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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T747 TCFMOT history

T747 TCF is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 132,181 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
132,181 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,205 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T747 TCF
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
24 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T747 TCF was last recorded at 132,181 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,180 miles · 25 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,205 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,181 miles
  • 2025 – 132,180 miles
  • 2024 – 132,102 miles
  • 2023 – 130,989 miles
  • 2022 – 129,951 miles
  • 2021 – 129,504 miles
  • 2019 – 128,853 miles
  • 2018 – 128,245 miles
  • 2017 – 126,663 miles
  • 2016 – 124,644 miles
  • 2014 – 123,354 miles
  • 2013 – 120,725 miles
  • 2012 – 117,731 miles
  • 2011 – 110,394 miles
  • 2010 – 102,586 miles
  • 2009 – 94,845 miles
  • 2008 – 86,189 miles
  • 2007 – 76,714 miles
  • 2006 – 68,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,181 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box mount rear welds broken
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront shock cones corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front hub slight seepage
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Central Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front shocker cones corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,181 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    132,181 miles
    Test number
    939791787633
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box mount rear welds broken
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront shock cones corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub slight seepage
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail132,180 miles (+78)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,180 miles
    Test number
    336720202917
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust pipe mount weld broken
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded aLL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront shock cones corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centraL rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass132,102 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    132,102 miles
    Test number
    622652039865
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront shocker cones corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail132,102 miles (+1,113)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,102 miles
    Test number
    135058352352
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront shocker cones corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass130,989 miles (+16)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    130,989 miles
    Test number
    536362052086
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront shocker cones corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage and box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail130,973 miles (+1,022)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,973 miles
    Test number
    881857731484
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront shocker cones corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage and box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass129,951 miles (+447)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    129,951 miles
    Test number
    596854716830
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake 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 shocker cone (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass129,504 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    129,504 miles
    Test number
    363915230071
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shocker cone mount corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail129,504 miles (+651)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,504 miles
    Test number
    971772947786
    • MajorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shocker cone mount corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass128,853 miles (+608)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    128,853 miles
    Test number
    410754375165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass128,245 miles (+1,582)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    128,245 miles
    Test number
    723721518004
    • AdvisoryCentral cross member slightly corrorded
    • AdvisoryFront Propshaft universal joint worn
    • AdvisoryFront reg plate damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt A frame (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  12. Pass126,663 miles (+2,019)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    126,663 miles
    Test number
    277433372071
    • AdvisoryCentral cross member starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryFront reg plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt A frame (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  13. Pass124,644 miles (+1,290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    124,644 miles
    Test number
    391309136872
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  14. Pass123,354 miles (+2,629)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    123,354 miles
    Test number
    299993624254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s centre out rigger slight corrosion

  15. Fail120,725 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,725 miles
    Test number
    489920423256
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteVarious areas to rear chassis slight corrossion

  16. Pass120,725 miles (+2,994)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    120,725 miles
    Test number
    915790323285
    • NoteVarious areas to rear chassis slight corrossion

  17. Pass117,731 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    117,731 miles
    Test number
    376324022201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail117,730 miles (+7,336)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,730 miles
    Test number
    939891222230
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Pass110,394 miles (+7,808)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    110,394 miles
    Test number
    148341021257
    • NoteFront axel tie rod bushes worn
    • NoteFront steering shock absorber bush worn
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  20. Pass102,586 miles (+7,741)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    102,586 miles
    Test number
    930975300251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass94,845 miles (+8,656)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    94,845 miles
    Test number
    282727819291
    • NoteRear brake pads low
    • NoteSlight play in nearside rear wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight play in steering drop arm ball joint

  22. Pass86,189 miles (+9,475)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    86,189 miles
    Test number
    532378008253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass76,714 miles (+8,381)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    76,714 miles
    Test number
    660389617284
    • NoteNearside rear seat belt webbing fluffed
    • NoteOffside front seat belt webbing fluffed
    • NoteRear brake pads becoming low
    • NoteRear trailing arm bushes weak
    • NoteSlight play in rear top shock absorber bushes and lower
    • NoteStone chip in windscreen

  24. Pass68,333 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    68,333 miles
    Test number
    382929916269
    • NoteChip in windscreen zone a
    • NoteFront and rear discs worn
    • NoteFront/ rear tie rod bushes worn
    • NoteRear tie rod bushes worn
    • NoteSteering drop arm ball joint slight play

Questions about T747 TCF

Does T747 TCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T747 TCF is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T747 TCF?
The MOT on T747 TCF is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T747 TCF done?
T747 TCF was recorded at 132,181 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 3,205 miles a year.
Has T747 TCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T747 TCF has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T747 TCF 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 T747 TCF find?
T747 TCF passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 9 advisories: central exhaust box mount rear welds broken; coil spring corroded all; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides, and 6 more.

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