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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T679 FUGMOT history

T679 FUG is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 98,915 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
98,915 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,757 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T679 FUG
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
1 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T679 FUG was last recorded at 98,915 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,903 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
2,757 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,915 miles
  • 2025 – 98,903 miles
  • 2019 – 98,824 miles
  • 2018 – 98,348 miles
  • 2017 – 98,087 miles
  • 2016 – 98,030 miles
  • 2015 – 95,862 miles
  • 2014 – 93,493 miles
  • 2012 – 89,314 miles
  • 2011 – 86,908 miles
  • 2010 – 83,077 miles
  • 2009 – 78,165 miles
  • 2008 – 68,315 miles
  • 2006 – 48,193 miles
  • 2005 – 42,304 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,915 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryChassis covered in underseal

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section slight leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch inside door

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch inside door

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,915 miles (+12)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    98,915 miles
    Test number
    661944589785
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis covered in underseal

  2. Pass98,903 miles (+79)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    98,903 miles
    Test number
    193488586064
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis coated in underseal
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt prescribed area repair covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt prescribed area repair covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt prescribed area repair covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt prescribed area repair covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass98,824 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,824 miles
    Test number
    516865857827
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section slight leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch inside door (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch inside door (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail98,824 miles (+476)1 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,824 miles
    Test number
    934779343953
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14 inch wiper blade replaced (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section slight leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch inside door (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch inside door (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass98,348 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    98,348 miles
    Test number
    185193943034
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail98,348 miles (+261)3 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,348 miles
    Test number
    296568165390
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box along seem (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass98,087 miles (+57)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    98,087 miles
    Test number
    300847070137
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leak from centre section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  8. Fail98,030 miles (+2,168)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,030 miles
    Test number
    285131071433
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer rigers plate (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer riggerplate (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leak middle section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage slight leak from pipe need to investigate (2.3.3b)

  9. Pass95,862 miles (+2,369)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    95,862 miles
    Test number
    527193705164
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass93,493 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    93,493 miles
    Test number
    527987684086
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Fail93,493 miles (+4,179)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,493 miles
    Test number
    756506884021
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Upper Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a ball joint (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail89,314 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,314 miles
    Test number
    326382242338
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass89,314 miles (+2,406)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    89,314 miles
    Test number
    456182542302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass86,908 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    86,908 miles
    Test number
    535293031375
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRubber bush in steering damper worn

  15. Fail86,908 miles (+3,831)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,908 miles
    Test number
    939573531306
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRubber bush in steering damper worn

  16. Pass83,077 miles (+4,912)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    83,077 miles
    Test number
    394024130341
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass78,165 miles (+9,850)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    78,165 miles
    Test number
    453171139411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass68,315 miles (+20,122)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    68,315 miles
    Test number
    670574408342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,193 miles (+5,889)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    48,193 miles
    Test number
    522703086254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    42,304 miles
    Test number
    372026275433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T679 FUG

Does T679 FUG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T679 FUG is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T679 FUG?
The MOT on T679 FUG is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T679 FUG done?
T679 FUG was recorded at 98,915 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 2,757 miles a year.
Has T679 FUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T679 FUG has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on T679 FUG 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 T679 FUG find?
T679 FUG passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear outer vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger, and 3 more.

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