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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T971 LRTMOT history

T971 LRT is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 240,700 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
240,700 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,372 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T971 LRT
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
27 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T971 LRT was last recorded at 240,700 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 58 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Aug 2015: 10,162 miles, lower than 176,399 miles on 10 Sept 2014.
  • 29 Aug 2017: 19,525 miles, lower than 188,810 miles on 30 Aug 2016.

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
240,642 miles · 9 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
58 miles
Average per year
7,372 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 240,700 miles
  • 2025 – 234,346 miles
  • 2024 – 220,448 miles
  • 2023 – 217,425 miles
  • 2022 – 216,181 miles
  • 2021 – 213,863 miles
  • 2020 – 210,236 miles
  • 2019 – 204,446 miles
  • 2018 – 200,880 miles
  • 2017 – 19,525 miles
  • 2016 – 188,810 miles
  • 2015 – 10,162 miles
  • 2014 – 176,399 miles
  • 2013 – 170,604 miles
  • 2012 – 164,026 miles
  • 2011 – 157,575 miles
  • 2010 – 149,702 miles
  • 2009 – 135,405 miles
  • 2008 – 122,515 miles
  • 2007 – 109,330 miles
  • 2006 – 95,992 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass240,700 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Central Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Axle a frame balljoint

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Coated in underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass240,700 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    240,700 miles
    Test number
    646897803485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail240,642 miles (+6,296)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,642 miles
    Test number
    137305295601
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass234,346 miles (+154)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    234,346 miles
    Test number
    477145318446
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Axle a frame balljoint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Coated in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail234,192 miles (+13,744)1 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,192 miles
    Test number
    503555656372
    • DangerousOffside Rear Passenger's seat insecure Securing device insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Axle a frame balljoint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Coated in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass220,448 miles (+88)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    220,448 miles
    Test number
    662293317755
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear dif has free play

  6. Fail220,360 miles (+2,935)6 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,360 miles
    Test number
    923520607844
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front tie bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting main chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength has been repaired with fibre glass (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from bellhousing area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongy, possibly requires bleeding as all brake components are new
    • AdvisoryFree play in rear diff.

  7. Pass217,425 miles (+1,244)3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    217,425 miles
    Test number
    346101387980
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2 (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear chassis and chassis to body mount sign of repair covered with black substances
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis to body mount sign of repair covered with black substances
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis/ n/s to o/s sign of repair covered with black substances
    • AdvisoryEngine and gearbox mounts worn
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody, chassis and all the components are corroded & covered with mud

  8. Pass216,181 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    216,181 miles
    Test number
    582162988049
    • AdvisoryEngine and gearbox mounts worn

  9. Fail216,181 miles (+2,318)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,181 miles
    Test number
    309682146230
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine and gearbox mounts worn

  10. Pass213,863 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    213,863 miles
    Test number
    498448176847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail213,859 miles (+3,623)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,859 miles
    Test number
    836132119947
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

  12. Pass210,236 miles (+5,790)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    210,236 miles
    Test number
    960039735970
    • AdvisoryOil leak present from various sources

  13. Pass204,446 miles (+3,566)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    204,446 miles
    Test number
    764843560290
    • AdvisoryEngine mounts worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak present
    • AdvisoryProp shaft up deteriorated

  14. Pass200,880 miles (+181,355)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    200,880 miles
    Test number
    686193530120
    • AdvisoryNearside rear chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering system has fluid possible loss

  15. Pass19,525 miles (-169,285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    19,525 miles
    Test number
    107791180844
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded

  16. Pass188,810 miles (+178,648)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    188,810 miles
    Test number
    883274083333
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass10,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    10,162 miles
    Test number
    459331008089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail10,162 miles (-166,237)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,162 miles
    Test number
    305733522473
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  19. Pass176,399 miles (+5,795)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    176,399 miles
    Test number
    267193254290
    • DangerousFRONT PROPSHAFT FRONT UJ-JOINT WORN
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  20. Pass170,604 miles (+6,578)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    170,604 miles
    Test number
    369112953289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass164,026 miles (+6,451)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    164,026 miles
    Test number
    326115452498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  22. Pass157,575 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    157,575 miles
    Test number
    676736281138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteRear step insecure

  23. Fail157,575 miles (+7,873)3 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,575 miles
    Test number
    286689871405
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteRear step insecure

  24. Pass149,702 miles (+14,297)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    149,702 miles
    Test number
    654894910279
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  25. Pass135,405 miles (+12,890)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    135,405 miles
    Test number
    634917719287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

  26. Pass122,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    122,515 miles
    Test number
    120333408206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail122,515 miles (+13,185)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,515 miles
    Test number
    732910008211
    • FailureFront Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  28. Pass109,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    109,330 miles
    Test number
    980078497134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail109,330 miles (+13,338)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,330 miles
    Test number
    524557597166
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  30. Fail95,992 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,992 miles
    Test number
    204715406258
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  31. Pass95,992 miles (+6,690)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    95,992 miles
    Test number
    673545106221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass89,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    89,302 miles
    Test number
    673128056082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T971 LRT

Does T971 LRT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T971 LRT is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T971 LRT?
The MOT on T971 LRT is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T971 LRT done?
T971 LRT was recorded at 240,700 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 7,372 miles a year.
Has T971 LRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T971 LRT has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T971 LRT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 27 Aug 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T971 LRT find?
T971 LRT passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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