  28. Pass118,783 miles (+6,854)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    118,783 miles
    Test number
    353046657111
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass111,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    111,929 miles
    Test number
    572122646126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T590 BSN

Does T590 BSN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T590 BSN is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T590 BSN?
The MOT on T590 BSN is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T590 BSN done?
T590 BSN was recorded at 143,609 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 1,602 miles a year.
Has T590 BSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T590 BSN has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T590 BSN 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 T590 BSN find?
T590 BSN passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: offside front seat belt buckle slightly damaged; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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