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Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T951 SCBMOT history

T951 SCB is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 167,032 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2026
Mileage
167,032 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2025
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,389 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T951 SCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T951 SCB was last recorded at 167,032 miles on 9 Oct 2025, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Jul 2007: 48,437 miles, lower than 86,663 miles on 18 Jun 2007.
  • 10 Jul 2010: 11,433 miles, lower than 106,068 miles on 18 Jul 2009.

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
167,017 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
6,389 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,032 miles
  • 2024 – 164,466 miles
  • 2023 – 159,840 miles
  • 2022 – 154,837 miles
  • 2021 – 153,692 miles
  • 2020 – 152,452 miles
  • 2018 – 152,390 miles
  • 2017 – 152,308 miles
  • 2015 – 152,022 miles
  • 2014 – 147,857 miles
  • 2013 – 141,283 miles
  • 2012 – 132,587 miles
  • 2011 – 83,209 miles
  • 2010 – 11,433 miles
  • 2009 – 106,068 miles
  • 2008 – 96,716 miles
  • 2007 – 48,437 miles
  • 2006 – 77,557 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,032 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (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.

  • Steering box leaking

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Both front axle hub seals slightly leaking

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front propshaft uj joint is worn

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Slight oil leak from steering box

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Both rear chassis show signs of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

34 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,032 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    167,032 miles
    Test number
    183544249648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail167,017 miles (+2,551)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,017 miles
    Test number
    584038289726
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass164,466 miles (+153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    164,466 miles
    Test number
    187455832379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail164,313 miles (+4,473)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,313 miles
    Test number
    838557513982
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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 Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorRear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside seat belt bucklle missing

  5. Pass159,840 miles (+5,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    159,840 miles
    Test number
    109640445850
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass154,837 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    154,837 miles
    Test number
    603379289272
    • AdvisoryBoth rear chassis show signs of corrosion
    • AdvisorySteering box leaking

  7. Fail154,837 miles (+1,145)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,837 miles
    Test number
    297017098175
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear chassis show signs of corrosion
    • AdvisorySteering box leaking

  8. Pass153,692 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    153,692 miles
    Test number
    595600568790
    • AdvisoryRear chassis shows signs of corrosion
    • AdvisorySteering box leaking

  9. Fail153,682 miles (+1,230)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,682 miles
    Test number
    815020601117
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis shows signs of corrosion
    • AdvisorySteering box leaking

  10. Pass152,452 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    152,452 miles
    Test number
    713888249316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass152,390 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    152,390 miles
    Test number
    268728879142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass152,308 miles (+9)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    152,308 miles
    Test number
    605213888779
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle hub seals slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft uj joint is worn
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush worn recommend replacement
    • AdvisorySteering wheel not aligned
    • AdvisoryWiper blades need attention
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from steering box

  13. Fail152,299 miles (+277)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,299 miles
    Test number
    235619845070
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle hub seals slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft uj joint is worn
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush worn recommend replacement
    • AdvisorySteering wheel not aligned
    • AdvisoryWiper blades need attention
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from steering box

  14. Pass152,022 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    152,022 miles
    Test number
    835839413316
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle hub seals slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryFont propshaft uj
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft uj joint is worn
    • AdvisorySteering damper damaged but serviceable bush worn recommend replacement (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from steering box
    • AdvisoryWiper linkage is worn and operation is slow recommend attention

  15. Fail152,020 miles (+1)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,020 miles
    Test number
    380666610136
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle hub seals slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryFont propshaft uj
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft uj joint is worn
    • AdvisorySteering damper damaged but serviceable bush worn recommend replacement (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from steering box
    • AdvisoryWiper linkage is worn and operation is slow recommend attention

  16. Fail152,019 miles (+4,162)10 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,019 miles
    Test number
    340292840888
    • FailureBrake pressure build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
    • FailureBrake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush axle support bushes- both broken (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing drivers holed (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureSteering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft uj worn.
    • AdvisoryFront wipers linkage worn and operation slow, recommend attention.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front axle hub seal leaking recommend attention
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm from box gaitor adrift (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front axle hub seal leaking recommend attention
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering damper damaged but serviceable bush worn, recommend attention. (2.2.C.1d)

  17. Pass147,857 miles (+6,574)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    147,857 miles
    Test number
    137960434319
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass141,283 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    141,283 miles
    Test number
    539897153299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteEngine oil leaks
    • NoteN/S/R suspension bump stop missing

  19. Fail141,283 miles (+8,696)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,283 miles
    Test number
    935847653206
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteEngine oil leaks
    • NoteN/S/R suspension bump stop missing
    • NoteO/S/F seatbelt stalk cover missing

  20. Pass132,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    132,587 miles
    Test number
    367313202423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail132,587 miles (+49,378)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,587 miles
    Test number
    788383402245
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking on inner side wall but not to ply or cord
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking on inner side wall but not to ply or cord
    • NoteOffside rear wheel bearing has slight play

  22. Pass83,209 miles (+71,776)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    83,209 miles
    Test number
    659503781105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,433 miles (-94,635)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    11,433 miles
    Test number
    673431890117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass106,068 miles (+9,352)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    106,068 miles
    Test number
    422309799140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass96,716 miles (+306)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    96,716 miles
    Test number
    854168008226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail96,410 miles (+43,384)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,410 miles
    Test number
    193654498111
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

  27. Pass53,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    53,026 miles
    Test number
    700092998116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail53,026 miles (+4,589)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,026 miles
    Test number
    851951198113
    • FailureFront Ball joint ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureFront Steering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHandbrake requires adjustment

  29. Pass48,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    48,437 miles
    Test number
    892436787189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail48,437 miles (-38,226)2 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,437 miles
    Test number
    303105187156
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  31. Pass86,663 miles (+9,106)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    86,663 miles
    Test number
    974079867164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass77,557 miles (+33,590)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    77,557 miles
    Test number
    302395296168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass43,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    43,967 miles
    Test number
    374176386195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail43,967 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,967 miles
    Test number
    253086686415
    • FailureFront Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSteering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Questions about T951 SCB

Does T951 SCB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T951 SCB expired on 8 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T951 SCB?
The MOT on T951 SCB 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 T951 SCB done?
T951 SCB was recorded at 167,032 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2025, an average of 6,389 miles a year.
Has T951 SCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T951 SCB has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T951 SCB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 4 Jul 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T951 SCB find?
T951 SCB passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front seat belt buckle slightly damaged; offside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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