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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

T77 LKTMOT history

T77 LKT is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 126,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
126,841 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,628 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T77 LKT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T77 LKT was last recorded at 126,841 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,839 miles · 13 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,628 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,841 miles
  • 2025 – 122,788 miles
  • 2024 – 116,699 miles
  • 2023 – 112,098 miles
  • 2022 – 111,494 miles
  • 2021 – 110,949 miles
  • 2020 – 110,268 miles
  • 2019 – 108,860 miles
  • 2018 – 108,806 miles
  • 2017 – 106,764 miles
  • 2016 – 102,714 miles
  • 2015 – 95,778 miles
  • 2014 – 90,636 miles
  • 2013 – 87,092 miles
  • 2012 – 83,358 miles
  • 2011 – 79,148 miles
  • 2010 – 75,413 miles
  • 2007 – 64,323 miles
  • 2006 – 59,249 miles
  • 2005 – 53,205 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,841 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront steering box drop arm - ball joint dust cover deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

34 tests since 29 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,841 miles (+2)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    126,841 miles
    Test number
    265093854831
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront steering box drop arm - ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  2. Fail126,839 miles (+4,051)8 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,839 miles
    Test number
    594966571664
    • MajorFront Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront steering box drop arm - ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  3. Pass122,788 miles (+4)2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    122,788 miles
    Test number
    691546090952
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play front prop - rear joint (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box drop arm - ball joint dust cover deteriorated

  4. Fail122,784 miles (+6,085)1 dangerous9 major2 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,784 miles
    Test number
    623394627293
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front inner D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front prop - rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box drop arm - ball joint dust cover deteriorated

  5. Pass116,699 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    116,699 miles
    Test number
    262074035861
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail116,686 miles (+16)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,686 miles
    Test number
    711350251223
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail116,670 miles (+4,572)1 dangerous9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,670 miles
    Test number
    623658334525
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play swivel (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play swivel (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass112,098 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,098 miles
    Test number
    995719935926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged seat belt stork cover damaged. (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Fail112,095 miles (+601)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,095 miles
    Test number
    503314200114
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorBrake lever not releasing correctly parking brake warning light . (1.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged seat belt stork damaged. (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  10. Pass111,494 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    111,494 miles
    Test number
    444349679248
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail111,493 miles (+544)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,493 miles
    Test number
    729167531542
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass110,949 miles (+681)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    110,949 miles
    Test number
    189290785472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt buckle cover damaged
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection

  13. Pass110,268 miles (+1,408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    110,268 miles
    Test number
    102942112206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sphricall ball slight leak oil

  14. Pass108,860 miles (+54)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    108,860 miles
    Test number
    441536170016
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryInner sidewall of O/S/R tyre cracked and perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail108,806 miles (+2,042)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,806 miles
    Test number
    482602863766
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected by tie bar support (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached by towbar support bar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (ii))

  16. Pass106,764 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    106,764 miles
    Test number
    307767031116
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both o/s n/s rears (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail106,764 miles (+4,050)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,764 miles
    Test number
    519293856989
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working new bulb (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both o/s n/s rears (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass102,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    102,714 miles
    Test number
    626406962856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail102,714 miles (+1,417)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,714 miles
    Test number
    236569490754
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low adjusted (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low adjusted (1.8)

  20. Pass101,297 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    101,297 miles
    Test number
    770933604681
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail101,297 miles (+5,519)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,297 miles
    Test number
    540030012568
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass95,778 miles (+5,142)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    95,778 miles
    Test number
    666519345153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass90,636 miles (+3,544)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    90,636 miles
    Test number
    386803354194
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  24. Pass87,092 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    87,092 miles
    Test number
    869512553103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail87,087 miles (+3,729)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,087 miles
    Test number
    237901653114
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  26. Pass83,358 miles (+4,210)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    83,358 miles
    Test number
    945062052175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass79,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    79,148 miles
    Test number
    999598941102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail79,148 miles (+3,735)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,148 miles
    Test number
    846608441173
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass75,413 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    75,413 miles
    Test number
    783913850158
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  30. Fail75,413 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,413 miles
    Test number
    371912850109
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  31. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    822960659124
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  32. Pass64,323 miles (+5,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    64,323 miles
    Test number
    411502247471
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  33. Pass59,249 miles (+6,044)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    59,249 miles
    Test number
    811992436335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass53,205 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    53,205 miles
    Test number
    814293735314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about T77 LKT

Does T77 LKT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T77 LKT is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T77 LKT?
The MOT on T77 LKT is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T77 LKT done?
T77 LKT was recorded at 126,841 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 3,628 miles a year.
Has T77 LKT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T77 LKT has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T77 LKT 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 T77 LKT find?
T77 LKT passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; coolant leak; front steering box drop arm - ball joint dust cover deteriorated, and 8 more.

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