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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T940 XBXMOT history

T940 XBX is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 194,781 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
194,781 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,338 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T940 XBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T940 XBX was last recorded at 194,781 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 4,996 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,785 miles · 16 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,996 miles
Average per year
6,338 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 194,781 miles
  • 2025 – 189,785 miles
  • 2024 – 185,818 miles
  • 2023 – 177,888 miles
  • 2022 – 168,434 miles
  • 2021 – 160,353 miles
  • 2020 – 153,635 miles
  • 2019 – 144,173 miles
  • 2018 – 134,766 miles
  • 2017 – 124,825 miles
  • 2016 – 113,732 miles
  • 2015 – 103,130 miles
  • 2014 – 95,154 miles
  • 2013 – 86,007 miles
  • 2012 – 85,809 miles
  • 2011 – 83,875 miles
  • 2010 – 81,938 miles
  • 2009 – 79,369 miles
  • 2008 – 77,380 miles
  • 2007 – 73,771 miles
  • 2006 – 68,269 miles
  • 2005 – 61,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,781 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIP ON SCREEN

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 26 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,781 miles (+4,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    194,781 miles
    Test number
    187505946744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass189,785 miles (+3,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    189,785 miles
    Test number
    813596356705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass185,818 miles (+7,930)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    185,818 miles
    Test number
    317337464769
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass177,888 miles (+9,454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    177,888 miles
    Test number
    659969852236
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  5. Pass168,434 miles (+8,081)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    168,434 miles
    Test number
    265202773767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass160,353 miles (+28)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    160,353 miles
    Test number
    296740770714
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIP ON SCREEN (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component STEERING BOX WEEPING (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front SWIVEL SEAL WEEPING
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security CHASSIS/BODY RAIL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail160,325 miles (+6,690)1 dangerous8 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,325 miles
    Test number
    560070965910
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested HEADLAMP INSECURE (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure SECURING RING CORRODED AWAY (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering component insecure STEERING BOX DROP ARM LOOSE (2.1.5 (d) (i))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIP ON SCREEN (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component STEERING BOX WEEPING (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front SWIVEL SEAL WEEPING
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security CHASSIS/BODY RAIL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass153,635 miles (+9,462)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    153,635 miles
    Test number
    703190932198
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Drop arm ball joint worn. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass144,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    144,173 miles
    Test number
    610695781612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail144,173 miles (+9,407)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,173 miles
    Test number
    937796109742
    • DangerousCentral Rear Axle swivel joint insecure in a stub axle (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering damper bush worn
  11. Pass134,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    134,766 miles
    Test number
    169685082487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. FailMileage not read6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    389376200631
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick x 4 (3.5.1g)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Various places as marked. (6.6.6)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  13. Pass124,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    124,825 miles
    Test number
    782004570452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail124,825 miles (+11,093)1 dangerous7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,825 miles
    Test number
    632071572984
    • DangerousOffside Rear 1/2 Shaft Driveshaft insecure loose.
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering in tie rod area as marked (6.1.A.1)
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick x 4 (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis x 2 bump stops missing (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Of the vehicle X2 as marked. (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryThe Vehicle in need of a full service!
  15. Pass113,732 miles (+10,602)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    113,732 miles
    Test number
    568579450906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass103,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    103,130 miles
    Test number
    639822525165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail103,130 miles (+7,976)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,130 miles
    Test number
    717059415180
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
  18. Fail95,154 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,154 miles
    Test number
    129663904206
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  19. Pass95,154 miles (+9,147)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    95,154 miles
    Test number
    617003804238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass86,007 miles (+1)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    86,007 miles
    Test number
    357197323499
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteMiddle x member corroded
    • NoteMiddle x member corroded and holed not affectng strenth near body mounts and suspension mounts
  21. Fail86,006 miles (+197)4 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,006 miles
    Test number
    306396123256
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteMiddle x member corroded
    • NoteWipers dont park
  22. Pass85,809 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    85,809 miles
    Test number
    539194612383
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing
    • NoteSmall cut on sidewall of o/s/f tyre
    • NoteUnderside heavily undersealed
  23. Fail85,809 miles (+1,934)1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,809 miles
    Test number
    697364412303
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing
    • NoteSmall cut on sidewall of o/s/f tyre
    • NoteUnderside heavily undersealed
  24. Pass83,875 miles (+1,937)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    83,875 miles
    Test number
    228110781248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass81,938 miles (+2,569)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    81,938 miles
    Test number
    824534580210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass79,369 miles (+1,989)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    79,369 miles
    Test number
    762444039221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail77,380 miles6 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,380 miles
    Test number
    122883158299
    • Repaired at testCentre Front Upper Horn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Upper Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Upper Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  28. Pass77,380 miles (+3,609)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    77,380 miles
    Test number
    233763458201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass73,771 miles (+5,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    73,771 miles
    Test number
    984319847290
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
  30. Pass68,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    68,269 miles
    Test number
    504772146297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail68,269 miles (+6,389)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,269 miles
    Test number
    710262446248
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  32. Pass61,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    61,880 miles
    Test number
    370271305318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T940 XBX

Does T940 XBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T940 XBX is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T940 XBX?
The MOT on T940 XBX is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T940 XBX done?
T940 XBX was recorded at 194,781 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 6,338 miles a year.
Has T940 XBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T940 XBX has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on T940 XBX 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 T940 XBX find?
T940 XBX passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front coil spring corroded.

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