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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T690 SDLMOT history

T690 SDL is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2024 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 133,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2024
Mileage
133,339 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2024
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T690 SDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T690 SDL was last recorded at 133,339 miles on 29 Nov 2024, 330 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,009 miles · 12 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
330 miles
Average per year
3,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 133,339 miles
  • 2023 – 133,009 miles
  • 2021 – 132,139 miles
  • 2019 – 129,698 miles
  • 2018 – 127,237 miles
  • 2017 – 123,130 miles
  • 2016 – 118,169 miles
  • 2015 – 114,092 miles
  • 2014 – 110,324 miles
  • 2013 – 105,323 miles
  • 2012 – 101,461 miles
  • 2011 – 97,364 miles
  • 2010 – 92,935 miles
  • 2009 – 87,650 miles
  • 2008 – 82,490 miles
  • 2007 – 78,043 miles
  • 2006 – 72,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail133,339 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle seal. advise rectification. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all4 tyres in sides walls

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail133,339 miles (+330)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,339 miles
    Test number
    803599075806
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle seal. advise rectification. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass133,009 miles (+870)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    133,009 miles
    Test number
    129330140186
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front SUSPENSION SWIVEL JOINT SLIGHTLY WEEPING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front SUSPENSION SWIVEL JOINT SLIGHTLY WEEPING
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass132,139 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    132,139 miles
    Test number
    325106944972
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all4 tyres in sides walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail132,138 miles (+2,440)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,138 miles
    Test number
    501876369713
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel hand brake (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping swivel joint seal (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all4 tyres in sides walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass129,698 miles (+2,461)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    129,698 miles
    Test number
    810121463297
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leek n/s front hub not excessive

  6. Pass127,237 miles (+4,107)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    127,237 miles
    Test number
    262457518651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass123,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    123,130 miles
    Test number
    586613593167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail123,130 miles (+4,961)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,130 miles
    Test number
    950575202892
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Cross chassis (6.6.6)

  9. Pass118,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    118,169 miles
    Test number
    886749159894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail118,169 miles (+4,077)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,169 miles
    Test number
    766410837039
    • FailureIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

  11. Pass114,092 miles (+3,768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    114,092 miles
    Test number
    535665768579
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass110,324 miles (+5,001)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    110,324 miles
    Test number
    128008514218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass105,323 miles (+3,862)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    105,323 miles
    Test number
    407548613202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass101,461 miles (+4,097)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    101,461 miles
    Test number
    365130022480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass97,364 miles (+4,429)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    97,364 miles
    Test number
    206680921213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass92,935 miles (+5,285)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    92,935 miles
    Test number
    193271220249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass87,650 miles (+5,160)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    87,650 miles
    Test number
    270921119282
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel filter is damp.

  18. Pass82,490 miles (+4,447)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    82,490 miles
    Test number
    350254628416
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass78,043 miles (+5,861)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    78,043 miles
    Test number
    350187627478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    72,182 miles
    Test number
    652739026286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T690 SDL

Does T690 SDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T690 SDL expired on 11 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T690 SDL?
The MOT on T690 SDL expired on 11 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T690 SDL done?
T690 SDL was recorded at 133,339 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2024, an average of 3,344 miles a year.
Has T690 SDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T690 SDL has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T690 SDL 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 T690 SDL find?
T690 SDL failed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2024 with 4 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position.; nearside rear vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting; offside rear vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting, and 7 more.

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