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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T96 MOFMOT history

T96 MOF is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 5 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 156,880 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
156,880 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,315 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T96 MOF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T96 MOF was last recorded at 156,880 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,880 miles · 5 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,315 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,880 miles
  • 2025 – 152,282 miles
  • 2024 – 147,386 miles
  • 2023 – 143,041 miles
  • 2022 – 138,257 miles
  • 2020 – 132,626 miles
  • 2019 – 129,615 miles
  • 2018 – 124,219 miles
  • 2017 – 119,562 miles
  • 2016 – 113,596 miles
  • 2015 – 106,457 miles
  • 2014 – 100,136 miles
  • 2013 – 92,978 miles
  • 2012 – 87,583 miles
  • 2011 – 81,680 miles
  • 2010 – 75,262 miles
  • 2009 – 73,161 miles
  • 2008 – 68,709 miles
  • 2007 – 57,537 miles
  • 2006 – 51,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,880 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive hub seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,880 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    156,880 miles
    Test number
    116587376457
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive hub seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail156,880 miles (+4,598)2 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,880 miles
    Test number
    572276151365
    • DangerousOffside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached shock turrett (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt x2 (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive hub seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass152,282 miles (+3)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    152,282 miles
    Test number
    364554809242
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Fail152,279 miles (+4,893)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,279 miles
    Test number
    446633756172
    • MajorCentral Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass147,386 miles (+4,345)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    147,386 miles
    Test number
    113568613909
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass143,041 miles (+4,784)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    143,041 miles
    Test number
    684426571111
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2 (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOsf shock turret corrodid

  7. Pass138,257 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    138,257 miles
    Test number
    429277984408
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail138,257 miles (+5,631)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,257 miles
    Test number
    727342196289
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass132,626 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    132,626 miles
    Test number
    122868161382
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drag link (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail132,626 miles (+3,011)1 dangerous5 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,626 miles
    Test number
    889383202078
    • DangerousCentral Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorCentral Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid front to rear (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear x member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drag link (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass129,615 miles (+145)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    129,615 miles
    Test number
    902453676606
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective minor split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Fail129,470 miles (+5,251)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,470 miles
    Test number
    879993562134
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass124,219 miles (+93)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    124,219 miles
    Test number
    677197652062
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail124,126 miles (+4,564)1 dangerous1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,126 miles
    Test number
    996039955865
    • DangerousTowbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass119,562 miles (+5,966)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    119,562 miles
    Test number
    985391415085
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass113,596 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    113,596 miles
    Test number
    468992029018
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail113,590 miles (+7,133)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,590 miles
    Test number
    264870731501
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass106,457 miles (+6,321)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    106,457 miles
    Test number
    484067679955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass100,136 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    100,136 miles
    Test number
    425308854294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail100,125 miles (+7,147)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,125 miles
    Test number
    158795954207
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass92,978 miles (+5,395)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    92,978 miles
    Test number
    668507753298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass87,583 miles (+5,903)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    87,583 miles
    Test number
    745062052294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass81,680 miles (+6,418)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    81,680 miles
    Test number
    736888251277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass75,262 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    75,262 miles
    Test number
    300916740279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail75,207 miles (+2,046)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,207 miles
    Test number
    542894740298
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass73,161 miles (+4,452)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    73,161 miles
    Test number
    663662469178
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass68,709 miles (+11,172)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    68,709 miles
    Test number
    221963698044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass57,537 miles (+5,737)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    57,537 miles
    Test number
    352328487031
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass51,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    51,800 miles
    Test number
    882503196068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T96 MOF

Does T96 MOF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T96 MOF is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T96 MOF?
The MOT on T96 MOF is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T96 MOF done?
T96 MOF was recorded at 156,880 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 5,315 miles a year.
Has T96 MOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T96 MOF has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T96 MOF 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 MOF find?
T96 MOF passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front fluid leak, but not excessive hub seals; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 1 more.

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