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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

T66 DEFMOT history

T66 DEF is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 23 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 105,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
105,710 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,920 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T66 DEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T66 DEF was last recorded at 105,710 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 1,220 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,490 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,220 miles
Average per year
3,920 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,710 miles
  • 2025 – 104,490 miles
  • 2024 – 103,115 miles
  • 2023 – 101,113 miles
  • 2022 – 99,494 miles
  • 2021 – 97,638 miles
  • 2020 – 95,031 miles
  • 2019 – 90,646 miles
  • 2018 – 82,436 miles
  • 2017 – 69,032 miles
  • 2016 – 62,555 miles
  • 2015 – 58,710 miles
  • 2014 – 53,749 miles
  • 2013 – 52,301 miles
  • 2012 – 51,094 miles
  • 2011 – 49,417 miles
  • 2010 – 47,029 miles
  • 2009 – 45,013 miles
  • 2008 – 39,715 miles
  • 2007 – 33,799 miles
  • 2006 – 28,256 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,710 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CROSSMEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Fluid leak, but not excessive POWER STEERING FLUID (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security CROSSMEMBER

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,710 miles (+1,220)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    105,710 miles
    Test number
    830384630342
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CROSSMEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Fluid leak, but not excessive POWER STEERING FLUID (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass104,490 miles (+1,375)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    104,490 miles
    Test number
    820039365008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CROSSMEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis in general (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass103,115 miles (+2,002)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    103,115 miles
    Test number
    599134827570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive SLIGHT ENGINE OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BODY TO REAR CROSSMEMBER MOUNTS (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CROSSMEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass101,113 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    101,113 miles
    Test number
    182513962014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security CROSSMEMBER (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Fail101,113 miles (+1,619)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,113 miles
    Test number
    175206625712
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached BROKEN (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security CROSSMEMBER (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass99,494 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    99,494 miles
    Test number
    621283578480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CROSSMEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail99,494 miles (+1,856)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,494 miles
    Test number
    877152560186
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CROSSMEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass97,638 miles (+2,607)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    97,638 miles
    Test number
    291293973900
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOf side rear body mounting slightly corroded

  9. Pass95,031 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    95,031 miles
    Test number
    380258781453
    • AdvisorySurface rust rear chassis and cross member

  10. Fail95,031 miles (+4,385)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,031 miles
    Test number
    409087768696
    • MajorNearside Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust rear chassis and cross member

  11. Pass90,646 miles (+8,210)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    90,646 miles
    Test number
    856249109222
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIP OUT ZONE A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT DISC'S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive FRONT DIFF SEAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR BRAKE PIPE SLIGHTLY CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR DISC'S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass82,436 miles (+13,404)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    82,436 miles
    Test number
    777856400679
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn

  13. Pass69,032 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    69,032 miles
    Test number
    722911896418
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Fail69,032 miles (+6,477)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,032 miles
    Test number
    545541857439
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass62,555 miles (+3,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    62,555 miles
    Test number
    563868828497
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  16. Pass58,710 miles (+4,961)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    58,710 miles
    Test number
    185668155454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,749 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    53,749 miles
    Test number
    989387714091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  18. Fail53,749 miles (+1,448)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,749 miles
    Test number
    147003114469
    • DangerousOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • DangerousService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  19. Pass52,301 miles (+1,207)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    52,301 miles
    Test number
    826653643115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  20. Pass51,094 miles (+1,677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,094 miles
    Test number
    297527532141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass49,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,417 miles
    Test number
    936956641191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail49,417 miles (+2,388)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,417 miles
    Test number
    288715141168
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  23. Pass47,029 miles (+2,016)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    47,029 miles
    Test number
    461342740155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,013 miles (+5,298)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    45,013 miles
    Test number
    900205529154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass39,715 miles (+5,916)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    39,715 miles
    Test number
    244044238476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass33,799 miles (+5,543)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    33,799 miles
    Test number
    732224137120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    28,256 miles
    Test number
    200585746474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T66 DEF

Does T66 DEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T66 DEF is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T66 DEF?
The MOT on T66 DEF is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T66 DEF done?
T66 DEF was recorded at 105,710 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 3,920 miles a year.
Has T66 DEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T66 DEF has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T66 DEF 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 T66 DEF find?
T66 DEF passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: central rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember; nearside front axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; nearside front upper fluid leak, but not excessive power steering fluid, and 3 more.

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