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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T826 LNBMOT history

T826 LNB is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Aug 2025 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 194,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Aug 2025
Mileage
194,569 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2024
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,241 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T826 LNB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T826 LNB was last recorded at 194,569 miles on 28 Aug 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,569 miles · 24 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,241 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 194,569 miles
  • 2023 – 194,366 miles
  • 2022 – 190,267 miles
  • 2021 – 182,247 miles
  • 2020 – 174,397 miles
  • 2019 – 171,779 miles
  • 2015 – 165,606 miles
  • 2013 – 155,511 miles
  • 2012 – 143,565 miles
  • 2011 – 135,810 miles
  • 2010 – 129,164 miles
  • 2008 – 120,786 miles
  • 2007 – 110,079 miles
  • 2006 – 97,656 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,569 miles
  • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorRear reflector not red in colour Both (4.8.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stops missing.Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside centre body mounting out rigger corroded close to limit.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Both front hubs leaking slightly.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,569 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    194,569 miles
    Test number
    920084054123
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear reflector not red in colour Both (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stops missing.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside centre body mounting out rigger corroded close to limit.
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail194,569 miles (+203)2 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,569 miles
    Test number
    296192574641
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear reflector not red in colour Both (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stops missing.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside centre body mounting out rigger corroded close to limit.
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass194,366 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    194,366 miles
    Test number
    667075103162
    • AdvisoryBonnett release defective.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stops missing.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near bump stop mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near bump stop mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Fail194,365 miles (+4,098)1 dangerous9 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,365 miles
    Test number
    783488066350
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged bracket broken (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking Steering box area (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet release defective.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stops missing.
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded slightly near both rear bump stop mountings.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass190,267 miles (+93)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    190,267 miles
    Test number
    395783349458
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front hubs leaking slightly.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail190,174 miles (+7,927)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,174 miles
    Test number
    992067655184
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded caliper to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front hubs leaking slightly.
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass182,247 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    182,247 miles
    Test number
    394598161756
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear chassis corroded slightly.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  8. Fail182,245 miles (+7,848)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,245 miles
    Test number
    227375138264
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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 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 Front 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))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear chassis corroded slightly.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass174,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    174,397 miles
    Test number
    653665471533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail174,397 miles (+2,618)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,397 miles
    Test number
    671831035134
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  11. Pass171,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    171,779 miles
    Test number
    736179672712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    710293481362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    524465742485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass165,606 miles (+10,095)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    165,606 miles
    Test number
    657233925017
    • NoteFront pads low
  15. Pass155,511 miles (+1,825)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    155,511 miles
    Test number
    156711113305
    • NoteCovers around seatbelt catches missing
    • NoteFront dust covers weak
    • NoteRear discs worn
  16. Fail153,686 miles (+10,121)1 dangerous9 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,686 miles
    Test number
    826946853281
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/s/f sidelight cver missing
    • NotePlastic covers around seatbelt buckles missing
    • NoteRear discs worn
  17. Pass143,565 miles (+23)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    143,565 miles
    Test number
    857048652243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Fail143,542 miles (+7,732)6 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,542 miles
    Test number
    716264652281
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteImediate drop arm rubber damaged
    • NoteOil leak
  19. Pass135,810 miles (+6,646)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    135,810 miles
    Test number
    908152851230
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Pass129,164 miles (+8,378)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    129,164 miles
    Test number
    920071450237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass120,786 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    120,786 miles
    Test number
    493233568092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil on handbrake drum
  22. Fail120,786 miles (+10,707)1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,786 miles
    Test number
    710213268002
    • Repaired at testDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil on handbrake drum
  23. Fail110,079 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,079 miles
    Test number
    530397757071
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
  24. Pass110,079 miles (+12,423)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    110,079 miles
    Test number
    660427357059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass97,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    97,656 miles
    Test number
    842101466097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T826 LNB

Does T826 LNB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T826 LNB expired on 27 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T826 LNB?
The MOT on T826 LNB expired on 27 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T826 LNB done?
T826 LNB was recorded at 194,569 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2024, an average of 5,241 miles a year.
Has T826 LNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T826 LNB has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T826 LNB 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 T826 LNB find?
T826 LNB passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2024 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: offside drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; rear reflector not red in colour both; both rear suspension bump stops missing., and 8 more.

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