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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T712 TBAMOT history

T712 TBA is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 146,181 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
146,181 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,796 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T712 TBA
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T712 TBA was last recorded at 146,181 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,181 miles · 19 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,796 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,181 miles
  • 2025 – 139,423 miles
  • 2024 – 138,669 miles
  • 2023 – 138,154 miles
  • 2022 – 137,186 miles
  • 2021 – 136,889 miles
  • 2020 – 134,578 miles
  • 2019 – 127,783 miles
  • 2018 – 119,845 miles
  • 2017 – 111,093 miles
  • 2016 – 104,155 miles
  • 2015 – 99,919 miles
  • 2014 – 90,220 miles
  • 2013 – 84,323 miles
  • 2011 – 80,335 miles
  • 2010 – 74,716 miles
  • 2009 – 70,360 miles
  • 2008 – 65,594 miles
  • 2007 – 59,692 miles
  • 2006 – 53,381 miles
  • 2005 – 46,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,181 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Chassis some corrosoin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 27 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,181 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    146,181 miles
    Test number
    739813279609
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail146,181 miles (+6,758)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,181 miles
    Test number
    665028981467
    • DangerousPassenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass139,423 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    139,423 miles
    Test number
    216377015538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail139,411 miles (+742)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,411 miles
    Test number
    214757924397
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber upper mount (cone) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass138,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    138,669 miles
    Test number
    303845897894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail138,669 miles (+515)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,669 miles
    Test number
    678451740259
    • DangerousRear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass138,154 miles (+968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    138,154 miles
    Test number
    722378101711
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass137,186 miles (+297)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    137,186 miles
    Test number
    269068004940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass136,889 miles (+2,311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    136,889 miles
    Test number
    403763572744
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underneath

  10. Pass134,578 miles (+132)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    134,578 miles
    Test number
    664473897864
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis some corrosoin

  11. Fail134,446 miles (+6,663)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,446 miles
    Test number
    165558711681
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis some corrosoin

  12. Pass127,783 miles (+92)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    127,783 miles
    Test number
    832458076407
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer tyre slight damage
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Fail127,691 miles (+7,846)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,691 miles
    Test number
    324998565519
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer tyre slight damage

  14. Pass119,845 miles (+8,752)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    119,845 miles
    Test number
    600936607896
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  15. Pass111,093 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    111,093 miles
    Test number
    655519442584
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Fail111,092 miles (+6,937)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,092 miles
    Test number
    898894917500
    • FailureHorn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  17. Pass104,155 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    104,155 miles
    Test number
    632599284466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail104,152 miles (+4,233)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,152 miles
    Test number
    119032980438
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f , n/s/f and o/s/r brake disc poor condition

  19. Pass99,919 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    99,919 miles
    Test number
    257658105087
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteRear brake pads 75% worn
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

  20. Fail99,919 miles (+9,699)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,919 miles
    Test number
    189188405455
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteRear brake pads 75% worn
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

  21. Pass90,220 miles (+5,897)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    90,220 miles
    Test number
    386643504007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,323 miles (+3,988)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    84,323 miles
    Test number
    477825613072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass80,335 miles (+5,619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    80,335 miles
    Test number
    208805871153
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  24. Pass74,716 miles (+4,356)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    74,716 miles
    Test number
    230685960102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass70,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    70,360 miles
    Test number
    253902089194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail70,360 miles (+4,766)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,360 miles
    Test number
    244472989159
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass65,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    65,594 miles
    Test number
    414702478100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail65,584 miles (+5,892)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,584 miles
    Test number
    564222078150
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass59,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    59,692 miles
    Test number
    863769177105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail59,692 miles (+6,311)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,692 miles
    Test number
    590488577144
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront diff, propshaft oil seal leaking

  31. Pass53,381 miles (+6,608)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    53,381 miles
    Test number
    510011776134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass46,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    46,773 miles
    Test number
    554048875174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T712 TBA

Does T712 TBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T712 TBA is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T712 TBA?
The MOT on T712 TBA is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T712 TBA done?
T712 TBA was recorded at 146,181 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 4,796 miles a year.
Has T712 TBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T712 TBA has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T712 TBA 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 T712 TBA find?
T712 TBA passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 1 more.

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