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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T681 WDLMOT history

T681 WDL is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 36 MOT tests, with 120,077 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
120,077 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
36
19 passed · 17 failed
Per year
3,752 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T681 WDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T681 WDL was last recorded at 120,077 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 2,189 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,888 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,189 miles
Average per year
3,752 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,077 miles
  • 2025 – 117,888 miles
  • 2024 – 116,045 miles
  • 2022 – 115,789 miles
  • 2021 – 111,748 miles
  • 2020 – 107,337 miles
  • 2019 – 104,662 miles
  • 2018 – 103,023 miles
  • 2017 – 103,023 miles
  • 2016 – 96,238 miles
  • 2015 – 88,078 miles
  • 2014 – 84,174 miles
  • 2013 – 79,475 miles
  • 2012 – 75,296 miles
  • 2011 – 71,028 miles
  • 2010 – 66,136 miles
  • 2009 – 61,375 miles
  • 2008 – 55,947 miles
  • 2007 – 50,350 miles
  • 2006 – 44,814 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,077 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure5 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass120,077 miles (+2,189)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    120,077 miles
    Test number
    756312275246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass117,888 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    117,888 miles
    Test number
    103823196559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail117,878 miles (+1,833)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,878 miles
    Test number
    885951237396
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

  4. Pass116,045 miles (+256)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    116,045 miles
    Test number
    800591095571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass115,789 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    115,789 miles
    Test number
    881506795816
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail115,789 miles (+4,041)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,789 miles
    Test number
    807619812235
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass111,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    111,748 miles
    Test number
    694440805574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail111,748 miles (+4,411)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,748 miles
    Test number
    509966469440
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn Panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass107,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    107,337 miles
    Test number
    921974812508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail107,337 miles (+2,675)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,337 miles
    Test number
    759514333921
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shocker cone (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass104,662 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    104,662 miles
    Test number
    639928875029
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail104,662 miles (+12)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,662 miles
    Test number
    230068547764
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail104,650 miles (+1,627)2 dangerous13 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,650 miles
    Test number
    217173481837
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking on engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn hub bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high ajuster not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering ram insecure shock bush worn (2.1.5 (d) (i))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front by brake flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass103,023 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    103,023 miles
    Test number
    195082817610
    • AdvisoryNearside seat not fitted
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  15. Fail103,023 miles (+6,785)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,023 miles
    Test number
    917585871397
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint hub (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside seat not fitted
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  16. Pass96,238 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    96,238 miles
    Test number
    780093749395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear most (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail96,236 miles (+8,158)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,236 miles
    Test number
    376257682462
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear most (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass88,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    88,078 miles
    Test number
    789232895115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail88,078 miles (+3,904)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,078 miles
    Test number
    225667085137
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  20. Pass84,174 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    84,174 miles
    Test number
    825687974176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

  21. Fail84,174 miles (+4,699)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,174 miles
    Test number
    606647874110
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

  22. Pass79,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    79,475 miles
    Test number
    805003883159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail79,475 miles (+4,179)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,475 miles
    Test number
    416813983148
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  24. Pass75,296 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    75,296 miles
    Test number
    837206982137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  25. Fail75,296 miles (+4,268)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,296 miles
    Test number
    566285182144
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  26. Pass71,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    71,028 miles
    Test number
    738887381106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail71,028 miles (+4,892)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,028 miles
    Test number
    987657681115
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass66,136 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    66,136 miles
    Test number
    273978280176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail66,047 miles (+4,672)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,047 miles
    Test number
    711140480172
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureSteering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass61,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    61,375 miles
    Test number
    260794289481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail61,375 miles (+5,428)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,375 miles
    Test number
    504864589115
    • DangerousPropshaft component defective
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  32. Pass55,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    55,947 miles
    Test number
    453490198184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail55,947 miles (+5,597)8 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,947 miles
    Test number
    314059088130
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  34. Pass50,350 miles (+5,536)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    50,350 miles
    Test number
    361968587144
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  35. Pass44,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    44,814 miles
    Test number
    413240886132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail44,814 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,814 miles
    Test number
    183130786164
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about T681 WDL

Does T681 WDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T681 WDL is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T681 WDL?
The MOT on T681 WDL is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T681 WDL done?
T681 WDL was recorded at 120,077 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 3,752 miles a year.
Has T681 WDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T681 WDL has failed 17 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T681 WDL 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 T681 WDL find?
T681 WDL passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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