
Land Rover Defender
Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc
T914 LGTMOT history
T914 LGT is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 12,027 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 19 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 12,027 mi
- At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 33
- 20 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- Not enough data
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T914 LGT
- 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
- 15 Jun 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 20 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T914 LGT was last recorded at 12,027 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2026.
Mileage went down between tests
- 4 Feb 2021: 239,407 miles, lower than 807,797 miles on 10 Feb 2020.
- 17 Dec 2024: 3,269 miles, lower than 252,777 miles on 5 Jan 2024.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 12,008 miles · 15 Jul 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 19 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 12,027 miles
- 2025 – 8,889 miles
- 2024 – 3,291 miles
- 2023 – 251,720 miles
- 2022 – 245,976 miles
- 2021 – 239,433 miles
- 2020 – 807,797 miles
- 2019 – 230,873 miles
- 2018 – 227,809 miles
- 2017 – 225,387 miles
- 2016 – 219,238 miles
- 2014 – 206,841 miles
- 2013 – 192,841 miles
- 2011 – 177,542 miles
- 2010 – 157,393 miles
- 2008 – 151,417 miles
- 2006 – 120,428 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL - rigids covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryDipswitch illuminates; position and dip beam from position lamp setting.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both NSR and OSR bump stop areas. NSR bump stop missing (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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
Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2025
Front transfer box leak
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Front baulk head corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Bonnet cable detached
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Multiple oil leaks
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
33 tests since 19 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass12,027 miles (+19)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 12,027 miles
- Test number
- 510782291300
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL - rigids covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryDipswitch illuminates; position and dip beam from position lamp setting.
- 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))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both NSR and OSR bump stop areas. NSR bump stop missing (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Fail12,008 miles (+3,119)3 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 12,008 miles
- Test number
- 765686909301
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL - rigids covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryDipswitch illuminates; position and dip beam from position lamp setting.
- 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))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both NSR and OSR bump stop areas. NSR bump stop missing (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Pass8,889 miles (+4)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 8,889 miles
- Test number
- 721586276080
- AdvisoryFront transfer box leak
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail8,885 miles (+5,594)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 8,885 miles
- Test number
- 267636912956
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake lining(s) incorrectly mounted brake pads retaining pin missing (1.1.13 (c))
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorBrake performance unable to be tested brake pads low (1.2.1 (g))
- AdvisoryFront transfer box leak
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass3,291 miles (+22)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 3,291 miles
- Test number
- 803984828033
- AdvisoryFront baulk head corroded
- AdvisoryBonnet cable detached
- AdvisoryMultiple oil leaks
Fail3,269 miles (-249,508)1 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 3,269 miles
- Test number
- 231824916462
- MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront baulk head corroded
- AdvisoryBonnet cable detached
- AdvisoryMultiple oil leaks
Pass252,777 miles (+1,057)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 252,777 miles
- Test number
- 981377734281
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass251,720 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 251,720 miles
- Test number
- 677418588547
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Fail251,720 miles (+5,744)3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 251,720 miles
- Test number
- 924692896984
- MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Pass245,976 miles (+511)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 245,976 miles
- Test number
- 158681432039
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail245,465 miles (+6,032)7 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 245,465 miles
- Test number
- 316259408299
- MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength "A" frame cross member at chassis rail joint area behind fuel filter mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Second row seat support mounting cross member at chassis mounts (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
Pass239,433 miles (+26)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 239,433 miles
- Test number
- 250137343196
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both centre body mounts corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively both joints worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear spring mount areas corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play the one that joins to top of box (2.2.2 (c))
Fail239,407 miles (-568,390)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 239,407 miles
- Test number
- 633984939822
- DangerousOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture pipe at top of chassis (1.1.11 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis holed /yellow chalkled (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both centre body mounts corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively both joints worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear spring mount areas corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play the one that joins to top of box (2.2.2 (c))
Pass807,797 miles (+572,775)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 807,797 miles
- Test number
- 658508507305
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail235,022 miles (+4,149)2 dangerous4 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 235,022 miles
- Test number
- 492976257858
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousRear Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached Cross member (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Pass230,873 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 230,873 miles
- Test number
- 594387295354
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail230,873 miles (+3,064)2 dangerous4 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 230,873 miles
- Test number
- 805200851289
- DangerousFront Steering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
- DangerousSteering arm modified such that the steering is adversely affected (2.1.3 (f) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible Faded (0.1 (b))
- MajorSteering wheel has excessive movement up and down Excessive play at steering wheel (2.2.2 (a))
Pass227,809 miles (+2,422)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 227,809 miles
- Test number
- 280096549726
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass225,387 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 225,387 miles
- Test number
- 788143527160
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryRear x-member corroded
Fail225,387 miles (+6,149)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 225,387 miles
- Test number
- 153982096331
- FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock turret (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryRear x-member corroded
Pass219,238 miles (+1)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 219,238 miles
- Test number
- 766594497092
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail219,237 miles (+12,396)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 219,237 miles
- Test number
- 525163882385
- FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass206,841 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 29 Dec 2015
- Odometer
- 206,841 miles
- Test number
- 486757354313
- AdvisoryCentre Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteFront hubs leaking slightly
Fail206,841 miles (+14,000)4 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 206,841 miles
- Test number
- 775076054386
- FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- AdvisoryCentre Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteFront hubs leaking slightly
Pass192,841 miles (+36)4 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 29 Dec 2014
- Odometer
- 192,841 miles
- Test number
- 837364163362
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- NoteEngine oil leak
- NoteGearbox mounts spliting
Fail192,805 miles (+6,042)10 failures5 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 192,805 miles
- Test number
- 559091463352
- FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
- FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
- FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
- FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- NoteEngine oil leak
- NoteGearbox mounts spliting and n/s nut loose
Pass186,763 miles (+9,221)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 186,763 miles
- Test number
- 907223633081
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- NoteObserved damaged to n/s/r bodywork
- NoteSlight play in lower steering column u/j/
Pass177,542 miles (+20,149)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Dec 2012
- Odometer
- 177,542 miles
- Test number
- 476526031303
- AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Pass157,393 miles (+5,976)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 157,393 miles
- Test number
- 422416930021
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass151,417 miles (+10,465)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 151,417 miles
- Test number
- 781377358353
- NoteSLIGHT LEAK FROM STEERING BOX
Pass140,952 miles (+10)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 140,952 miles
- Test number
- 184705208470
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail140,942 miles (+20,514)4 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 140,942 miles
- Test number
- 401674008075
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- NoteSlight lift in o/s/f drop arm ball joint
Pass120,428 miles
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 120,428 miles
- Test number
- 271560706240
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T914 LGT
- Does T914 LGT currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T914 LGT is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T914 LGT?
- The MOT on T914 LGT is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T914 LGT done?
- T914 LGT was recorded at 12,027 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026.
- Has T914 LGT ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T914 LGT has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2026.
- Has the mileage on T914 LGT ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 4 Feb 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on T914 LGT find?
- T914 LGT passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all - rigids covered in grease; dipswitch illuminates; position and dip beam from position lamp setting.; offside front drag link end ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.
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