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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T776 BDNMOT history

T776 BDN is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 136,187 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jun 2027
Mileage
136,187 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,875 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T776 BDN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T776 BDN was last recorded at 136,187 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,186 miles · 9 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,875 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,187 miles
  • 2025 – 134,624 miles
  • 2024 – 132,921 miles
  • 2023 – 131,023 miles
  • 2022 – 129,131 miles
  • 2021 – 127,077 miles
  • 2020 – 124,369 miles
  • 2019 – 121,474 miles
  • 2018 – 117,845 miles
  • 2017 – 116,164 miles
  • 2016 – 103,211 miles
  • 2014 – 100,458 miles
  • 2013 – 95,886 miles
  • 2012 – 92,578 miles
  • 2011 – 86,103 miles
  • 2010 – 82,293 miles
  • 2009 – 74,647 miles
  • 2008 – 70,482 miles
  • 2007 – 63,136 miles
  • 2006 – 57,601 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,187 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront both tyres becoming stepped inner edgesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018

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 Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Fuel system component leaking

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Central Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,187 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    136,187 miles
    Test number
    842181435561
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres becoming stepped inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail136,186 miles (+1,562)4 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,186 miles
    Test number
    705620516149
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible dipped beam led's (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible main beam led's (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres becoming stepped inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,624 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    134,624 miles
    Test number
    219696756319
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Cross member (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail134,622 miles (+1,701)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,622 miles
    Test number
    962913427311
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Drag link (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Cross member (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass132,921 miles (+29)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    132,921 miles
    Test number
    323348542826
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryA frame corroded

  6. Fail132,892 miles (+1,869)11 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,892 miles
    Test number
    620966210585
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn hockey stick bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drag link arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn hockey stick bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryA frame corroded

  7. Pass131,023 miles (+1,892)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    131,023 miles
    Test number
    933354751839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass129,131 miles (+2,054)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    129,131 miles
    Test number
    988500769301
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass127,077 miles (+2,708)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    127,077 miles
    Test number
    855078863899
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass124,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    124,369 miles
    Test number
    605343873269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail124,369 miles (+2,895)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,369 miles
    Test number
    231654052925
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  12. Pass121,474 miles (+3,629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    121,474 miles
    Test number
    490445126919
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass117,845 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    117,845 miles
    Test number
    445637223783
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail117,840 miles (+1,676)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,840 miles
    Test number
    283733082277
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle brake hose (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle brake hose (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working when side light is on (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass116,164 miles (+44)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    116,164 miles
    Test number
    801278353252
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  16. Fail116,120 miles (+130)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,120 miles
    Test number
    121752035105
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking Front to rear (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour x2 (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureStop lamp emits other than a steady red light x2 (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  17. Fail115,990 miles (+12,779)13 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,990 miles
    Test number
    254152574881
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded flexi to calipers (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear axel bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryRear light lenses going white around the edges
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  18. Pass103,211 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    103,211 miles
    Test number
    185561131904
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail103,211 miles (+2,753)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,211 miles
    Test number
    383381951337
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail100,458 miles (+89)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,458 miles
    Test number
    945622634319
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteSteering drop arm ball joint gater split

  21. Pass100,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    100,369 miles
    Test number
    697362274271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail100,369 miles (+4,483)4 failures2 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,369 miles
    Test number
    216672274298
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust is corroded
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs are corroded and worn
    • NoteFront brake pads are worn low
    • NoteFront tyres are starting to perish
    • NoteRear shock absorber bushes are worn
    • NoteWear in the drag link ends

  23. Pass95,886 miles (+3,308)7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    95,886 miles
    Test number
    816346663269
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExcessive oil leak
    • NoteExhaust sections are corroded
    • NoteO/s front brake is slower to operate
    • NoteO/s rear tyre outer side wall is cut in various places

  24. Pass92,578 miles (+6,475)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    92,578 miles
    Test number
    898588562210
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion starting rear crossmember

  25. Pass86,103 miles (+1,705)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    86,103 miles
    Test number
    318372571472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Pass84,398 miles (+2,105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    84,398 miles
    Test number
    655948011106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass82,293 miles (+7,646)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    82,293 miles
    Test number
    404293210113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass74,647 miles (+4,165)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    74,647 miles
    Test number
    630664409196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass70,482 miles (+7,346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    70,482 miles
    Test number
    174651198484
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass63,136 miles (+5,535)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    63,136 miles
    Test number
    144569277010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass57,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    57,601 miles
    Test number
    951370166099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T776 BDN

Does T776 BDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T776 BDN is valid until 27 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T776 BDN?
The MOT on T776 BDN is valid until 27 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T776 BDN done?
T776 BDN was recorded at 136,187 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 3,875 miles a year.
Has T776 BDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T776 BDN has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T776 BDN 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 T776 BDN find?
T776 BDN passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe; front both tyres becoming stepped inner edges; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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