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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T729 BRVMOT history

T729 BRV is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 60,108 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
60,108 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,160 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T729 BRV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T729 BRV was last recorded at 60,108 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,108 miles · 8 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,160 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,108 miles
  • 2023 – 60,098 miles
  • 2022 – 59,856 miles
  • 2020 – 59,368 miles
  • 2019 – 57,739 miles
  • 2017 – 56,830 miles
  • 2016 – 56,551 miles
  • 2015 – 54,435 miles
  • 2014 – 52,998 miles
  • 2013 – 48,212 miles
  • 2012 – 37,946 miles
  • 2011 – 29,703 miles
  • 2010 – 19,631 miles
  • 2009 – 19,624 miles
  • 2008 – 18,937 miles
  • 2007 – 18,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,108 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened slight play in linkage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,108 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    60,108 miles
    Test number
    143616650619
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail60,108 miles (+10)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,108 miles
    Test number
    364704118493
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass60,098 miles (+12)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    60,098 miles
    Test number
    567107820767
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened slight play in linkage (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  4. Fail60,086 miles (+230)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,086 miles
    Test number
    199691721207
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened slight play in linkage (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  5. Pass59,856 miles (+488)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    59,856 miles
    Test number
    624338735997
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted. under trays fitted.

  6. Pass59,368 miles (+1,629)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    59,368 miles
    Test number
    907593304907
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted. under trays fitted

  7. Pass57,739 miles (+909)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    57,739 miles
    Test number
    892808732906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,830 miles (+279)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    56,830 miles
    Test number
    813959061552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,551 miles (+2,116)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    56,551 miles
    Test number
    341209433603
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted. under tray fitted.

  10. Pass54,435 miles (+8)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    54,435 miles
    Test number
    588716275021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteN/s front brake disc shield missing.
    • NoteRear axle top ball joint dust cover starting to deteriorate.

  11. Fail54,427 miles (+1,429)1 failure5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,427 miles
    Test number
    697088665061
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteN/s front brake disc shield missing.
    • NoteRear axle top ball joint dust cover starting to deteriorate.

  12. Pass52,998 miles (+15)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,998 miles
    Test number
    405603884028
    • NoteSlight movement in rear propshaft rear u/joint.

  13. Fail52,983 miles (+4,771)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,983 miles
    Test number
    409647874067
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteSlight movement in rear propshaft rear u/joint.

  14. Pass48,212 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    48,212 miles
    Test number
    218662453090
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  15. Fail48,205 miles (+10,259)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,205 miles
    Test number
    656863643049
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  16. Pass37,946 miles (+8,243)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,946 miles
    Test number
    495384342017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCoolant level low.
    • NoteN/s wiper blade rubber starting to split.

  17. Fail29,703 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,703 miles
    Test number
    147512961477
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass29,703 miles (+10,072)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,703 miles
    Test number
    377142761095
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass19,631 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    19,631 miles
    Test number
    552718010128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    19,624 miles
    Test number
    483033719176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail19,624 miles (+687)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,624 miles
    Test number
    730283619168
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  22. Pass18,937 miles (+293)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    18,937 miles
    Test number
    232378648175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    18,644 miles
    Test number
    510313597046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T729 BRV

Does T729 BRV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T729 BRV is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T729 BRV?
The MOT on T729 BRV is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T729 BRV done?
T729 BRV was recorded at 60,108 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 2,160 miles a year.
Has T729 BRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T729 BRV has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T729 BRV 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 T729 BRV find?
T729 BRV passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively both.

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