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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T740 BFEMOT history

T740 BFE is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 109,080 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
109,080 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T740 BFE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T740 BFE was last recorded at 109,080 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Aug 2017: 89,578 miles, lower than 89,592 miles on 9 Aug 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
109,080 miles · 11 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,080 miles
  • 2025 – 107,900 miles
  • 2024 – 106,408 miles
  • 2023 – 104,666 miles
  • 2022 – 102,432 miles
  • 2021 – 100,903 miles
  • 2020 – 99,052 miles
  • 2019 – 96,446 miles
  • 2018 – 92,954 miles
  • 2017 – 89,578 miles
  • 2016 – 86,101 miles
  • 2015 – 82,663 miles
  • 2014 – 79,243 miles
  • 2013 – 75,289 miles
  • 2012 – 71,214 miles
  • 2011 – 66,385 miles
  • 2010 – 61,496 miles
  • 2009 – 56,818 miles
  • 2008 – 52,833 miles
  • 2007 – 48,931 miles
  • 2006 – 45,859 miles
  • 2005 – 42,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,080 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

34 tests since 28 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,080 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    109,080 miles
    Test number
    363728428519
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail109,080 miles (+1,180)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,080 miles
    Test number
    684258505603
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bushes worn

  3. Pass107,900 miles (+1,492)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    107,900 miles
    Test number
    800003761522
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass106,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    106,408 miles
    Test number
    911769156131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail106,408 miles (+1,742)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,408 miles
    Test number
    834886242159
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass104,666 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    104,666 miles
    Test number
    349189368524
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pump area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering damper offside bush is worn

  7. Fail104,666 miles (+2,234)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,666 miles
    Test number
    980157830746
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pump area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering damper offside bush is worn

  8. Pass102,432 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    102,432 miles
    Test number
    682928950609
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail102,432 miles (+1,529)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,432 miles
    Test number
    250053714751
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass100,903 miles (+1,851)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    100,903 miles
    Test number
    327167030494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm bushes on axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass99,052 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    99,052 miles
    Test number
    643354715367
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront steering damper bush worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail99,051 miles (+2,605)3 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,051 miles
    Test number
    507724419500
    • DangerousCentral Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged Both (5.2.3 (j))

  13. Pass96,446 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,446 miles
    Test number
    417528327050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  14. Fail96,443 miles (+3,489)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,443 miles
    Test number
    955501478084
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  15. Pass92,954 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    92,954 miles
    Test number
    761157726138
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  16. Fail92,954 miles (+3,376)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,954 miles
    Test number
    407154417430
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  17. Pass89,578 miles (-14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    89,578 miles
    Test number
    300602454501
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  18. Fail89,592 miles (+3,491)1 dangerous4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,592 miles
    Test number
    165502215906
    • DangerousFront Propshaft universal joint worn
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  19. Pass86,101 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    86,101 miles
    Test number
    809137713557
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft-front U.J has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexihose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Fail86,098 miles (+3,435)6 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,098 miles
    Test number
    683758288234
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush radius arm bushes to axle (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush radius arm bushes to axle (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear chassis crossmember (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft-front U.J has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexihose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass82,663 miles (+3,420)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    82,663 miles
    Test number
    447814558125
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides, (2.7.4)

  22. Pass79,243 miles (+3,954)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    79,243 miles
    Test number
    346059054219
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has a cut in the sidewall but does not show any ply or cord
    • NoteThe steering box output shaft has slight play

  23. Pass75,289 miles (+4,075)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    75,289 miles
    Test number
    205640763223
    • AdvisoryFront Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly damaged
    • NoteSteering damper bush slightly deteriorated

  24. Pass71,214 miles (+4,829)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    71,214 miles
    Test number
    899970342315
    • AdvisoryFront Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass66,385 miles (+100)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    66,385 miles
    Test number
    288759741302
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOffside steering damper bush slight play

  26. Fail66,285 miles (+4,789)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,285 miles
    Test number
    487571941497
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOffside steering damper bush slight play
    • NoteRear of front prop shaft universal joint slight play

  27. Fail61,496 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,496 miles
    Test number
    672852140366
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass61,496 miles (+4,678)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    61,496 miles
    Test number
    784712440373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass56,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    56,818 miles
    Test number
    240142429327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail56,810 miles (+3,977)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,810 miles
    Test number
    702462129360
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  31. Pass52,833 miles (+3,902)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    52,833 miles
    Test number
    840144248380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass48,931 miles (+3,072)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    48,931 miles
    Test number
    941350337355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass45,859 miles (+3,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    45,859 miles
    Test number
    401783236321
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass42,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    42,769 miles
    Test number
    712842035341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T740 BFE

Does T740 BFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T740 BFE is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T740 BFE?
The MOT on T740 BFE is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T740 BFE done?
T740 BFE was recorded at 109,080 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 3,201 miles a year.
Has T740 BFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T740 BFE has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T740 BFE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Aug 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T740 BFE find?
T740 BFE passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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