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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T799 JLAMOT history

T799 JLA is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 203,838 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
203,838 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,815 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T799 JLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T799 JLA was last recorded at 203,838 miles on 22 Nov 2025, 114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,724 miles · 1 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
114 miles
Average per year
6,815 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 203,838 miles
  • 2024 – 187,680 miles
  • 2023 – 169,479 miles
  • 2022 – 154,092 miles
  • 2021 – 142,731 miles
  • 2019 – 126,496 miles
  • 2018 – 124,938 miles
  • 2017 – 124,400 miles
  • 2016 – 123,423 miles
  • 2015 – 122,798 miles
  • 2014 – 117,834 miles
  • 2013 – 108,304 miles
  • 2012 – 104,305 miles
  • 2011 – 95,726 miles
  • 2010 – 88,715 miles
  • 2009 – 83,148 miles
  • 2008 – 78,948 miles
  • 2007 – 74,655 miles
  • 2006 – 69,047 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,838 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,838 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    203,838 miles
    Test number
    4974585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail203,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    203,724 miles
    Test number
    4896239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    3632436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail187,680 miles (+18,201)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    187,680 miles
    Test number
    3618135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass169,479 miles (+15,387)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    169,479 miles
    Test number
    2411982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass154,092 miles (+11,361)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    154,092 miles
    Test number
    1007377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass142,731 miles (+16,235)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    142,731 miles
    Test number
    23084170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass126,496 miles (+1,558)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    126,496 miles
    Test number
    678502140739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass124,938 miles (+538)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    124,938 miles
    Test number
    439307719148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass124,400 miles (+977)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    124,400 miles
    Test number
    553888863112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass123,423 miles (+625)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    123,423 miles
    Test number
    629969686867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass122,798 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    122,798 miles
    Test number
    980999178608
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail122,794 miles (+4,960)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,794 miles
    Test number
    964913073853
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass117,834 miles (+9,530)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    117,834 miles
    Test number
    387313504215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass108,304 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    108,304 miles
    Test number
    487398113286
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail108,304 miles (+3,999)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,304 miles
    Test number
    807782013237
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureTowbar component insecure (6.6.1)
    • FailureTrack rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass104,305 miles (+8,579)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    104,305 miles
    Test number
    505071252197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front hub axle ball joints leaking.

  18. Pass95,726 miles (+51)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    95,726 miles
    Test number
    108946841144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front hub seals leaking

  19. Fail95,675 miles (+6,960)3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,675 miles
    Test number
    116531641132
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front hub seals leaking

  20. Pass88,715 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    88,715 miles
    Test number
    214776900107
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front hub seals have slight leak
    • NoteSteering damper bush has slight movement

  21. Fail88,715 miles (+5,567)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,715 miles
    Test number
    123365800158
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front hub seals have slight leak
    • NoteSteering damper bush has slight movement

  22. Pass83,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    83,148 miles
    Test number
    441742719173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail83,148 miles (+4,200)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,148 miles
    Test number
    972366409150
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureSteering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass78,948 miles (+4,293)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    78,948 miles
    Test number
    691414848027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass74,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    74,655 miles
    Test number
    310144247026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail74,655 miles (+5,608)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,655 miles
    Test number
    724428337011
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSteering damper bushes worn

  27. Pass69,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    69,047 miles
    Test number
    463462246054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T799 JLA

Does T799 JLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T799 JLA is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T799 JLA?
The MOT on T799 JLA is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T799 JLA done?
T799 JLA was recorded at 203,838 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2025, an average of 6,815 miles a year.
Has T799 JLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T799 JLA has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T799 JLA 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 JLA find?
T799 JLA passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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