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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T591 BSNMOT history

T591 BSN is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 185,474 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
185,474 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,870 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T591 BSN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T591 BSN was last recorded at 185,474 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 24,266 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
161,208 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
24,266 miles
Average per year
5,870 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,474 miles
  • 2025 – 161,208 miles
  • 2024 – 156,969 miles
  • 2022 – 151,000 miles
  • 2021 – 147,218 miles
  • 2019 – 146,132 miles
  • 2018 – 143,247 miles
  • 2017 – 141,532 miles
  • 2016 – 138,484 miles
  • 2015 – 137,001 miles
  • 2014 – 136,325 miles
  • 2013 – 130,919 miles
  • 2012 – 121,941 miles
  • 2011 – 111,883 miles
  • 2010 – 103,274 miles
  • 2009 – 98,629 miles
  • 2008 – 90,172 miles
  • 2007 – 80,052 miles
  • 2006 – 68,549 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,474 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,474 miles (+24,266)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    185,474 miles
    Test number
    994865028205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  2. Pass161,208 miles (+4,239)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    161,208 miles
    Test number
    915687666334
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass156,969 miles (+5,969)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    156,969 miles
    Test number
    951142685526
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass151,000 miles (+3,782)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    151,000 miles
    Test number
    588512779958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass147,218 miles (+1,086)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    147,218 miles
    Test number
    135011760022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass146,132 miles (+2,885)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    146,132 miles
    Test number
    971946484161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass143,247 miles (+1,715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    143,247 miles
    Test number
    260326276398
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass141,532 miles (+3,048)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    141,532 miles
    Test number
    886797691702
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

  9. Pass138,484 miles (+1,483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    138,484 miles
    Test number
    443974666975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

  10. Pass137,001 miles (+676)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    137,001 miles
    Test number
    482375650633
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass136,325 miles (+5,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    136,325 miles
    Test number
    186605484194
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass130,919 miles (+8,978)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    130,919 miles
    Test number
    139831963173
    • AdvisoryNearside Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  13. Pass121,941 miles (+10,058)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    121,941 miles
    Test number
    697447252185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass111,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    111,883 miles
    Test number
    199990561117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail111,883 miles (+8,609)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,883 miles
    Test number
    897890161135
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  16. Pass103,274 miles (+4,645)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    103,274 miles
    Test number
    174335540143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass98,629 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    98,629 miles
    Test number
    543150129172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Fail98,629 miles (+8,457)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,629 miles
    Test number
    550190629153
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass90,172 miles (+10,120)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    90,172 miles
    Test number
    480340588015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass80,052 miles (+11,503)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    80,052 miles
    Test number
    773880287040
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass68,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    68,549 miles
    Test number
    680879576017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T591 BSN

Does T591 BSN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T591 BSN is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T591 BSN?
The MOT on T591 BSN is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T591 BSN done?
T591 BSN was recorded at 185,474 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 5,870 miles a year.
Has T591 BSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T591 BSN has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2011.
Has the mileage on T591 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 T591 BSN find?
T591 BSN passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play rear; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; nearside seat belt buckle slightly damaged, and 5 more.

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