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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T787 BDYMOT history

T787 BDY is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 131,141 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
131,141 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T787 BDY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T787 BDY was last recorded at 131,141 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 1,926 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,215 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,926 miles
Average per year
4,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,141 miles
  • 2025 – 129,215 miles
  • 2024 – 126,710 miles
  • 2023 – 124,837 miles
  • 2022 – 122,149 miles
  • 2021 – 119,317 miles
  • 2020 – 116,307 miles
  • 2019 – 112,991 miles
  • 2018 – 108,633 miles
  • 2017 – 104,524 miles
  • 2016 – 99,300 miles
  • 2015 – 94,591 miles
  • 2014 – 89,144 miles
  • 2013 – 84,225 miles
  • 2012 – 78,965 miles
  • 2011 – 73,181 miles
  • 2010 – 66,736 miles
  • 2009 – 60,363 miles
  • 2008 – 55,187 miles
  • 2007 – 48,712 miles
  • 2006 – 40,904 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,141 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • CLUTCH PEDAL RUBBER MISSING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • FLUID LEAK HAND BRAKE DRUM

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear along o/s/ chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

35 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,141 miles (+1,926)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    131,141 miles
    Test number
    208435990817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass129,215 miles (+2,505)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    129,215 miles
    Test number
    221457944884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass126,710 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    126,710 miles
    Test number
    145506824429
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail126,710 miles (+1,873)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,710 miles
    Test number
    701515567764
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass124,837 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    124,837 miles
    Test number
    727922787968
    • AdvisoryCLUTCH PEDAL RUBBER MISSING

  6. Fail124,837 miles (+2,688)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,837 miles
    Test number
    247721617788
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play BOX ARM AS MARKED YELLOW (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt AS MARKED YELLOW (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCLUTCH PEDAL RUBBER MISSING

  7. Pass122,149 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    122,149 miles
    Test number
    903132676777
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  8. Fail122,149 miles (+2,832)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,149 miles
    Test number
    368079420995
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass119,317 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    119,317 miles
    Test number
    264615844002
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail119,317 miles (+3,010)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,317 miles
    Test number
    125462705923
    • MajorBrake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass116,307 miles (+3,316)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    116,307 miles
    Test number
    447205001991
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySLIGHT LEAKAGE HAND BRAKE DRUM

  12. Pass112,991 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,991 miles
    Test number
    597130939039
    • AdvisoryFLUID LEAK HAND BRAKE DRUM

  13. Fail112,991 miles (+4,358)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,991 miles
    Test number
    153007431596
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt FRONT (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt REAR (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFLUID LEAK HAND BRAKE DRUM
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE LOW EFFICENCEY

  14. Pass108,633 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    108,633 miles
    Test number
    700641149763
    • MinorOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear along o/s/ chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre on legal limit and poor condition

  15. Fail108,631 miles (+4,107)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,631 miles
    Test number
    818112200874
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt arm off steering box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear along o/s/ chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre on legal limit and poor condition

  16. Pass104,524 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    104,524 miles
    Test number
    772715969304
    • AdvisoryDamage front number plate

  17. Fail104,524 miles (+5,224)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,524 miles
    Test number
    344194792926
    • FailureDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt as marked (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryDamage front number plate
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass99,300 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    99,300 miles
    Test number
    265460687165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail99,300 miles (+4,709)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,300 miles
    Test number
    875377709029
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass94,591 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    94,591 miles
    Test number
    937158145113
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  21. Fail94,589 miles (+5,445)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,589 miles
    Test number
    207866545485
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  22. Pass89,144 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    89,144 miles
    Test number
    555185754106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Fail89,144 miles (+4,919)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,144 miles
    Test number
    886874754186
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  24. Pass84,225 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    84,225 miles
    Test number
    608034263134
    • NoteN/s/f wheel bearing noisey and slight play
    • NoteO/s/r shock lower bush,slight play

  25. Fail84,225 miles (+5,260)1 dangerous1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,225 miles
    Test number
    288874063435
    • DangerousHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteN/s/f wheel bearing noisey and slight play
    • NoteO/s/r shock lower bush,slight play

  26. Pass78,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    78,965 miles
    Test number
    197234272173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail78,965 miles (+5,784)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,965 miles
    Test number
    517333872120
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass73,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    73,181 miles
    Test number
    418981161168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail73,181 miles (+6,445)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,181 miles
    Test number
    966079751112
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  30. Pass66,736 miles (+6,373)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    66,736 miles
    Test number
    650059850170
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteO/s seat-belt buckle damaged but operational,

  31. Pass60,363 miles (+5,176)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    60,363 miles
    Test number
    444949259129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass55,187 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    55,187 miles
    Test number
    513751168180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail55,181 miles (+6,469)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,181 miles
    Test number
    482669658105
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  34. Pass48,712 miles (+7,808)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    48,712 miles
    Test number
    783046357159
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  35. Pass40,904 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    40,904 miles
    Test number
    213770466439
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s door check-strap insecure
    • NoteWear in rear shock-absorber bushes
    • NoteWindscreen-washers weak effort

Questions about T787 BDY

Does T787 BDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T787 BDY is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T787 BDY?
The MOT on T787 BDY is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T787 BDY done?
T787 BDY was recorded at 131,141 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 4,464 miles a year.
Has T787 BDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T787 BDY has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T787 BDY 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 T787 BDY find?
T787 BDY passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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