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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T949 RTLMOT history

T949 RTL is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 7 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 167,670 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2026
Mileage
167,670 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,852 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T949 RTL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T949 RTL was last recorded at 167,670 miles on 9 Oct 2025, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,646 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
2,852 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,670 miles
  • 2024 – 167,580 miles
  • 2023 – 166,787 miles
  • 2022 – 166,067 miles
  • 2021 – 165,606 miles
  • 2019 – 165,438 miles
  • 2018 – 164,340 miles
  • 2017 – 161,062 miles
  • 2016 – 158,430 miles
  • 2015 – 156,783 miles
  • 2014 – 153,784 miles
  • 2013 – 151,173 miles
  • 2012 – 147,180 miles
  • 2011 – 143,241 miles
  • 2010 – 139,985 miles
  • 2009 – 136,515 miles
  • 2008 – 133,212 miles
  • 2007 – 128,886 miles
  • 2006 – 120,770 miles
  • 2005 – 110,999 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,670 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (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.

  • Corrosion underside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,670 miles (+24)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    167,670 miles
    Test number
    161384087864
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail167,646 miles (+66)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,646 miles
    Test number
    993129986015
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt - A frame / diff (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure - NS/OS of winch plate corroded to excess (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced - Panel corroded/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting - C pillar (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting - C pillar (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded - NS/OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded - NS/OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail167,580 miles (+793)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,580 miles
    Test number
    182653433887
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyres cracked

  4. Pass166,787 miles (+720)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    166,787 miles
    Test number
    972030063929
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corrosion
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside

  5. Pass166,067 miles (+461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    166,067 miles
    Test number
    592308003107
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside

  6. Pass165,606 miles (+168)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    165,606 miles
    Test number
    655878652576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass165,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    165,438 miles
    Test number
    631609691285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail165,438 miles (+1,098)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,438 miles
    Test number
    736641978018
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced main londuran by crossmember and fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced main londuran by crossmember and fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass164,340 miles (+3,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    164,340 miles
    Test number
    682091010087
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s/f hub and slight axle leak

  10. Pass161,062 miles (+2,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    161,062 miles
    Test number
    132762735318
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside, dirty underside, n/s/f hub seal leaking

  11. Pass158,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    158,430 miles
    Test number
    585669299638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail158,430 miles (+1,647)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,430 miles
    Test number
    574787259523
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

  13. Pass156,783 miles (+2,999)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    156,783 miles
    Test number
    264250847635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass153,784 miles (+2,611)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    153,784 miles
    Test number
    977228984259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass151,173 miles (+3,993)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    151,173 miles
    Test number
    556072883235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass147,180 miles (+3,939)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    147,180 miles
    Test number
    919912482269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass143,241 miles (+3,256)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    143,241 miles
    Test number
    678547881242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass139,985 miles (+3,470)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    139,985 miles
    Test number
    311575280208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass136,515 miles (+3,303)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    136,515 miles
    Test number
    742790919334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass133,212 miles (+4,326)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    133,212 miles
    Test number
    563366998216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass128,886 miles (+8,116)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    128,886 miles
    Test number
    982348497206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass120,770 miles (+9,771)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    120,770 miles
    Test number
    691285706312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass110,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    110,999 miles
    Test number
    303538625342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T949 RTL

Does T949 RTL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T949 RTL expired on 8 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T949 RTL?
The MOT on T949 RTL expired on 8 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T949 RTL done?
T949 RTL was recorded at 167,670 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2025, an average of 2,852 miles a year.
Has T949 RTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T949 RTL has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T949 RTL 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 T949 RTL find?
T949 RTL passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: front coil spring corroded; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; rear coil spring corroded.

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