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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T951 MABMOT history

T951 MAB is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 54,693 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
54,693 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
923 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T951 MAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T951 MAB was last recorded at 54,693 miles on 28 May 2026, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,659 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
923 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,693 miles
  • 2025 – 54,659 miles
  • 2024 – 54,621 miles
  • 2023 – 54,048 miles
  • 2022 – 53,629 miles
  • 2021 – 53,162 miles
  • 2020 – 52,337 miles
  • 2019 – 51,354 miles
  • 2018 – 51,337 miles
  • 2014 – 51,326 miles
  • 2013 – 50,917 miles
  • 2012 – 50,408 miles
  • 2011 – 49,904 miles
  • 2010 – 49,469 miles
  • 2009 – 48,031 miles
  • 2008 – 42,596 miles
  • 2007 – 39,046 miles
  • 2006 – 36,028 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,693 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe covered with underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm ball joint - on limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,693 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    54,693 miles
    Test number
    218345739570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass54,659 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    54,659 miles
    Test number
    378666214975
    • AdvisorySlight play to steering box drop arm ball joint

  3. Pass54,621 miles (+573)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    54,621 miles
    Test number
    802062112457
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass54,048 miles (+419)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    54,048 miles
    Test number
    995155459134
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass53,629 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    53,629 miles
    Test number
    860082016870
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTH n/s and o/s rear tie rods ( Front Most ) bushes starting to perish
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box drop arm ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisorySteering damper o/s bush slight play

  6. Fail53,629 miles (+467)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,629 miles
    Test number
    588275469792
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTH n/s and o/s rear tie rods ( Front Most ) bushes starting to perish
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box drop arm ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisorySteering damper o/s bush slight play

  7. Pass53,162 miles (+2)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    53,162 miles
    Test number
    809500368629
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe covered with underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm ball joint - on limit (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside is heavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads are deteriorated and wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tie rods' forward bushes are starting to perish

  8. Fail53,160 miles (+8)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,160 miles
    Test number
    326691682542
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorProp shaft joint excessively worn Front propshaft, rear joint. (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe covered with underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm ball joint - on limit (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside is heavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads are deteriorated and wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tie rods' forward bushes are starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOne of two rear registration plate lamp bulbs isn't working

  9. Fail53,152 miles (+815)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,152 miles
    Test number
    989680438917
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass52,337 miles (+983)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    52,337 miles
    Test number
    825942180517
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass51,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    51,354 miles
    Test number
    338945682864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail51,354 miles (+17)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,354 miles
    Test number
    154219541033
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  13. Fail51,337 miles (+11)1 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,337 miles
    Test number
    970312433402
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drag link end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play dropo arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorTowbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Various rust holes across rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass51,326 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    51,326 miles
    Test number
    499375324361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteMetal brake pipes corroding

  15. Fail51,326 miles (+409)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,326 miles
    Test number
    985845824344
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteMetal brake pipes corroding

  16. Pass50,917 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    50,917 miles
    Test number
    378293323376
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteMetal brake pipes corroding

  17. Fail50,917 miles (+509)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,917 miles
    Test number
    198932023380
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteMetal brake pipes corroding

  18. Pass50,408 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    50,408 miles
    Test number
    378718622398
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteFront and rear metal brake pipes corroding
    • NoteRear brake discs pitting
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorating

  19. Fail50,408 miles (+504)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,408 miles
    Test number
    168017422339
    • FailureBall joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteFront and rear metal brake pipes corroding
    • NoteRear brake discs pitting
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorating

  20. Pass49,904 miles (+435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    49,904 miles
    Test number
    819072311381
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass49,469 miles (+1,438)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    49,469 miles
    Test number
    383562410334
    • NoteChip in windscreen.

  22. Pass48,031 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    48,031 miles
    Test number
    153496799292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroding

  23. Fail48,031 miles (+8)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,031 miles
    Test number
    973576499223
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroding

  24. Fail48,023 miles (+2,521)3 dangerous9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,023 miles
    Test number
    982132999255
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureSteering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroding

  25. Pass45,502 miles (+2,906)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    45,502 miles
    Test number
    832619349029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    42,596 miles
    Test number
    863388258052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail42,596 miles (+3,550)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,596 miles
    Test number
    233682658025
    • FailureFront Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass39,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    39,046 miles
    Test number
    393296367088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail39,046 miles (+3,018)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,046 miles
    Test number
    472456867072
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass36,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    36,028 miles
    Test number
    904805066028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T951 MAB

Does T951 MAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T951 MAB is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T951 MAB?
The MOT on T951 MAB is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T951 MAB done?
T951 MAB was recorded at 54,693 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 923 miles a year.
Has T951 MAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T951 MAB has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T951 MAB 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 T951 MAB find?
T951 MAB passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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