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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T781 BGDMOT history

T781 BGD is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2026 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 224,283 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2026
Mileage
224,283 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2025
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T781 BGD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2026
Latest MOT test
23 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T781 BGD was last recorded at 224,283 miles on 23 May 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Jan 2019: 217,759 miles, lower than 222,793 miles on 9 Dec 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
224,283 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 224,283 miles
  • 2024 – 222,341 miles
  • 2021 – 222,336 miles
  • 2020 – 218,281 miles
  • 2019 – 217,759 miles
  • 2017 – 222,793 miles
  • 2016 – 212,689 miles
  • 2014 – 209,029 miles
  • 2013 – 203,081 miles
  • 2012 – 199,899 miles
  • 2011 – 192,295 miles
  • 2010 – 184,161 miles
  • 2009 – 172,969 miles
  • 2007 – 159,023 miles
  • 2006 – 143,734 miles
  • 2005 – 128,041 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass224,283 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Thick coat of underseal applied

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass224,283 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    224,283 miles
    Test number
    964963710144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail224,283 miles (+1,942)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,283 miles
    Test number
    221201974163
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced outrigger not fully welded (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced outrigger not fully welded (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass222,341 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    222,341 miles
    Test number
    573089763394
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail222,336 miles (+4,055)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,336 miles
    Test number
    848729182298
    • DangerousFront Prop shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering mid chassie (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassie (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced mid chassie (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass218,281 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    218,281 miles
    Test number
    428164895294
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Osr and both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cross-member leaking grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail218,281 miles (+522)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,281 miles
    Test number
    854638288334
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Osr and both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cross-member leaking grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass217,759 miles (-5,034)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    217,759 miles
    Test number
    624388566804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass222,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    222,793 miles
    Test number
    360321419386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail222,793 miles (+1,193)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,793 miles
    Test number
    403515891329
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  10. Pass221,600 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    221,600 miles
    Test number
    650547533400
    • AdvisoryUnderside coated in underseal not allowing full ispection of some parts

  11. Fail221,600 miles (+8,911)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,600 miles
    Test number
    379845132048
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnderside coated in underseal not allowing full ispection of some parts

  12. Pass212,689 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    212,689 miles
    Test number
    350268206233
    • AdvisoryThick coat of underseal applied

  13. Fail212,689 miles (+3,660)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,689 miles
    Test number
    377437399431
    • FailureNearside Front Front drive shaft bent (2.5.C.2a)
    • AdvisoryThick coat of underseal applied

  14. Pass209,029 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    209,029 miles
    Test number
    246223754391
    • NoteAdvise damage to offside rear tyre sidwall

  15. Fail209,029 miles (+5,948)1 dangerous15 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,029 miles
    Test number
    495174744450
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHorn control insecure (1.6.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise damage to offside rear tyre sidwall

  16. Pass203,081 miles (+3,182)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    203,081 miles
    Test number
    476990723346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass199,899 miles (+7,604)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    199,899 miles
    Test number
    477630622447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass192,295 miles (+1,402)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    192,295 miles
    Test number
    259972221364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass190,893 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    190,893 miles
    Test number
    969966291038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail190,893 miles (+6,732)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,893 miles
    Test number
    165324291090
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  21. Pass184,161 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    184,161 miles
    Test number
    370920220153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside seatbelt stalk relase button cracked

  22. Fail184,161 miles (+11,192)6 failures9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,161 miles
    Test number
    432438210153
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteFuel cap damaged but still maintaining sealing arrangement
    • NoteNearside seatbelt stalk relase button cracked

  23. Pass172,969 miles12 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    172,969 miles
    Test number
    243916019058
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front hub seal slight leak

  24. Fail172,969 miles (+13,946)3 repaired12 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,969 miles
    Test number
    392666319041
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front hub seal slight leak

  25. Pass159,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    159,023 miles
    Test number
    252729287291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail159,023 miles (+15,289)7 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,023 miles
    Test number
    503188087273
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteAdvise n/s/f sphere leaking oil
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f hub leaking oil
    • NoteAdvise rear brakes req attention
    • NoteAdvise wiper fault

  27. Pass143,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    143,734 miles
    Test number
    322111396499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail143,734 miles (+15,693)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,734 miles
    Test number
    310860396455
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass128,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    128,041 miles
    Test number
    734936985235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail128,041 miles1 dangerous8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,041 miles
    Test number
    353715285232
    • DangerousCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T781 BGD

Does T781 BGD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T781 BGD expired on 22 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T781 BGD?
The MOT on T781 BGD expired on 22 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T781 BGD done?
T781 BGD was recorded at 224,283 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2025, an average of 4,907 miles a year.
Has T781 BGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T781 BGD has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T781 BGD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Jan 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T781 BGD find?
T781 BGD passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside front coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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