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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T96 BARMOT history

T96 BAR is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 184,953 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
184,953 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T96 BAR
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
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T96 BAR was last recorded at 184,953 miles on 28 Mar 2026, 1,014 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,939 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,014 miles
Average per year
4,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,953 miles
  • 2025 – 183,939 miles
  • 2023 – 182,539 miles
  • 2022 – 181,000 miles
  • 2021 – 179,024 miles
  • 2020 – 174,856 miles
  • 2019 – 169,273 miles
  • 2018 – 162,519 miles
  • 2016 – 155,949 miles
  • 2014 – 147,855 miles
  • 2013 – 143,344 miles
  • 2012 – 140,901 miles
  • 2011 – 137,790 miles
  • 2010 – 136,222 miles
  • 2009 – 133,552 miles
  • 2008 – 127,491 miles
  • 2007 – 121,191 miles
  • 2006 – 111,960 miles
  • 2005 – 98,614 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,953 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive steering box damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (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.

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor7 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn

    Major4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 27 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,953 miles (+1,014)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    184,953 miles
    Test number
    563850513196
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive steering box damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass183,939 miles (+1,400)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    183,939 miles
    Test number
    228697085007
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass182,539 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    182,539 miles
    Test number
    523499926670
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail182,539 miles (+21)5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,539 miles
    Test number
    530859212337
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail182,518 miles (+1,518)6 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,518 miles
    Test number
    409653513086
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass181,000 miles (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    181,000 miles
    Test number
    501834886267
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail180,997 miles (+1,973)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,997 miles
    Test number
    201220554883
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass179,024 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    179,024 miles
    Test number
    429268468771
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail179,022 miles (+4,166)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,022 miles
    Test number
    801407677776
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass174,856 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    174,856 miles
    Test number
    158766451755
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail174,849 miles (+5,576)1 dangerous9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,849 miles
    Test number
    733264970092
    • DangerousOffside Lower Intermediate drop arm insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings drop arm loose (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting x member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength centre x member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Lower Power steering component leaking box? (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting x member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass169,273 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    169,273 miles
    Test number
    194527648251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tia bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tia bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail169,273 miles (+6,754)10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,273 miles
    Test number
    653465554054
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low x2 (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn hockey (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting x member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Lower Power steering component leaking box (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tia bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tia bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass162,519 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    162,519 miles
    Test number
    327225430369
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush x2 hockey (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush x2 hockey (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit + abnormal wear (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail162,509 miles (+6,560)9 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,509 miles
    Test number
    302146609430
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low adjuster fault (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting x member (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting x member (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting x member (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush x2 hockey (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush x2 hockey (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit + abnormal wear (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass155,949 miles (+5,218)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    155,949 miles
    Test number
    326850741217
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  17. Pass150,731 miles (+2,876)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    150,731 miles
    Test number
    533920868442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush hocky (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush hocky (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass147,855 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    147,855 miles
    Test number
    109584124349
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Fail147,855 miles (+4,511)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,855 miles
    Test number
    306794324338
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  20. Pass143,344 miles (+2,443)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    143,344 miles
    Test number
    487569023453
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass140,901 miles (+3,111)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    140,901 miles
    Test number
    256052532325
    • AdvisoryFront Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass137,790 miles (+1,568)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    137,790 miles
    Test number
    428358721332
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Pass136,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    136,222 miles
    Test number
    340642300327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail136,322 miles (+2,770)1 dangerous4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,322 miles
    Test number
    771672100362
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteAll brake pipes surface corroded

  25. Pass133,552 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    133,552 miles
    Test number
    901135189209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail133,541 miles (+6,050)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,541 miles
    Test number
    554332179278
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass127,491 miles (+6,300)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    127,491 miles
    Test number
    312271528250
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass121,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    121,191 miles
    Test number
    163025407237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail121,191 miles (+9,231)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,191 miles
    Test number
    194305207267
    • Repaired at testIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  30. Pass111,960 miles (+13,346)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    111,960 miles
    Test number
    731323816240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass98,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    98,614 miles
    Test number
    480818305241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T96 BAR

Does T96 BAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T96 BAR is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T96 BAR?
The MOT on T96 BAR is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T96 BAR done?
T96 BAR was recorded at 184,953 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2026, an average of 4,177 miles a year.
Has T96 BAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T96 BAR has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T96 BAR 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 T96 BAR find?
T96 BAR passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front fluid leak, but not excessive steering box damp; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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