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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T790 BAFMOT history

T790 BAF is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 79,655 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
79,655 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T790 BAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T790 BAF was last recorded at 79,655 miles on 8 Oct 2025, 189 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,466 miles · 17 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
189 miles
Average per year
2,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,655 miles
  • 2024 – 79,466 miles
  • 2023 – 79,296 miles
  • 2022 – 78,580 miles
  • 2021 – 77,885 miles
  • 2020 – 76,682 miles
  • 2019 – 75,940 miles
  • 2018 – 75,286 miles
  • 2017 – 73,863 miles
  • 2016 – 72,153 miles
  • 2015 – 69,892 miles
  • 2014 – 66,661 miles
  • 2013 – 62,822 miles
  • 2012 – 59,656 miles
  • 2011 – 55,478 miles
  • 2010 – 51,114 miles
  • 2009 – 46,963 miles
  • 2008 – 43,999 miles
  • 2007 – 40,820 miles
  • 2006 – 36,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,655 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

31 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,655 miles (+189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    79,655 miles
    Test number
    165729784775
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass79,466 miles (+170)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    79,466 miles
    Test number
    517736337851
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass79,296 miles (+716)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    79,296 miles
    Test number
    137055519910
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass78,580 miles (+695)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    78,580 miles
    Test number
    553153789091
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass77,885 miles (+1,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    77,885 miles
    Test number
    285931476173
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion forming on underside , chassis and some suspension components.

  6. Pass76,682 miles (+742)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    76,682 miles
    Test number
    235081926248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,940 miles (+654)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    75,940 miles
    Test number
    640508846380
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lower spring cups corroding at axle joints
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion throughout chassis

  8. Pass75,286 miles (+1,423)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    75,286 miles
    Test number
    678615570072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,863 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    73,863 miles
    Test number
    594056839021
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  10. Fail73,863 miles (+1,710)12 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,863 miles
    Test number
    677925470175
    • FailureCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHorn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished.
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  11. Pass72,153 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    72,153 miles
    Test number
    192398841432
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  12. Fail72,153 miles (+2,261)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,153 miles
    Test number
    338317007521
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  13. Pass69,892 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    69,892 miles
    Test number
    595516729957
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOSR body mounting slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail69,891 miles (+3,230)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,891 miles
    Test number
    845461304863
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOSR body mounting slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass66,661 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    66,661 miles
    Test number
    417513984220
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAll tyres perishing in tread.
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  16. Fail66,661 miles (+3,839)9 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,661 miles
    Test number
    318901284480
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureDriver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAll tyres perishing in tread.
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass62,822 miles (+3,166)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    62,822 miles
    Test number
    619665173220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front wheel bearing has slight noise when rotated

  18. Pass59,656 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    59,656 miles
    Test number
    395435182464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  19. Fail59,656 miles (+4,178)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,656 miles
    Test number
    427362282206
    • FailureFront Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  20. Pass55,478 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    55,478 miles
    Test number
    239589221292
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  21. Fail55,478 miles (+4,364)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,478 miles
    Test number
    568008621244
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Pass51,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    51,114 miles
    Test number
    561120290192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail51,114 miles (+4,151)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,114 miles
    Test number
    412889280110
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass46,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    46,963 miles
    Test number
    361584179110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail46,963 miles (+2,964)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,963 miles
    Test number
    974694579145
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  26. Pass43,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    43,999 miles
    Test number
    614507898196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail43,999 miles (+3,179)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,999 miles
    Test number
    202577998492
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  28. Pass40,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    40,820 miles
    Test number
    821841497127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail40,820 miles (+3,907)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,820 miles
    Test number
    374320597125
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  30. Pass36,913 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    36,913 miles
    Test number
    353029076111
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Fail36,913 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,913 miles
    Test number
    594969276133
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T790 BAF

Does T790 BAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T790 BAF is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T790 BAF?
The MOT on T790 BAF is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T790 BAF done?
T790 BAF was recorded at 79,655 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2025, an average of 2,217 miles a year.
Has T790 BAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T790 BAF has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2017.
Has the mileage on T790 BAF 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 T790 BAF find?
T790 BAF passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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