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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T68 BSOMOT history

T68 BSO is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 95,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
95,791 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,296 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T68 BSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T68 BSO was last recorded at 95,791 miles on 29 May 2026, 1,692 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Sept 2016: 73,355 miles, lower than 732,230 miles on 7 Jul 2015.

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
94,099 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,692 miles
Average per year
2,296 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,791 miles
  • 2025 – 94,099 miles
  • 2024 – 91,846 miles
  • 2023 – 89,337 miles
  • 2022 – 86,310 miles
  • 2021 – 83,460 miles
  • 2020 – 79,017 miles
  • 2019 – 74,304 miles
  • 2018 – 73,686 miles
  • 2017 – 73,505 miles
  • 2016 – 73,413 miles
  • 2015 – 732,230 miles
  • 2014 – 73,078 miles
  • 2013 – 72,941 miles
  • 2012 – 72,790 miles
  • 2011 – 72,667 miles
  • 2010 – 67,721 miles
  • 2009 – 61,311 miles
  • 2008 – 57,838 miles
  • 2007 – 54,002 miles
  • 2006 – 49,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,791 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryChassis corroded
  • AdvisoryO/s and n/s front hub seals damp

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 Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Failure4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • CHASSIS COVERED IN UNDER SEAL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

34 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,791 miles (+1,692)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    95,791 miles
    Test number
    796880323446
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s front hub seals damp

  2. Pass94,099 miles (+2,253)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    94,099 miles
    Test number
    796057791775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass91,846 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    91,846 miles
    Test number
    549701454609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail91,823 miles (+2,486)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,823 miles
    Test number
    350294679861
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger at exhaust mount and tow bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger under driver floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced center section chassis coroded in 3 places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass89,337 miles (+3,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    89,337 miles
    Test number
    585792894634
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass86,310 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    86,310 miles
    Test number
    780845726030
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Fail86,310 miles (+2,850)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,310 miles
    Test number
    466728928954
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced at end (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced at end (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSeat belt missing middle (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass83,460 miles (+4,443)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    83,460 miles
    Test number
    193827114774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,017 miles (+4,713)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    79,017 miles
    Test number
    213097770325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass74,304 miles (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    74,304 miles
    Test number
    833717389018
    • AdvisoryCHASSIS COVERED IN UNDER SEAL

  11. Fail74,262 miles (+576)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,262 miles
    Test number
    372097930729
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCHASSIS COVERED IN UNDER SEAL

  12. Pass73,686 miles (+81)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    73,686 miles
    Test number
    282414965995
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  13. Fail73,605 miles (+100)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,605 miles
    Test number
    230476805469
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced also within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

  14. Pass73,505 miles (+63)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    73,505 miles
    Test number
    554524198681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  15. Fail73,442 miles (+29)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,442 miles
    Test number
    298753433288
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  16. Pass73,413 miles (+58)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    73,413 miles
    Test number
    609264183937
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryService brake has just met the requirements (52%)

  17. Fail73,355 miles (-658,875)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,355 miles
    Test number
    114134865120
    • FailureBrake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryService brake has just met the requirements (52%)

  18. Pass732,230 miles (+659,002)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    732,230 miles
    Test number
    897218885110
    • NoteWindscreen rubber seal perishing

  19. Fail73,228 miles (+150)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,228 miles
    Test number
    578557985171
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteWindscreen rubber seal perishing

  20. Pass73,078 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    73,078 miles
    Test number
    719914184161
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  21. Fail73,076 miles (+135)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,076 miles
    Test number
    489725274181
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSpeedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass72,941 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    72,941 miles
    Test number
    917576273100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,939 miles (+149)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,939 miles
    Test number
    295701773135
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

  24. Pass72,790 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    72,790 miles
    Test number
    485393852111
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOffside front brake binding slightly

  25. Fail72,788 miles (+121)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,788 miles
    Test number
    586771652115
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOffside front brake binding slightly

  26. Pass72,667 miles (+4,946)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    72,667 miles
    Test number
    976024061177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass67,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    67,721 miles
    Test number
    824170140126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail67,721 miles (+6,410)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,721 miles
    Test number
    712167320197
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  29. Pass61,311 miles (+3,473)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    61,311 miles
    Test number
    554916449102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass57,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    57,838 miles
    Test number
    270521458121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail57,836 miles (+3,834)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,836 miles
    Test number
    720431358146
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass54,002 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    54,002 miles
    Test number
    610941147104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail53,999 miles (+4,160)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,999 miles
    Test number
    464844237141
    • FailureFront Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureHeadlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  34. Pass49,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    49,839 miles
    Test number
    804484146182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T68 BSO

Does T68 BSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T68 BSO is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T68 BSO?
The MOT on T68 BSO is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T68 BSO done?
T68 BSO was recorded at 95,791 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 2,296 miles a year.
Has T68 BSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T68 BSO has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T68 BSO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Sept 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T68 BSO find?
T68 BSO passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive engine; chassis corroded; o/s and n/s front hub seals damp.

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