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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T993 UUTMOT history

T993 UUT is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 211,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Nov 2026
Mileage
211,622 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,974 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T993 UUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T993 UUT was last recorded at 211,622 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,622 miles · 13 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,974 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 211,622 miles
  • 2024 – 206,851 miles
  • 2023 – 201,267 miles
  • 2022 – 196,028 miles
  • 2021 – 189,689 miles
  • 2020 – 188,426 miles
  • 2019 – 187,913 miles
  • 2018 – 185,579 miles
  • 2017 – 182,327 miles
  • 2016 – 179,093 miles
  • 2015 – 176,171 miles
  • 2014 – 172,725 miles
  • 2013 – 164,210 miles
  • 2012 – 155,923 miles
  • 2011 – 147,789 miles
  • 2010 – 138,864 miles
  • 2009 – 134,108 miles
  • 2008 – 121,500 miles
  • 2007 – 115,874 miles
  • 2006 – 39,954 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,622 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bulkhead outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 28 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,622 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    211,622 miles
    Test number
    742950236567
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bulkhead outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail211,622 miles (+4,771)1 dangerous1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,622 miles
    Test number
    431229408793
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bulkhead outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass206,851 miles (+5,584)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    206,851 miles
    Test number
    537722825656
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive footwell (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bulkhead outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box bracket bolt missing but secure

  4. Pass201,267 miles (+5,239)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    201,267 miles
    Test number
    616276217343
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bulkhead outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component ball joint has slight play rear centre axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass196,028 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    196,028 miles
    Test number
    222188158500
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake disc slight misting of oil but brake does not appear to be affected

  6. Fail196,028 miles (+6,339)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,028 miles
    Test number
    233710648826
    • Repaired at testOffside Upper Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake disc slight misting of oil but brake does not appear to be affected

  7. Pass189,689 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    189,689 miles
    Test number
    702404602548
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component ball joint has slight play centre rear axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail189,689 miles (+1,263)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,689 miles
    Test number
    717785800366
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint excessively worn axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass188,426 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    188,426 miles
    Test number
    924581086201
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail188,426 miles (+513)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,426 miles
    Test number
    360141038987
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass187,913 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    187,913 miles
    Test number
    556092336827
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody and body mountings corroded
    • AdvisoryFront axle mounts corroded

  12. Fail187,885 miles (+2,306)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,885 miles
    Test number
    453597848322
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked with chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody and body mountings corroded
    • AdvisoryFront axle mounts corroded

  13. Pass185,579 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    185,579 miles
    Test number
    100446560356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front axle seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail185,576 miles (+3,249)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,576 miles
    Test number
    122818074276
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc contaminated disc contaminated with oil from axle seal (1.1.14 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front axle seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass182,327 miles (+215)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    182,327 miles
    Test number
    391651810343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel hub seal leaking oil.

  16. Fail182,112 miles (+3,019)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,112 miles
    Test number
    829632239181
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel hub seal leaking oil.

  17. Pass179,093 miles (+2,922)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    179,093 miles
    Test number
    661777022039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  18. Pass176,171 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    176,171 miles
    Test number
    769476347539
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail176,160 miles (+3,435)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,160 miles
    Test number
    761342767548
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass172,725 miles (+8,515)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    172,725 miles
    Test number
    986096784223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass164,210 miles (+8,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    164,210 miles
    Test number
    335906923394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Pass155,923 miles (+8,134)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    155,923 miles
    Test number
    118127872201
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSerpentine belt in poor condition

  23. Pass147,789 miles (+8,925)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    147,789 miles
    Test number
    419888791254
    • NoteSlight oil leak on nearside front hub.

  24. Pass138,864 miles (+4,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    138,864 miles
    Test number
    332767070476
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

  25. Pass134,108 miles (+13)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    134,108 miles
    Test number
    222513609392
    • NoteOffside front swivel hub has a slight leak from seal
    • NoteOffside headlamp has a crack but not affecting headlamp aim

  26. Fail134,095 miles (+12,595)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,095 miles
    Test number
    761021709375
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • NoteOffside front swivel hub has a slight leak from seal
    • NoteOffside headlamp has a crack but not affecting headlamp aim

  27. Pass121,500 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    121,500 miles
    Test number
    254181798232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail121,479 miles (+5,605)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,479 miles
    Test number
    442090798236
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Pass115,874 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    115,874 miles
    Test number
    553679387285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail115,871 miles (+75,917)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,871 miles
    Test number
    490616487283
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  31. Pass39,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    39,954 miles
    Test number
    143431776271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T993 UUT

Does T993 UUT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T993 UUT is valid until 14 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T993 UUT?
The MOT on T993 UUT is valid until 14 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T993 UUT done?
T993 UUT was recorded at 211,622 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 8,974 miles a year.
Has T993 UUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T993 UUT has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T993 UUT 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 T993 UUT find?
T993 UUT passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; offside drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 6 more.

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