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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T935 VNOMOT history

T935 VNO is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 93,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
93,788 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,667 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T935 VNO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T935 VNO was last recorded at 93,788 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 861 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,927 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
861 miles
Average per year
1,667 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,788 miles
  • 2025 – 92,927 miles
  • 2024 – 92,408 miles
  • 2023 – 91,475 miles
  • 2022 – 90,774 miles
  • 2021 – 90,038 miles
  • 2020 – 89,330 miles
  • 2019 – 89,150 miles
  • 2018 – 88,421 miles
  • 2017 – 87,323 miles
  • 2016 – 85,303 miles
  • 2014 – 84,257 miles
  • 2013 – 83,549 miles
  • 2012 – 82,279 miles
  • 2011 – 77,872 miles
  • 2010 – 74,141 miles
  • 2009 – 71,240 miles
  • 2008 – 69,357 miles
  • 2007 – 64,844 miles
  • 2006 – 60,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,788 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leaks engine and gearbox

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.

  • A frame ball joint on rear axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,788 miles (+861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    93,788 miles
    Test number
    688289121290
    • AdvisoryOil leaks engine and gearbox

  2. Pass92,927 miles (+519)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    92,927 miles
    Test number
    419701374262
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass92,408 miles (+933)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    92,408 miles
    Test number
    512829290514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass91,475 miles (+701)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    91,475 miles
    Test number
    539069154440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass90,774 miles (+736)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    90,774 miles
    Test number
    138580231726
    • AdvisoryRear diff and gear box and transfer oils leaks

  6. Pass90,038 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    90,038 miles
    Test number
    375036824950
    • AdvisoryA frame ball joint on rear axle

  7. Fail90,038 miles (+708)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,038 miles
    Test number
    204868089874
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Pressure valve on side of head (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryA frame ball joint on rear axle

  8. Pass89,330 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    89,330 miles
    Test number
    497839616548
    • AdvisoryFront prop rear joint worn
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryRear axle A bar rubber ball joint cover missing

  9. Fail89,330 miles (+180)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,330 miles
    Test number
    950333675003
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront prop rear joint worn
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryRear axle A bar rubber ball joint cover missing

  10. Pass89,150 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    89,150 miles
    Test number
    307122517044
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail89,150 miles (+729)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,150 miles
    Test number
    706104291497
    • MajorFront Suspension rod insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass88,421 miles (+1,098)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    88,421 miles
    Test number
    906258946865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,323 miles (+2,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    87,323 miles
    Test number
    563984794593
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass85,303 miles (+1,046)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    85,303 miles
    Test number
    537995561897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,257 miles (+708)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    84,257 miles
    Test number
    459243594214
    • NoteChassis strating to get corroded

  16. Pass83,549 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    83,549 miles
    Test number
    897620383297
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail83,549 miles (+1,270)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,549 miles
    Test number
    986000983210
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass82,279 miles (+4,407)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    82,279 miles
    Test number
    985856392274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass77,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    77,872 miles
    Test number
    285665281272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail77,872 miles (+3,731)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,872 miles
    Test number
    947755881277
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  21. Pass74,141 miles (+2,901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    74,141 miles
    Test number
    960582690276
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass71,240 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    71,240 miles
    Test number
    682942779279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail71,221 miles (+1,864)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,221 miles
    Test number
    543615769268
    • FailureFront Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass69,357 miles (+4,513)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    69,357 miles
    Test number
    271228968207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass64,844 miles (+4,480)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    64,844 miles
    Test number
    334760157411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    60,364 miles
    Test number
    420431766296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T935 VNO

Does T935 VNO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T935 VNO is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T935 VNO?
The MOT on T935 VNO is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T935 VNO done?
T935 VNO was recorded at 93,788 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 1,667 miles a year.
Has T935 VNO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T935 VNO has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T935 VNO 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 T935 VNO find?
T935 VNO passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leaks engine and gearbox.

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