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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T946 OAWMOT history

T946 OAW is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 6 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 175,284 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
175,284 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,131 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T946 OAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T946 OAW was last recorded at 175,284 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 4,229 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Apr 2009: 70,753 miles, lower than 650,112 miles on 22 Apr 2008.
  • 12 Apr 2011: 83,573 miles, lower than 770,278 miles on 15 Apr 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
171,055 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,229 miles
Average per year
6,131 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,284 miles
  • 2025 – 171,055 miles
  • 2024 – 166,498 miles
  • 2023 – 162,630 miles
  • 2022 – 157,557 miles
  • 2021 – 149,173 miles
  • 2020 – 143,035 miles
  • 2019 – 134,746 miles
  • 2018 – 128,496 miles
  • 2017 – 121,522 miles
  • 2016 – 115,071 miles
  • 2015 – 106,822 miles
  • 2014 – 100,484 miles
  • 2013 – 94,988 miles
  • 2012 – 89,958 miles
  • 2011 – 83,573 miles
  • 2010 – 770,278 miles
  • 2009 – 70,753 miles
  • 2008 – 650,112 miles
  • 2007 – 59,231 miles
  • 2006 – 52,915 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,284 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,284 miles (+4,229)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    175,284 miles
    Test number
    698173130082
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass171,055 miles (+4,557)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    171,055 miles
    Test number
    233288767149
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  3. Pass166,498 miles (+3,868)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    166,498 miles
    Test number
    973562979300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass162,630 miles (+5,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    162,630 miles
    Test number
    472383230857
    • AdvisoryRear axle stabiliser bushes worn

  5. Pass157,557 miles (+8,384)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    157,557 miles
    Test number
    995291243136
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass149,173 miles (+6,138)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    149,173 miles
    Test number
    147598174772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass143,035 miles (+8,289)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    143,035 miles
    Test number
    904230754251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass134,746 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    134,746 miles
    Test number
    748217432637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail134,727 miles (+6,231)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,727 miles
    Test number
    719094573801
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass128,496 miles (+6,974)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    128,496 miles
    Test number
    180013433302
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Propshaft universal joint worn rear u-j
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn front u-j
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass121,522 miles (+6,451)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    121,522 miles
    Test number
    482140960697
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  12. Pass115,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    115,071 miles
    Test number
    282671217387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail115,071 miles (+8,249)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,071 miles
    Test number
    802307118228
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  14. Pass106,822 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    106,822 miles
    Test number
    106984605140
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  15. Fail106,822 miles (+6,338)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,822 miles
    Test number
    659024005124
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Pass100,484 miles (+5,496)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    100,484 miles
    Test number
    287868914146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass94,988 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    94,988 miles
    Test number
    115039523146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Fail94,988 miles (+5,030)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,988 miles
    Test number
    219668723439
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass89,958 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    89,958 miles
    Test number
    746308502139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail89,955 miles (+6,382)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,955 miles
    Test number
    516343602101
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  21. Pass83,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    83,573 miles
    Test number
    169692101126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail83,573 miles (-686,705)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,573 miles
    Test number
    208962101126
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  23. Pass770,278 miles (+699,525)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    770,278 miles
    Test number
    620515900185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass70,753 miles (-579,359)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    70,753 miles
    Test number
    203038419127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass650,112 miles (+590,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    650,112 miles
    Test number
    722283918154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass59,231 miles (+6,316)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    59,231 miles
    Test number
    482660617129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass52,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    52,915 miles
    Test number
    492509116104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T946 OAW

Does T946 OAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T946 OAW is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T946 OAW?
The MOT on T946 OAW is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T946 OAW done?
T946 OAW was recorded at 175,284 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 6,131 miles a year.
Has T946 OAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T946 OAW has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2019.
Has the mileage on T946 OAW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 28 Apr 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T946 OAW find?
T946 OAW passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front coil spring corroded o/s and n/s; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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