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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T992 STAMOT history

T992 STA is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 4 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 155,537 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
155,537 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T992 STA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T992 STA was last recorded at 155,537 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 2,958 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,579 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,958 miles
Average per year
4,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,537 miles
  • 2025 – 152,579 miles
  • 2024 – 149,752 miles
  • 2023 – 146,441 miles
  • 2022 – 143,674 miles
  • 2021 – 140,422 miles
  • 2020 – 135,900 miles
  • 2019 – 131,735 miles
  • 2018 – 126,663 miles
  • 2017 – 122,686 miles
  • 2016 – 117,136 miles
  • 2015 – 110,972 miles
  • 2014 – 106,401 miles
  • 2013 – 101,920 miles
  • 2012 – 97,607 miles
  • 2011 – 92,634 miles
  • 2010 – 86,691 miles
  • 2008 – 78,663 miles
  • 2007 – 74,695 miles
  • 2006 – 64,639 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,537 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering damper bush worn
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Coil spring corroded All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,537 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    155,537 miles
    Test number
    731711992817
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering damper bush worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail155,527 miles (+2,948)4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,527 miles
    Test number
    421690543723
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp with sidelamps on stop lamp not working (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering damper bush worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass152,579 miles (+15)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    152,579 miles
    Test number
    670672225463
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering damper bush worn
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both have deep cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail152,564 miles (+2,812)1 dangerous2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,564 miles
    Test number
    833688617710
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering damper bush worn
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both have deep cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass149,752 miles (+3,311)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    149,752 miles
    Test number
    199858152628
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt arm on box (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass146,441 miles (+2,767)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    146,441 miles
    Test number
    126877453508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass143,674 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    143,674 miles
    Test number
    747538857662
    • AdvisoryBrake servo damaged but function not impaired Corroded (1.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail143,664 miles (+3,242)1 major4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,664 miles
    Test number
    529939545298
    • MajorSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm drag link (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt 2.nd (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))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo damaged but function not impaired Corroded (1.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass140,422 miles (+4,522)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    140,422 miles
    Test number
    774334857615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass135,900 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    135,900 miles
    Test number
    268358623533
    • MinorFront Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside & offside track rod end second bar (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone B (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt slightly damaged nearside & offside (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  11. Fail135,900 miles (+4,165)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,900 miles
    Test number
    902098489597
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front bar (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside & offside track rod end second bar (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone B (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt slightly damaged nearside & offside (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  12. Pass131,735 miles (+5,072)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    131,735 miles
    Test number
    914886498993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass126,663 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    126,663 miles
    Test number
    745724645574
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnderside very muddy, brake pipes and chassis obscured

  14. Fail126,663 miles (+3,977)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,663 miles
    Test number
    477636312715
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box drop link (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnderside very muddy, brake pipes and chassis obscured

  15. Pass122,686 miles (+5,550)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    122,686 miles
    Test number
    562943920349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass117,136 miles (+78)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    117,136 miles
    Test number
    285537272063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Fail117,058 miles (+6,086)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,058 miles
    Test number
    846183290511
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass110,972 miles (+4,571)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    110,972 miles
    Test number
    839534645027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass106,401 miles (+4,481)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    106,401 miles
    Test number
    189991244069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass101,920 miles (+4,313)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    101,920 miles
    Test number
    226060053044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass97,607 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    97,607 miles
    Test number
    575026442063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail97,607 miles (+4,973)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,607 miles
    Test number
    515410742081
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass92,634 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    92,634 miles
    Test number
    727020241092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail92,566 miles (+5,875)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,566 miles
    Test number
    137275431014
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  25. Pass86,691 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    86,691 miles
    Test number
    492413250042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail86,607 miles (+7,944)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,607 miles
    Test number
    942658640006
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  27. Pass78,663 miles (+3,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    78,663 miles
    Test number
    302022478040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  28. Pass74,695 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    74,695 miles
    Test number
    244873577016
    • NoteAs previous vt 32

  29. Fail74,695 miles (+10,056)3 failures5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,695 miles
    Test number
    973273577008
    • FailureFront Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDamage to front no plate
    • NoteDamage to offside rear bodypanel
    • NoteDampness around steering box
    • NoteDriver seat ripped
    • NoteNearside rear & offside front tyres wearing unevenly

  30. Pass64,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    64,639 miles
    Test number
    214086696019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T992 STA

Does T992 STA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T992 STA is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T992 STA?
The MOT on T992 STA is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T992 STA done?
T992 STA was recorded at 155,537 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 4,583 miles a year.
Has T992 STA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T992 STA has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T992 STA 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 T992 STA find?
T992 STA passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 11 advisories: central front steering damper bush worn; nearside front inner brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front oil leak, but not excessive hub leaking, and 8 more.

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