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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T778 BDNMOT history

T778 BDN is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 23 of 27 MOT tests, with 74,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
74,715 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
23 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T778 BDN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T778 BDN was last recorded at 74,715 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 163 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,552 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
163 miles
Average per year
1,966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,715 miles
  • 2025 – 74,552 miles
  • 2024 – 74,150 miles
  • 2023 – 73,820 miles
  • 2022 – 73,640 miles
  • 2021 – 70,737 miles
  • 2020 – 69,083 miles
  • 2019 – 66,329 miles
  • 2018 – 66,320 miles
  • 2017 – 63,476 miles
  • 2016 – 57,654 miles
  • 2015 – 54,834 miles
  • 2014 – 51,897 miles
  • 2013 – 49,370 miles
  • 2012 – 47,239 miles
  • 2011 – 44,436 miles
  • 2010 – 42,335 miles
  • 2009 – 40,604 miles
  • 2008 – 38,618 miles
  • 2007 – 36,372 miles
  • 2006 – 34,322 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,715 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub flange cap leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced A frame cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily under sealed

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 Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Transfer box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,715 miles (+163)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    74,715 miles
    Test number
    923628545059
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub flange cap leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced A frame cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily under sealed

  2. Pass74,552 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    74,552 miles
    Test number
    964628975541
    • AdvisoryNearside Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail74,551 miles (+401)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,551 miles
    Test number
    118535455517
    • MajorSteering component deformed Track bar bent (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass74,150 miles (+330)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    74,150 miles
    Test number
    785364083361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Footwell, surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Footwell, surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass73,820 miles (+180)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    73,820 miles
    Test number
    960133035341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake on light not working

  6. Pass73,640 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    73,640 miles
    Test number
    340459618743
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail73,640 miles (+2,903)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,640 miles
    Test number
    646081768237
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Arm to axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass70,737 miles (+1,654)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    70,737 miles
    Test number
    342658749198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,083 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    69,083 miles
    Test number
    855334848576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail69,082 miles (+2,753)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,082 miles
    Test number
    467034171371
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass66,329 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    66,329 miles
    Test number
    383164830857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,320 miles (+2,844)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    66,320 miles
    Test number
    433997105935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,476 miles (+197)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    63,476 miles
    Test number
    503217222299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,279 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    63,279 miles
    Test number
    400616708110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail63,277 miles (+1,085)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,277 miles
    Test number
    749364261178
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  16. Pass62,192 miles (+4,538)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    62,192 miles
    Test number
    140642884825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,654 miles (+2,820)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    57,654 miles
    Test number
    272283906849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,834 miles (+2,937)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    54,834 miles
    Test number
    397888445008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,897 miles (+2,527)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    51,897 miles
    Test number
    579053044009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,370 miles (+2,131)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    49,370 miles
    Test number
    498201553072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,239 miles (+2,803)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    47,239 miles
    Test number
    415913952034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,436 miles (+2,101)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    44,436 miles
    Test number
    828255241027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,335 miles (+1,731)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    42,335 miles
    Test number
    140569540493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,604 miles (+1,986)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    40,604 miles
    Test number
    300045659088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,618 miles (+2,246)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    38,618 miles
    Test number
    883511358093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,372 miles (+2,050)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    36,372 miles
    Test number
    120293757451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass34,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    34,322 miles
    Test number
    141263656037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T778 BDN

Does T778 BDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T778 BDN is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T778 BDN?
The MOT on T778 BDN is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T778 BDN done?
T778 BDN was recorded at 74,715 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 1,966 miles a year.
Has T778 BDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T778 BDN has failed 4 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T778 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 T778 BDN find?
T778 BDN passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported; nearside rear fluid leak, but not excessive hub flange cap leaking; nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced a frame cross member, and 1 more.

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