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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T74 SDXMOT history

T74 SDX is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 76,914 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
76,914 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,541 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T74 SDX
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 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T74 SDX was last recorded at 76,914 miles on 20 Dec 2025, 101 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,813 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
101 miles
Average per year
2,541 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 76,914 miles
  • 2023 – 76,622 miles
  • 2022 – 76,489 miles
  • 2021 – 75,855 miles
  • 2020 – 75,353 miles
  • 2019 – 74,897 miles
  • 2018 – 74,292 miles
  • 2017 – 72,050 miles
  • 2016 – 69,670 miles
  • 2015 – 67,556 miles
  • 2014 – 64,740 miles
  • 2013 – 58,227 miles
  • 2012 – 58,068 miles
  • 2011 – 55,380 miles
  • 2010 – 48,033 miles
  • 2009 – 44,225 miles
  • 2008 – 39,263 miles
  • 2007 – 33,066 miles
  • 2006 – 31,181 miles
  • 2005 – 25,579 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,914 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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 Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed driver side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,914 miles (+101)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    76,914 miles
    Test number
    219864273792
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass76,813 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    76,813 miles
    Test number
    557793252535
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both N/S and O/S front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both N/S and O/S Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail76,812 miles (+190)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,812 miles
    Test number
    138196100830
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt on box arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass76,622 miles (+133)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    76,622 miles
    Test number
    678134683415
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported On rear axle (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass76,489 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    76,489 miles
    Test number
    443968729518
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail76,487 miles (+632)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,487 miles
    Test number
    776532877055
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass75,855 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    75,855 miles
    Test number
    418629694663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed driver side (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail75,854 miles (+501)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,854 miles
    Test number
    212547954274
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed driver side (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass75,353 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    75,353 miles
    Test number
    657273813752
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion on underside of veh

  10. Fail75,343 miles (+446)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,343 miles
    Test number
    476732127559
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Crossmember (chalked) (2.1.2 (e) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Crossmember (chalked) (2.1.2 (e) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (chalked) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion on underside of veh

  11. Pass74,897 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,897 miles
    Test number
    148927701094
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail74,897 miles (+605)1 dangerous1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,897 miles
    Test number
    405696465249
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass74,292 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    74,292 miles
    Test number
    744060676349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail74,286 miles (+2,236)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,286 miles
    Test number
    468645069389
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  15. Pass72,050 miles (+2,380)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    72,050 miles
    Test number
    557561205994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,670 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    69,670 miles
    Test number
    694550790922
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail69,667 miles (+2,111)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,667 miles
    Test number
    950732458443
    • FailureRear Trailing arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass67,556 miles (+2,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    67,556 miles
    Test number
    703322731127
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror cracked

  19. Pass64,740 miles (+6,513)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    64,740 miles
    Test number
    487191124386
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass58,227 miles (+159)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    58,227 miles
    Test number
    809104923325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,068 miles (+2,688)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    58,068 miles
    Test number
    328782982287
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass55,380 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    55,380 miles
    Test number
    309388571479
    • NoteInner edges of rear brake discs rusted,
    • NoteN/s of rear cross member rusted

  23. Fail55,380 miles (+7,347)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,380 miles
    Test number
    547948271252
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteInner edges of rear brake discs rusted,
    • NoteN/s of rear cross member rusted

  24. Pass48,033 miles (+3,808)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    48,033 miles
    Test number
    303864270256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/F swivel oily

  25. Pass44,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    44,225 miles
    Test number
    394064779498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail44,225 miles (+4,962)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,225 miles
    Test number
    612343379208
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMounting bush on seering damper loose

  27. Pass39,263 miles (+6,197)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    39,263 miles
    Test number
    551419868281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass33,066 miles (+1,885)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    33,066 miles
    Test number
    361042367204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass31,181 miles (+5,602)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    31,181 miles
    Test number
    102316986222
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass25,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    25,579 miles
    Test number
    393669275495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T74 SDX

Does T74 SDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T74 SDX is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T74 SDX?
The MOT on T74 SDX is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T74 SDX done?
T74 SDX was recorded at 76,914 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2025, an average of 2,541 miles a year.
Has T74 SDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T74 SDX has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T74 SDX 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 T74 SDX find?
T74 SDX passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe.

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