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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T960 NCAMOT history

T960 NCA is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 10 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 145,711 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jun 2027
Mileage
145,711 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,240 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T960 NCA
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
10 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T960 NCA was last recorded at 145,711 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 3,006 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,705 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,006 miles
Average per year
4,240 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,711 miles
  • 2025 – 142,705 miles
  • 2024 – 140,209 miles
  • 2023 – 135,617 miles
  • 2022 – 132,794 miles
  • 2021 – 126,737 miles
  • 2020 – 120,042 miles
  • 2019 – 116,873 miles
  • 2018 – 113,896 miles
  • 2017 – 110,772 miles
  • 2016 – 108,063 miles
  • 2015 – 105,523 miles
  • 2014 – 100,655 miles
  • 2013 – 97,175 miles
  • 2012 – 92,737 miles
  • 2011 – 86,128 miles
  • 2010 – 79,612 miles
  • 2009 – 71,211 miles
  • 2008 – 68,143 miles
  • 2007 – 64,480 miles
  • 2006 – 60,480 miles
  • 2005 – 56,654 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,711 miles
  • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt pitman arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is perishing
  • AdvisoryBoth front hub seals have a slight leak

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 has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated centre ball joint

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 14 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,711 miles (+3,006)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    145,711 miles
    Test number
    471355810570
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt pitman arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth front hub seals have a slight leak

  2. Pass142,705 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    142,705 miles
    Test number
    204370323266
    • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated centre ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Fail142,703 miles (+2,494)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,703 miles
    Test number
    670100057718
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated centre ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake warmning light on

  4. Pass140,209 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    140,209 miles
    Test number
    335427681094
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail140,208 miles (+4,591)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,208 miles
    Test number
    210499168765
    • MajorOffside Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass135,617 miles (+2,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    135,617 miles
    Test number
    544606283347
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass132,794 miles (+35)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    132,794 miles
    Test number
    448912013530
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear rear pads operating on limited disc surface requires attention

  8. Fail132,759 miles (+6,022)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,759 miles
    Test number
    736562228250
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear rear pads operating on limited disc surface requires attention

  9. Pass126,737 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    126,737 miles
    Test number
    282547831703
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper axle steady ball joint boot in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both csides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Oil leak, but not excessive hubs both sides (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from bell housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail126,737 miles (+6,695)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,737 miles
    Test number
    152256680588
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper axle steady ball joint boot in poor condition
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both csides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Oil leak, but not excessive hubs both sides (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from bell housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass120,042 miles (+26)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    120,042 miles
    Test number
    668474046760
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  12. Fail120,016 miles (+3,143)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,016 miles
    Test number
    737279425714
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass116,873 miles (+2,977)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    116,873 miles
    Test number
    470770482285
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass113,896 miles (+3,124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    113,896 miles
    Test number
    499132308827
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  15. Pass110,772 miles (+2,709)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    110,772 miles
    Test number
    404483777558
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass108,063 miles (+2,540)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    108,063 miles
    Test number
    480566510113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass105,523 miles (+4,868)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    105,523 miles
    Test number
    365762495058
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAuxiliary belt tensioner has play

  18. Pass100,655 miles (+3,480)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    100,655 miles
    Test number
    829946404127
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass97,175 miles (+4,438)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    97,175 miles
    Test number
    166457903188
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass92,737 miles (+5)6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    92,737 miles
    Test number
    388212712187
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pipes covered in grease
    • NoteGearbox oil leak
    • NoteOffside rear disc pitted

  21. Fail92,732 miles (+6,604)2 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,732 miles
    Test number
    426190312107
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pipes covered in grease
    • NoteGearbox oil leak
    • NoteOffside rear disc pitted

  22. Pass86,128 miles (+6,516)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    86,128 miles
    Test number
    159118131190
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/front knock on suspension
    • NoteRear discs pitted

  23. Pass79,612 miles (+4)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    79,612 miles
    Test number
    703269230132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  24. Fail79,608 miles (+8,397)8 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,608 miles
    Test number
    541387630111
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • 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 Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  25. Pass71,211 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    71,211 miles
    Test number
    662651529152
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Fail71,207 miles (+3,064)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,207 miles
    Test number
    514517919167
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  27. Pass68,143 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    68,143 miles
    Test number
    774716558107
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Fail68,143 miles (+3,663)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,143 miles
    Test number
    142956858127
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass64,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    64,480 miles
    Test number
    234556457126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail64,480 miles (+4,000)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,480 miles
    Test number
    233895347101
    • FailureFront registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  31. Pass60,480 miles (+3,826)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    60,480 miles
    Test number
    513150556148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass56,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    56,654 miles
    Test number
    243175365116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T960 NCA

Does T960 NCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T960 NCA is valid until 18 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T960 NCA?
The MOT on T960 NCA is valid until 18 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T960 NCA done?
T960 NCA was recorded at 145,711 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 4,240 miles a year.
Has T960 NCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T960 NCA has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T960 NCA 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 T960 NCA find?
T960 NCA passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt pitman arm; nearside rear tyre is perishing; both front hub seals have a slight leak.

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