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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T966 PTGMOT history

T966 PTG is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 7 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Dec 2022 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 145,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Dec 2022
Mileage
145,982 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2021
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,410 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T966 PTG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T966 PTG was last recorded at 145,982 miles on 2 Dec 2021, 7,517 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Jul 2008: 62,849 miles, lower than 549,354 miles on 13 Jun 2007.

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
138,465 miles · 4 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
7,517 miles
Average per year
6,410 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 145,982 miles
  • 2020 – 138,465 miles
  • 2019 – 128,107 miles
  • 2018 – 125,715 miles
  • 2017 – 120,829 miles
  • 2016 – 113,339 miles
  • 2015 – 104,997 miles
  • 2014 – 95,025 miles
  • 2013 – 89,300 miles
  • 2011 – 80,988 miles
  • 2010 – 74,139 miles
  • 2009 – 69,314 miles
  • 2008 – 62,849 miles
  • 2007 – 549,354 miles
  • 2006 – 46,458 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,982 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,982 miles (+7,517)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    145,982 miles
    Test number
    290552851342
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass138,465 miles (+10,358)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    138,465 miles
    Test number
    689999218197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass128,107 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    128,107 miles
    Test number
    927543818926
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail128,107 miles (+2,392)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,107 miles
    Test number
    774933456866
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass125,715 miles (+4,886)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    125,715 miles
    Test number
    161668277217
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront radius arm bushes worn
    • AdvisoryTransfer box oil leak

  6. Pass120,829 miles (+7,490)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    120,829 miles
    Test number
    463670699392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass113,339 miles (+8,342)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    113,339 miles
    Test number
    181885554584
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting nearside rear and offside rear chassis (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear crossmember (6.6.6)

  8. Pass104,997 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    104,997 miles
    Test number
    599591615282
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail104,990 miles (+9,965)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,990 miles
    Test number
    846321515225
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass95,025 miles (+5,725)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    95,025 miles
    Test number
    445779214270
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres warn on inner edges

  11. Pass89,300 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    89,300 miles
    Test number
    116197823206
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  12. Fail89,293 miles (+8,305)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,293 miles
    Test number
    377407323460
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass80,988 miles (+6,849)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    80,988 miles
    Test number
    917200521313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,139 miles (+233)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    74,139 miles
    Test number
    574504110339
    • NoteRear discs in poor condtion

  15. Fail73,906 miles (+4,592)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,906 miles
    Test number
    824140300310
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteReat discs in poor condtion

  16. Pass69,314 miles (+6,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    69,314 miles
    Test number
    462089209499
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  17. Pass62,849 miles (-486,505)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    62,849 miles
    Test number
    103624308221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass549,354 miles (+502,896)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    549,354 miles
    Test number
    104274667120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,458 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    46,458 miles
    Test number
    200394646446
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight leak from o/s/f swivel seal

Questions about T966 PTG

Does T966 PTG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T966 PTG expired on 4 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T966 PTG?
The MOT on T966 PTG expired on 4 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T966 PTG done?
T966 PTG was recorded at 145,982 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2021, an average of 6,410 miles a year.
Has T966 PTG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T966 PTG has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on T966 PTG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Jul 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T966 PTG find?
T966 PTG passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2021 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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