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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T829 NWLMOT history

T829 NWL is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 161,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
161,847 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,779 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T829 NWL
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T829 NWL was last recorded at 161,847 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 2,024 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,823 miles · 25 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,024 miles
Average per year
1,779 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,847 miles
  • 2025 – 159,823 miles
  • 2024 – 157,773 miles
  • 2023 – 156,177 miles
  • 2022 – 155,993 miles
  • 2021 – 153,521 miles
  • 2020 – 152,384 miles
  • 2019 – 150,718 miles
  • 2018 – 148,905 miles
  • 2017 – 145,987 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,847 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 11 Jul 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,847 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    161,847 miles
    Test number
    773641509103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail161,847 miles (+2,024)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,847 miles
    Test number
    715426728020
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass159,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    159,823 miles
    Test number
    266444136312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail159,823 miles (+2,050)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,823 miles
    Test number
    630745641598
    • MajorCentral Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass157,773 miles (+1,596)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    157,773 miles
    Test number
    684809972775
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass156,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    156,177 miles
    Test number
    411168652192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail156,177 miles (+184)1 dangerous3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,177 miles
    Test number
    314817905365
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass155,993 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    155,993 miles
    Test number
    841364691860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail155,993 miles (+2,472)2 dangerous2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,993 miles
    Test number
    916937869891
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass153,521 miles (+1,137)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    153,521 miles
    Test number
    866638206197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass152,384 miles (+1,666)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    152,384 miles
    Test number
    651078687075
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass150,718 miles (+1,813)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    150,718 miles
    Test number
    879046785255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass148,905 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    148,905 miles
    Test number
    807904219259
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Fail148,905 miles (+2,918)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,905 miles
    Test number
    969809042841
    • DangerousOffside Front Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pressure/vacuum build up too slow (1.1.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  15. Pass145,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    145,987 miles
    Test number
    360814438810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T829 NWL

Does T829 NWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T829 NWL is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T829 NWL?
The MOT on T829 NWL is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T829 NWL done?
T829 NWL was recorded at 161,847 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 1,779 miles a year.
Has T829 NWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T829 NWL has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T829 NWL 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 T829 NWL find?
T829 NWL passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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