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Land Rover Defender

Purple · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T979 LGVMOT history

T979 LGV is a purple diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 256,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2026
Mileage
256,994 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T979 LGV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T979 LGV was last recorded at 256,994 miles on 26 Sept 2025, 1,630 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
255,364 miles · 6 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
1,630 miles
Average per year
7,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 256,994 miles
  • 2022 – 255,364 miles
  • 2021 – 252,102 miles
  • 2020 – 249,103 miles
  • 2019 – 245,502 miles
  • 2018 – 242,125 miles
  • 2017 – 233,767 miles
  • 2016 – 226,376 miles
  • 2015 – 219,591 miles
  • 2014 – 210,202 miles
  • 2013 – 200,589 miles
  • 2011 – 180,805 miles
  • 2010 – 170,898 miles
  • 2009 – 158,450 miles
  • 2008 – 145,720 miles
  • 2007 – 130,160 miles
  • 2006 – 120,094 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass256,994 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.

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Coil spring corroded All coil springs affected.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front seat belt stork covers missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass256,994 miles (+1,630)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    256,994 miles
    Test number
    365975845741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass255,364 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    255,364 miles
    Test number
    818428177639
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coil springs affected. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail255,363 miles (+23)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,363 miles
    Test number
    160525266634
    • MajorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coil springs affected. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail255,340 miles (+3,238)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,340 miles
    Test number
    459192087320
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CENTRE OUTER CHASSIS RAIL HOLED. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced "A" FRAME CROSS MEMBER CORRODED AND HOLED. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced BOTH CHASSIS RAILS INSIDE AND OUT NEAR REAR MOST CROSS MEMBER. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH. (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass252,102 miles (+2,999)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    252,102 miles
    Test number
    427375678498
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass249,103 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    249,103 miles
    Test number
    973669131861
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail249,094 miles (+3,592)2 dangerous11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,094 miles
    Test number
    331355813778
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint insecure in a stub axle (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle swivel joint insecure in a stub axle (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn a frame bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn a frame bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass245,502 miles (+3,377)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    245,502 miles
    Test number
    454769826568
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass242,125 miles (+8,358)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    242,125 miles
    Test number
    594360655315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass233,767 miles (+7,391)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    233,767 miles
    Test number
    708972015555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass226,376 miles (+13)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    226,376 miles
    Test number
    491903844383
    • AdvisoryFront seat belt stork covers missing
    • AdvisoryRear Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement a frame tie bar bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front c/spanner arm bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth running boards corroded
    • AdvisorySteering panhard rod bushes slightly worn

  12. Fail226,363 miles (+6,772)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,363 miles
    Test number
    884456777538
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight doesnt self centre (2.2.D.1)
    • FailureSteering wheel weakened by cracks broken and insecure (2.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront seat belt stork covers missing
    • AdvisoryRear Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement a frame tie bar bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front c/spanner arm bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth running boards corroded
    • AdvisorySteering panhard rod bushes slightly worn

  13. Pass219,591 miles (+9,389)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    219,591 miles
    Test number
    168625975429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass210,202 miles (+9,613)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    210,202 miles
    Test number
    875224884026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass200,589 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    200,589 miles
    Test number
    449447483056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail200,580 miles (+19,775)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,580 miles
    Test number
    747495483029
    • FailureCentre Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • FailureTie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

  17. Pass180,805 miles (+9,907)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    180,805 miles
    Test number
    167125191186
    • AdvisoryFront Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass170,898 miles (+12,448)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    170,898 miles
    Test number
    251204200138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteAdvise,drivers seatback slightly damaged.
    • NoteSteering box arm balljoint slightly worn.
    • NoteSteering box has slight oil leak.

  19. Pass158,450 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    158,450 miles
    Test number
    170727099446
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail158,443 miles (+12,723)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,443 miles
    Test number
    953927499069
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass145,720 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    145,720 miles
    Test number
    582541798029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  22. Fail145,713 miles (+15,553)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,713 miles
    Test number
    511181098019
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Pass130,160 miles (+10,066)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    130,160 miles
    Test number
    144051787494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass120,094 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    120,094 miles
    Test number
    222983206413
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about T979 LGV

Does T979 LGV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T979 LGV expired on 25 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T979 LGV?
The MOT on T979 LGV expired on 25 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T979 LGV done?
T979 LGV was recorded at 256,994 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 7,037 miles a year.
Has T979 LGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T979 LGV has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T979 LGV 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 T979 LGV find?
T979 LGV passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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