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Green and White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T799 EHYMOT history

T799 EHY is a green and white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 53,370 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
53,370 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T799 EHY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T799 EHY was last recorded at 53,370 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 416 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,954 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
416 miles
Average per year
1,466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 53,370 miles
  • 2024 – 52,954 miles
  • 2023 – 51,499 miles
  • 2022 – 50,630 miles
  • 2021 – 49,946 miles
  • 2020 – 48,901 miles
  • 2019 – 46,671 miles
  • 2018 – 44,397 miles
  • 2017 – 40,680 miles
  • 2016 – 38,982 miles
  • 2015 – 36,563 miles
  • 2014 – 35,149 miles
  • 2013 – 34,561 miles
  • 2012 – 33,924 miles
  • 2011 – 32,241 miles
  • 2010 – 30,772 miles
  • 2009 – 29,376 miles
  • 2008 – 27,778 miles
  • 2007 – 26,265 miles
  • 2006 – 24,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,370 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Engine covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Steering damper bush slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,370 miles (+416)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    53,370 miles
    Test number
    777785591248
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass52,954 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    52,954 miles
    Test number
    665438087076
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail52,953 miles (+1,454)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,953 miles
    Test number
    274540205326
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass51,499 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    51,499 miles
    Test number
    443079457353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail51,497 miles (+867)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,497 miles
    Test number
    747172187107
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass50,630 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    50,630 miles
    Test number
    122016156679
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail50,630 miles (+684)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,630 miles
    Test number
    877070861677
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link 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 Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass49,946 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    49,946 miles
    Test number
    823799360854
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush slight play

  9. Fail49,946 miles (+1,045)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,946 miles
    Test number
    688340698749
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush slight play

  10. Pass48,901 miles (+2,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    48,901 miles
    Test number
    606795260856
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear advise slight play in wheel bearing

  11. Pass46,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    46,671 miles
    Test number
    113152295104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail46,671 miles (+2,274)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,671 miles
    Test number
    553915445650
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass44,397 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    44,397 miles
    Test number
    563462972334
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  14. Fail44,397 miles (+3,717)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,397 miles
    Test number
    730099029265
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut and holed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  15. Pass40,680 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    40,680 miles
    Test number
    853516132958
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  16. Fail40,680 miles (+1,698)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,680 miles
    Test number
    234134981465
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  17. Pass38,982 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    38,982 miles
    Test number
    724873601598
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  18. Fail38,982 miles (+2,419)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,982 miles
    Test number
    125869788543
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  19. Pass36,563 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    36,563 miles
    Test number
    148446906624
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  20. Fail36,557 miles (+1,408)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,557 miles
    Test number
    318752385727
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  21. Pass35,149 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    35,149 miles
    Test number
    917117684259
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail35,149 miles (+588)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,149 miles
    Test number
    999447784207
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass34,561 miles (+637)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    34,561 miles
    Test number
    828252203338
    • NoteFront number plate faded, advise replacing
    • NoteHeadlight dipswitch poor contact

  24. Pass33,924 miles (+1,683)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    33,924 miles
    Test number
    508302382265
    • NoteFront number plate in very poor condition, needs replacing

  25. Pass32,241 miles (+1,469)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,241 miles
    Test number
    207940911278
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition, advise replacing
    • NoteWipers sweep limited, advise attention

  26. Pass30,772 miles (+1,396)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    30,772 miles
    Test number
    304374200283
    • NoteFront number plate slightly stained

  27. Pass29,376 miles (+1,598)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    29,376 miles
    Test number
    933157989123
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition, advise replacing.

  28. Pass27,778 miles (+1,513)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    27,778 miles
    Test number
    411042588139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass26,265 miles (+1,470)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    26,265 miles
    Test number
    524288787111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass24,795 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    24,795 miles
    Test number
    252254476465
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Questions about T799 EHY

Does T799 EHY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T799 EHY is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T799 EHY?
The MOT on T799 EHY is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T799 EHY done?
T799 EHY was recorded at 53,370 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 1,466 miles a year.
Has T799 EHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T799 EHY has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T799 EHY 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 T799 EHY find?
T799 EHY passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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