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White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T980 TCDMOT history

T980 TCD is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 167,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
167,219 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T980 TCD
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
13 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T980 TCD was last recorded at 167,219 miles on 22 May 2026, 5,879 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,340 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,879 miles
Average per year
4,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,219 miles
  • 2025 – 161,340 miles
  • 2024 – 155,419 miles
  • 2023 – 148,178 miles
  • 2021 – 146,483 miles
  • 2020 – 145,295 miles
  • 2019 – 142,611 miles
  • 2018 – 139,388 miles
  • 2017 – 136,957 miles
  • 2016 – 135,903 miles
  • 2015 – 131,418 miles
  • 2014 – 129,714 miles
  • 2013 – 122,823 miles
  • 2012 – 116,156 miles
  • 2011 – 108,771 miles
  • 2010 – 101,739 miles
  • 2009 – 94,106 miles
  • 2007 – 81,528 miles
  • 2006 – 77,363 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,219 miles
  • AdvisorySome play in steering drop arm joint, and near side front track rod end

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, 2020–2021

  • Off side and near side rear chassis rail areas rusted through

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower ball joint swivel has a light misting of oil coming from it

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,219 miles (+5,879)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    167,219 miles
    Test number
    297320487561
    • AdvisorySome play in steering drop arm joint, and near side front track rod end

  2. Pass161,340 miles (+5,921)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    161,340 miles
    Test number
    266115107933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass155,419 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    155,419 miles
    Test number
    180691400074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail155,382 miles (+7,204)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,382 miles
    Test number
    322520418702
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength mid off side chassis rail area rusted through (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass148,178 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    148,178 miles
    Test number
    399147200027
    • AdvisoryOff side and near side rear chassis rail areas rusted through

  6. Fail148,145 miles (+1,662)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,145 miles
    Test number
    257066837831
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength bottom of near side mid chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOff side and near side rear chassis rail areas rusted through

  7. Pass146,483 miles (+1,188)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    146,483 miles
    Test number
    807097567027
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Front Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass145,295 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    145,295 miles
    Test number
    580525727483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower ball joint swivel has a light misting of oil coming from it
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail145,295 miles (+2,684)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,295 miles
    Test number
    207785342781
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working Both rear bulbs (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower ball joint swivel has a light misting of oil coming from it
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass142,611 miles (+3,223)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    142,611 miles
    Test number
    857651257682
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  11. Pass139,388 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    139,388 miles
    Test number
    256087700216
    • AdvisorySome underside surface rust

  12. Fail139,388 miles (+2,431)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,388 miles
    Test number
    656538212053
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySome underside surface rust

  13. Pass136,957 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    136,957 miles
    Test number
    404888071750
    • AdvisorySome underside rust on chassi and coil springs

  14. Fail136,957 miles (+1,054)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,957 miles
    Test number
    287909822458
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySome underside rust on chassi and coil springs

  15. Pass135,903 miles (+4,485)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    135,903 miles
    Test number
    877212193444
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass131,418 miles (+1,704)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    131,418 miles
    Test number
    515889815190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass129,714 miles (+6,891)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    129,714 miles
    Test number
    847244114177
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass122,823 miles (+6,667)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    122,823 miles
    Test number
    965281003105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass116,156 miles (+7,385)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    116,156 miles
    Test number
    958992482086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass108,771 miles (+7,032)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    108,771 miles
    Test number
    416227381097
    • NoteOff side rear passenger lower door hinge pin broken.

  21. Pass101,739 miles (+7,633)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    101,739 miles
    Test number
    861336800191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass94,106 miles (+2)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    94,106 miles
    Test number
    372720119192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • NoteAdvise centre body mount starting to corrod
    • NoteFront wipers not parking
    • NoteMiddle rear seat lower cushion insecure
    • NoteRear prop shaft has play in sliding joint

  23. Fail94,104 miles (+12,576)5 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,104 miles
    Test number
    283287509437
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end excessively corroded and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • NoteAdvise centre body mount starting to corrod
    • NoteFront wipers not parking
    • NoteMiddle rear seat lower cushion insecure
    • NoteRear prop shaft has play in sliding joint

  24. Pass81,528 miles (+4,165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    81,528 miles
    Test number
    334799307120
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  25. Pass77,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    77,363 miles
    Test number
    633828796022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail77,229 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,229 miles
    Test number
    100118596498
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f tie bar mounting bush

Questions about T980 TCD

Does T980 TCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T980 TCD is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T980 TCD?
The MOT on T980 TCD is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T980 TCD done?
T980 TCD was recorded at 167,219 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 4,473 miles a year.
Has T980 TCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T980 TCD has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T980 TCD 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 T980 TCD find?
T980 TCD passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 1 advisory: some play in steering drop arm joint, and near side front track rod end.

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