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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T71 STAMOT history

T71 STA is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 148,449 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
148,449 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T71 STA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T71 STA was last recorded at 148,449 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 1,468 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,981 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,468 miles
Average per year
4,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,449 miles
  • 2025 – 146,981 miles
  • 2024 – 144,727 miles
  • 2023 – 143,035 miles
  • 2022 – 140,466 miles
  • 2021 – 137,991 miles
  • 2020 – 135,529 miles
  • 2019 – 132,866 miles
  • 2018 – 129,010 miles
  • 2017 – 124,662 miles
  • 2016 – 118,726 miles
  • 2015 – 112,901 miles
  • 2014 – 106,238 miles
  • 2013 – 99,814 miles
  • 2012 – 93,026 miles
  • 2011 – 86,786 miles
  • 2010 – 79,678 miles
  • 2008 – 70,019 miles
  • 2007 – 63,614 miles
  • 2006 – 56,994 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,449 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear reverse bulb

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Under body corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,449 miles (+1,468)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    148,449 miles
    Test number
    815498530649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass146,981 miles (+2,254)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    146,981 miles
    Test number
    629095175174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside chassis corroded

  3. Pass144,727 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    144,727 miles
    Test number
    600206393764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear reverse bulb
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  4. Fail144,726 miles (+1,691)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,726 miles
    Test number
    783769725378
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear ball joint to the rear axel (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear reverse bulb
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  5. Pass143,035 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    143,035 miles
    Test number
    182846723740
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt and slight play in ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  6. Fail143,035 miles (+2,569)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,035 miles
    Test number
    842899322490
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt and slight play in ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  7. Pass140,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    140,466 miles
    Test number
    864234204939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail140,466 miles (+2,475)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,466 miles
    Test number
    339971017516
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass137,991 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    137,991 miles
    Test number
    729533849578
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail137,991 miles (+2,462)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,991 miles
    Test number
    207437876879
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass135,529 miles (+2,663)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    135,529 miles
    Test number
    981839777456
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight split on n/s/f wiper blade
    • AdvisoryTail box to center box exhaust flange corroding

  12. Pass132,866 miles (+123)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    132,866 miles
    Test number
    460643543476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail132,743 miles (+3,733)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,743 miles
    Test number
    431852684348
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass129,010 miles (+116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    129,010 miles
    Test number
    483183962682
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail128,894 miles (+4,232)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,894 miles
    Test number
    411463031856
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm/drag link (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass124,662 miles (+87)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    124,662 miles
    Test number
    478174517590
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail124,575 miles (+5,849)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,575 miles
    Test number
    903121904250
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shocker mount (turret) (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass118,726 miles (+5,825)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    118,726 miles
    Test number
    789382137941
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass112,901 miles (+6,663)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    112,901 miles
    Test number
    937612845012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass106,238 miles (+6,424)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    106,238 miles
    Test number
    609258644080
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/r bump stop missing

  21. Pass99,814 miles (+6,788)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    99,814 miles
    Test number
    905214743045
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass93,026 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    93,026 miles
    Test number
    997473922071
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn

  23. Fail93,021 miles (+6,235)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,021 miles
    Test number
    275143522076
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn

  24. Pass86,786 miles (+7,108)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    86,786 miles
    Test number
    396625641099
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDrop arm ball joint gaitor split

  25. Fail79,678 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,678 miles
    Test number
    773449740090
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

  26. Pass79,678 miles (+9,659)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    79,678 miles
    Test number
    781399240049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass70,019 miles (+6,405)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    70,019 miles
    Test number
    782379658218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre sidewalls perished

  28. Pass63,614 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    63,614 miles
    Test number
    361161567462
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Fail63,614 miles (+6,620)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,614 miles
    Test number
    111641467274
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass56,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    56,994 miles
    Test number
    483754856291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail56,994 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,994 miles
    Test number
    374394456418
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about T71 STA

Does T71 STA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T71 STA is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T71 STA?
The MOT on T71 STA is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T71 STA done?
T71 STA was recorded at 148,449 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 4,710 miles a year.
Has T71 STA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T71 STA has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T71 STA 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 T71 STA find?
T71 STA passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 12 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 9 more.

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