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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T839 OAWMOT history

T839 OAW is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 93,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
93,381 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,321 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T839 OAW
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
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T839 OAW was last recorded at 93,381 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 67 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Mar 2011: 44,072 miles, lower than 168,346 miles on 19 Mar 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
93,314 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
67 miles
Average per year
3,321 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 93,381 miles
  • 2024 – 89,360 miles
  • 2023 – 82,457 miles
  • 2022 – 79,382 miles
  • 2021 – 78,095 miles
  • 2020 – 76,118 miles
  • 2019 – 73,665 miles
  • 2018 – 71,536 miles
  • 2017 – 67,684 miles
  • 2016 – 62,673 miles
  • 2015 – 58,701 miles
  • 2014 – 54,738 miles
  • 2013 – 51,428 miles
  • 2012 – 47,594 miles
  • 2011 – 44,072 miles
  • 2010 – 168,346 miles
  • 2009 – 36,991 miles
  • 2008 – 33,750 miles
  • 2007 – 30,464 miles
  • 2006 – 28,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,381 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight play in steering damper bush small bush

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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,381 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    93,381 miles
    Test number
    426510740922
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering damper bush small bush

  2. Fail93,381 miles (+67)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,381 miles
    Test number
    768034643698
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering damper bush small bush

  3. Fail93,314 miles (+3,954)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,314 miles
    Test number
    374019553791
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure fractured seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting Next to fuel tank (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure fractured seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting Next to fuel tank (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Out rigger corroded & holed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced
    • AdvisoryOffside Axle swivel joint slight misting of oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Cross member corroded & holed n/s & o/s but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced
    • AdvisorySteering damper small bush slight play

  4. Pass89,360 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    89,360 miles
    Test number
    435627208074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front axle swivel joint leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Fail89,360 miles (+6,903)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,360 miles
    Test number
    986954805893
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front axle swivel joint leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass82,457 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    82,457 miles
    Test number
    922584409490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail82,457 miles (+3,075)5 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,457 miles
    Test number
    787247357563
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame to diff (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass79,382 miles (+1,287)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    79,382 miles
    Test number
    376391799967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,095 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    78,095 miles
    Test number
    575805468602
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail78,090 miles (+1,972)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,090 miles
    Test number
    384595019714
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass76,118 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    76,118 miles
    Test number
    396704656567
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  12. Fail76,109 miles (+2,444)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,109 miles
    Test number
    958541819048
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear by rear flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  13. Pass73,665 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    73,665 miles
    Test number
    718163592297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  14. Fail73,650 miles (+2,114)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,650 miles
    Test number
    546093712771
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  15. Pass71,536 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    71,536 miles
    Test number
    993701773974
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail71,526 miles (+3,842)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,526 miles
    Test number
    201774454686
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass67,684 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    67,684 miles
    Test number
    811774753500
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly corroded.

  18. Fail67,684 miles (+5,011)4 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,684 miles
    Test number
    540459464061
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly corroded.

  19. Pass62,673 miles (+3,972)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    62,673 miles
    Test number
    948937907983
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass58,701 miles (+3,963)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    58,701 miles
    Test number
    816740275080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,738 miles (+3,310)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,738 miles
    Test number
    165543774402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,428 miles (+3,834)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    51,428 miles
    Test number
    926666583058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,594 miles
    Test number
    766562772055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail47,591 miles (+3,519)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,591 miles
    Test number
    507272572007
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass44,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,072 miles
    Test number
    366123871038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail44,072 miles (-124,274)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,072 miles
    Test number
    655793371004
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  27. Pass168,346 miles (+131,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    168,346 miles
    Test number
    103048370426
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass36,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,991 miles
    Test number
    121177979086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail36,991 miles (+3,241)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,991 miles
    Test number
    192096479434
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  30. Pass33,750 miles (+3,286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    33,750 miles
    Test number
    240098988022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass30,464 miles (+2,341)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,464 miles
    Test number
    110987387433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass28,123 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,123 miles
    Test number
    131050686402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T839 OAW

Does T839 OAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T839 OAW is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T839 OAW?
The MOT on T839 OAW is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T839 OAW done?
T839 OAW was recorded at 93,381 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 3,321 miles a year.
Has T839 OAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T839 OAW has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T839 OAW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Mar 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T839 OAW find?
T839 OAW passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; nearside rear inner vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside front inner vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 3 more.

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