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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T79 TKSMOT history

T79 TKS is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 144,311 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
144,311 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,545 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T79 TKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T79 TKS was last recorded at 144,311 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,311 miles · 1 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,545 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,311 miles
  • 2025 – 144,311 miles
  • 2024 – 143,609 miles
  • 2022 – 142,773 miles
  • 2021 – 139,914 miles
  • 2020 – 136,710 miles
  • 2019 – 130,880 miles
  • 2018 – 126,176 miles
  • 2017 – 119,977 miles
  • 2016 – 111,947 miles
  • 2015 – 107,819 miles
  • 2014 – 104,101 miles
  • 2013 – 95,126 miles
  • 2012 – 86,775 miles
  • 2011 – 81,099 miles
  • 2010 – 75,693 miles
  • 2009 – 70,043 miles
  • 2008 – 65,878 miles
  • 2007 – 60,426 miles
  • 2006 – 54,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,311 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear prop - Rear UJ (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis front to rear corroded throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive fuel filter area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged cover missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front swivel joint weaping

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread obstructed by ladders

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,311 miles1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    144,311 miles
    Test number
    752080649214
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear prop - Rear UJ (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis front to rear corroded throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail144,311 miles3 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,311 miles
    Test number
    845260894585
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear prop - Rear UJ (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis front to rear corroded throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass144,311 miles (+702)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    144,311 miles
    Test number
    585099924010
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis, front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass143,609 miles (+836)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    143,609 miles
    Test number
    520326811833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass142,773 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    142,773 miles
    Test number
    141405944925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail142,765 miles (+2,851)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,765 miles
    Test number
    551981124929
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction visor (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass139,914 miles (+3,204)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    139,914 miles
    Test number
    883833026010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass136,710 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    136,710 miles
    Test number
    653062235141
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive fuel filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel joint weaping
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread obstructed by ladders (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail136,704 miles (+5,824)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,704 miles
    Test number
    791589025233
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer and joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorIntermediate drop arm insecure on shaft of steering box (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc contaminated swivel joint leaking (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged pipe into caliper kinked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering locking device ineffective steering box bolts (2.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive fuel filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel joint weaping
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread obstructed by ladders (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass130,880 miles (+4,704)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    130,880 miles
    Test number
    180300892894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass126,176 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    126,176 miles
    Test number
    284585985138
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail126,176 miles (+6,199)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,176 miles
    Test number
    103894898688
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass119,977 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    119,977 miles
    Test number
    647478609867
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak

  14. Fail119,977 miles (+8,030)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,977 miles
    Test number
    262051330583
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak

  15. Pass111,947 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    111,947 miles
    Test number
    434436874889
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySpheres leaking

  16. Fail111,947 miles (+4,128)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,947 miles
    Test number
    392544937509
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySpheres leaking

  17. Pass107,819 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    107,819 miles
    Test number
    258542245191
    • NoteRear diff leaking
    • NoteSteering box damp

  18. Fail107,819 miles (+3,718)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,819 miles
    Test number
    555470045195
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front spheres leaking
    • NoteRear shocker top bushes worn
    • NoteSteering box damp

  19. Pass104,101 miles (+8,975)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    104,101 miles
    Test number
    569827444157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteBoth inner hub seals weeping
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass95,126 miles (+8,351)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    95,126 miles
    Test number
    286050433148
    • NotePipe out of centre silencer box cracked.

  21. Pass86,775 miles (+5,676)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    86,775 miles
    Test number
    205731832186
    • NoteSlight corrosion on edge of front discs

  22. Pass81,099 miles (+5,406)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    81,099 miles
    Test number
    415909021102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass75,693 miles (+5,650)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    75,693 miles
    Test number
    290661940418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass70,043 miles (+4,165)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    70,043 miles
    Test number
    363396429164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass65,878 miles (+5,452)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    65,878 miles
    Test number
    842270038167
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  26. Pass60,426 miles (+6,388)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    60,426 miles
    Test number
    800910637178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass54,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2007
    Odometer
    54,038 miles
    Test number
    190889246186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T79 TKS

Does T79 TKS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T79 TKS is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T79 TKS?
The MOT on T79 TKS is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T79 TKS done?
T79 TKS was recorded at 144,311 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 4,545 miles a year.
Has T79 TKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T79 TKS has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T79 TKS 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 T79 TKS find?
T79 TKS passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 14 advisories: offside front drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; central front oil leak, but not excessive; central rear oil leak, but not excessive rear differential, and 12 more.

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