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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T76 LLSMOT history

T76 LLS is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 231,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
231,339 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T76 LLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T76 LLS was last recorded at 231,339 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 5,353 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
225,986 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,353 miles
Average per year
6,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 231,339 miles
  • 2024 – 225,986 miles
  • 2023 – 221,708 miles
  • 2022 – 220,390 miles
  • 2021 – 219,258 miles
  • 2020 – 218,310 miles
  • 2019 – 217,632 miles
  • 2018 – 215,462 miles
  • 2017 – 212,870 miles
  • 2016 – 211,592 miles
  • 2015 – 209,845 miles
  • 2014 – 206,711 miles
  • 2012 – 192,226 miles
  • 2011 – 173,845 miles
  • 2010 – 157,196 miles
  • 2009 – 141,499 miles
  • 2007 – 120,433 miles
  • 2006 – 110,764 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass231,339 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 6 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.

  • Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass231,339 miles (+5,353)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    231,339 miles
    Test number
    860015955106
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass225,986 miles (+4,278)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    225,986 miles
    Test number
    674753305402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass221,708 miles (+1,318)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    221,708 miles
    Test number
    800421517071
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear axle brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 Caliper brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear mud flaps loose
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on rear chassis

  4. Pass220,390 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    220,390 miles
    Test number
    410740174082
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail220,386 miles (+1,128)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,386 miles
    Test number
    705882387031
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass219,258 miles (+47)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    219,258 miles
    Test number
    586065421269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail219,211 miles (+901)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,211 miles
    Test number
    963820242529
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass218,310 miles (+678)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    218,310 miles
    Test number
    169659182939
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from various points of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from nearside front hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass217,632 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    217,632 miles
    Test number
    935521856806
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive front axle differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox & transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front axle radius arm (hockey stick) bushes slightly worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel housing seal securing plate broken.

  10. Fail217,631 miles (+2,169)1 dangerous2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,631 miles
    Test number
    181265190256
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Fuel system component leaking offside rear of engine above starter motor. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper blade loose on arm. (plastic clip loose) (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive front axle differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox & transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front axle radius arm (hockey stick) bushes slightly worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel housing seal securing plate broken.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass215,462 miles (+46)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    215,462 miles
    Test number
    355013663486
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Hockey stick bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Hockey stick bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail215,416 miles1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,416 miles
    Test number
    961504821927
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front axle radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front axle radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail215,416 miles (+2,546)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,416 miles
    Test number
    533262658822
    • DangerousOffside Front Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety Fuel filter leaking (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front axle radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front axle radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass212,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    212,870 miles
    Test number
    505535130685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail212,870 miles (+173)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,870 miles
    Test number
    955571163345
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings by back chassis body mounting corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis holed on back cross member (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass212,697 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    212,697 miles
    Test number
    913496365794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush slight play in hockey stick bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush slight play in hockey stick bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component slight leak from steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tow bar ball hitch removed post test. adviced excessive corrosion near tow bar mounting points

  17. Fail212,697 miles (+1,105)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,697 miles
    Test number
    274024594122
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush slight play in hockey stick bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush slight play in hockey stick bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component slight leak from steering box (2.3.3b)

  18. Pass211,592 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    211,592 miles
    Test number
    258973143725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail211,587 miles (+1,742)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,587 miles
    Test number
    129941530349
    • FailureLower Driver's door hinge insecure (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

  20. Pass209,845 miles (+3,134)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    209,845 miles
    Test number
    557661925154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass206,711 miles (+36)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    206,711 miles
    Test number
    799874194062
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteRear seats in fold away possition not allowing full inspection of adult belt'
    • NoteVechical dirty

  22. Fail206,675 miles (+14,449)1 failure3 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,675 miles
    Test number
    896431194089
    • FailureDrive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteRear seats in fold away possition not allowing full inspection of adult belt'
    • NoteVechical dirty

  23. Pass192,226 miles (+18,381)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    192,226 miles
    Test number
    847318522288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFront plate damaged (still readable)

  24. Pass173,845 miles (+16,649)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    173,845 miles
    Test number
    278936181427
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteLong hand brake travel
    • NoteSlight damage to front number plate

  25. Pass157,196 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    157,196 miles
    Test number
    511210610250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail157,193 miles (+15,694)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,193 miles
    Test number
    982619000207
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  27. Pass141,499 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    141,499 miles
    Test number
    170780319224
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Fail141,464 miles (+21,031)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,464 miles
    Test number
    603059909234
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  29. Pass120,433 miles (+9,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    120,433 miles
    Test number
    443220007217
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  30. Pass110,764 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    110,764 miles
    Test number
    800742296103
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split

Questions about T76 LLS

Does T76 LLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T76 LLS is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T76 LLS?
The MOT on T76 LLS is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T76 LLS done?
T76 LLS was recorded at 231,339 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 6,216 miles a year.
Has T76 LLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T76 LLS has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T76 LLS 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 T76 LLS find?
T76 LLS passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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