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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T969 CWNMOT history

T969 CWN is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 151,024 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Dec 2026
Mileage
151,024 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,867 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T969 CWN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T969 CWN was last recorded at 151,024 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,921 miles · 1 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
103 miles
Average per year
5,867 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 151,024 miles
  • 2024 – 147,169 miles
  • 2023 – 142,572 miles
  • 2022 – 137,005 miles
  • 2021 – 134,742 miles
  • 2020 – 132,675 miles
  • 2019 – 123,403 miles
  • 2017 – 123,376 miles
  • 2016 – 123,310 miles
  • 2015 – 115,703 miles
  • 2014 – 105,247 miles
  • 2013 – 95,204 miles
  • 2012 – 86,363 miles
  • 2011 – 77,585 miles
  • 2010 – 69,499 miles
  • 2009 – 61,343 miles
  • 2008 – 52,514 miles
  • 2007 – 45,414 miles
  • 2006 – 35,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,024 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively REAR U/J (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL (8.4.1 (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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body Mounting Component Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,024 miles (+103)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    151,024 miles
    Test number
    506443818610
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively REAR U/J (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail150,921 miles (+3,752)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,921 miles
    Test number
    641241441256
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively REAR U/J (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass147,169 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    147,169 miles
    Test number
    536325535568
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body Mounting Component Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  4. Fail147,163 miles (+4,591)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,163 miles
    Test number
    656259948820
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis Corroded - Holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis Corroded - Holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body Mounting Component Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  5. Pass142,572 miles (+5,567)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    142,572 miles
    Test number
    660295734604
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass137,005 miles (+2,263)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    137,005 miles
    Test number
    865297913709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass134,742 miles (+368)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    134,742 miles
    Test number
    224225007767
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  8. Fail134,374 miles (+1,699)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,374 miles
    Test number
    482820347835
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass132,675 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    132,675 miles
    Test number
    146751104296
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
  10. Fail132,675 miles (+9,272)1 dangerous11 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,675 miles
    Test number
    147304081479
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorLower Towbar attachment insecure tie bar bolts loose and incorrect (not long enough to reach locking device) (6.1.6 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play to steering drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
  11. Pass123,403 miles (+27)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    123,403 miles
    Test number
    522718445044
    • 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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Idler ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  12. Fail123,376 miles (+66)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,376 miles
    Test number
    352367681982
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play steering idler arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureCentral Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
  13. Fail123,310 miles (+7,607)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,310 miles
    Test number
    111896167200
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear chassi cross member (6.6.6)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear chassi crossmember (6.1.B.2)
  14. Pass115,703 miles (+10,456)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    115,703 miles
    Test number
    728749895490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  15. Pass105,247 miles (+1,457)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    105,247 miles
    Test number
    328009084235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass103,790 miles (+8,586)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    103,790 miles
    Test number
    727717674147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,204 miles (+8,841)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    95,204 miles
    Test number
    118023983159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass86,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    86,363 miles
    Test number
    447845982193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,363 miles (+8,778)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,363 miles
    Test number
    525855082189
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureBrake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • NoteHand brake high
  20. Pass77,585 miles (+8,086)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    77,585 miles
    Test number
    639972881188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail69,499 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,499 miles
    Test number
    150925570141
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  22. Pass69,499 miles (+8,156)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    69,499 miles
    Test number
    830655570155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,343 miles (+8,829)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    61,343 miles
    Test number
    781609269158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,514 miles (+7,100)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    52,514 miles
    Test number
    283999788496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,414 miles (+10,259)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    45,414 miles
    Test number
    800522577086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    35,155 miles
    Test number
    163196176455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail35,155 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,155 miles
    Test number
    364086076097
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Questions about T969 CWN

Does T969 CWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T969 CWN is valid until 20 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T969 CWN?
The MOT on T969 CWN is valid until 20 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T969 CWN done?
T969 CWN was recorded at 151,024 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 5,867 miles a year.
Has T969 CWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T969 CWN has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T969 CWN 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 T969 CWN find?
T969 CWN passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear u/j; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive engine oil.

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