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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T705 VYAMOT history

T705 VYA is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 181,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
181,661 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,531 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T705 VYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T705 VYA was last recorded at 181,661 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,653 miles · 27 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
5,531 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,661 miles
  • 2025 – 180,664 miles
  • 2024 – 178,349 miles
  • 2023 – 178,317 miles
  • 2021 – 172,759 miles
  • 2020 – 167,786 miles
  • 2019 – 166,116 miles
  • 2018 – 163,938 miles
  • 2017 – 161,733 miles
  • 2016 – 155,048 miles
  • 2015 – 147,467 miles
  • 2014 – 141,795 miles
  • 2013 – 134,020 miles
  • 2012 – 125,068 miles
  • 2011 – 114,717 miles
  • 2010 – 103,305 miles
  • 2009 – 95,954 miles
  • 2008 – 88,686 miles
  • 2007 – 82,707 miles
  • 2006 – 77,148 miles
  • 2005 – 68,817 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,661 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear cross member has corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

35 tests since 4 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,661 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    181,661 miles
    Test number
    713933082220
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear cross member has corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail181,653 miles (+989)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,653 miles
    Test number
    164888705953
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body outrigger corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear cross member has corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass180,664 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    180,664 miles
    Test number
    885446795860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail180,642 miles (+2,293)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,642 miles
    Test number
    340787064863
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorSubframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear cross member x 4 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass178,349 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    178,349 miles
    Test number
    519229064581
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail178,332 miles (+15)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,332 miles
    Test number
    274545935950
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail178,317 miles (+5,558)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,317 miles
    Test number
    959912362932
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded both n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded both n/s/r and o/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both n/s/r and o/s/r (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass172,759 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    172,759 miles
    Test number
    887244658255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail172,750 miles (+75)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,750 miles
    Test number
    871197100806
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn Front tie rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn front tie rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail172,675 miles (+4,889)1 dangerous9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,675 miles
    Test number
    698644684779
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn both sphere/ swivel joint pin bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rear (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis just before rear wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting body mount u/s (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached nut is loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis just before rear wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced upper cross member above diff area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  11. Pass167,786 miles (+1,670)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    167,786 miles
    Test number
    993175946917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass166,116 miles (+2,178)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    166,116 miles
    Test number
    626066401988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass163,938 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    163,938 miles
    Test number
    210109826306
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  14. Fail163,931 miles (+2,198)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,931 miles
    Test number
    786202313543
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure Exhaust rubber broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  15. Pass161,733 miles (+6,685)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    161,733 miles
    Test number
    673406716976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass155,048 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    155,048 miles
    Test number
    547455946502
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded metal brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Fail155,042 miles (+7,575)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,042 miles
    Test number
    467645480684
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush hockey stick bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush hockey stick bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded metal brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Pass147,467 miles (+5,672)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    147,467 miles
    Test number
    945875593399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass141,795 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    141,795 miles
    Test number
    447690484206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail141,792 miles (+7,772)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,792 miles
    Test number
    398279074445
    • FailureFront Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  21. Pass134,020 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    134,020 miles
    Test number
    966934883255
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  22. Fail134,020 miles (+8,952)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,020 miles
    Test number
    325913083286
    • FailureSteering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)
    • FailureSteering wheel weakened by fractures (2.1.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  23. Pass125,068 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    125,068 miles
    Test number
    318099072234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brakes feel in need of attention

  24. Fail125,066 miles (+10,349)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,066 miles
    Test number
    435509972219
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass114,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    114,717 miles
    Test number
    748113871259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail114,717 miles (+11,412)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,717 miles
    Test number
    475953271276
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass103,305 miles (+7,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    103,305 miles
    Test number
    590334270289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  28. Pass95,954 miles (+7,268)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    95,954 miles
    Test number
    642848219383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass88,686 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    88,686 miles
    Test number
    261999318318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSteering noisy

  30. Fail88,686 miles (+5,979)1 failure2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,686 miles
    Test number
    460469518353
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSteering noisy

  31. Pass82,707 miles (+5,559)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    82,707 miles
    Test number
    572244727356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass77,148 miles (+8,331)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    77,148 miles
    Test number
    332922516366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass68,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    68,817 miles
    Test number
    440178305387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass68,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    68,817 miles
    Test number
    271418405312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail68,817 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,817 miles
    Test number
    302098305305
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about T705 VYA

Does T705 VYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T705 VYA is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T705 VYA?
The MOT on T705 VYA is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T705 VYA done?
T705 VYA was recorded at 181,661 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 5,531 miles a year.
Has T705 VYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T705 VYA has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T705 VYA 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 T705 VYA find?
T705 VYA passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member has corrosion.; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play.

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