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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T634 MBOMOT history

T634 MBO is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 7 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 149,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
149,758 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,022 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T634 MBO
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
7 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T634 MBO was last recorded at 149,758 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 2,034 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Oct 2007: 98,967 miles, lower than 940,280 miles on 24 Oct 2006.

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
147,724 miles · 14 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,034 miles
Average per year
3,022 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,758 miles
  • 2024 – 147,724 miles
  • 2023 – 145,283 miles
  • 2022 – 143,171 miles
  • 2021 – 140,928 miles
  • 2020 – 138,554 miles
  • 2019 – 135,741 miles
  • 2018 – 132,846 miles
  • 2017 – 130,332 miles
  • 2016 – 128,102 miles
  • 2015 – 125,151 miles
  • 2014 – 122,235 miles
  • 2013 – 119,064 miles
  • 2012 – 116,233 miles
  • 2011 – 113,078 miles
  • 2010 – 109,746 miles
  • 2009 – 106,604 miles
  • 2008 – 103,367 miles
  • 2007 – 98,967 miles
  • 2006 – 940,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,758 miles
  • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt under steering box (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged All valve stems (5.2.3 (j))
  • AdvisorySteering shock bush worn

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Ball joint above rear axle.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass149,758 miles (+2,034)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    149,758 miles
    Test number
    474908247250
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt under steering box (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged All valve stems (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisorySteering shock bush worn

  2. Pass147,724 miles (+8)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    147,724 miles
    Test number
    991509637858
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Ball joint above rear axle. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail147,716 miles (+2,433)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,716 miles
    Test number
    943509149855
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt On steering box arm ball joint. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Ball joint above rear axle. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass145,283 miles (+2,112)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    145,283 miles
    Test number
    962452489728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass143,171 miles (+2,243)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    143,171 miles
    Test number
    437638281365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass140,928 miles (+2,374)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    140,928 miles
    Test number
    705940238635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass138,554 miles (+2,813)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    138,554 miles
    Test number
    865606548530
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate has crack at bottom
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material hose to caliper covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material hose to caliper covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass135,741 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    135,741 miles
    Test number
    976274228658
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To hose (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail135,741 miles (+2,895)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,741 miles
    Test number
    775334326462
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To hose (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass132,846 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    132,846 miles
    Test number
    368214067913
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail132,846 miles (+2,514)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,846 miles
    Test number
    113673591226
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass130,332 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    130,332 miles
    Test number
    365296843462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail130,312 miles (+2,210)13 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,312 miles
    Test number
    305559005923
    • FailureCentral Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded radius arm (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded radius arm (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded radius arm (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  14. Pass128,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    128,102 miles
    Test number
    316897735324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail128,102 miles (+2,951)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,102 miles
    Test number
    661512828445
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass125,151 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    125,151 miles
    Test number
    604433262088
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perished

  17. Fail125,151 miles (+2,916)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,151 miles
    Test number
    744212452197
    • FailureFront Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perished

  18. Pass122,235 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    122,235 miles
    Test number
    815117284236
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail122,235 miles (+3,171)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,235 miles
    Test number
    757486484254
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass119,064 miles (+2,831)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    119,064 miles
    Test number
    505009383272
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass116,233 miles (+3,155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    116,233 miles
    Test number
    936226982265
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass113,078 miles (+3,332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    113,078 miles
    Test number
    667141191248
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass109,746 miles (+3,142)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    109,746 miles
    Test number
    182529670200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass106,604 miles (+3,237)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    106,604 miles
    Test number
    354402299288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass103,367 miles (+4,400)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    103,367 miles
    Test number
    763450898240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass98,967 miles (-841,313)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    98,967 miles
    Test number
    183863087293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass940,280 miles (+849,577)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    940,280 miles
    Test number
    363457296203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass90,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    90,703 miles
    Test number
    511210196019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail90,703 miles11 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,703 miles
    Test number
    993198786075
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Questions about T634 MBO

Does T634 MBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T634 MBO is valid until 27 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T634 MBO?
The MOT on T634 MBO is valid until 27 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T634 MBO done?
T634 MBO was recorded at 149,758 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 3,022 miles a year.
Has T634 MBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T634 MBO has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T634 MBO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Oct 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T634 MBO find?
T634 MBO passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt under steering box; nearside front oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal; offside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 5 more.

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