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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V699 HNPMOT history

V699 HNP is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 7 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 141,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

V699 HNP blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
141,614 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V699 HNP
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
7 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V699 HNP was last recorded at 141,614 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,613 miles · 17 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,614 miles
  • 2025 – 137,145 miles
  • 2024 – 134,478 miles
  • 2023 – 129,123 miles
  • 2022 – 121,733 miles
  • 2021 – 121,553 miles
  • 2020 – 120,408 miles
  • 2019 – 110,792 miles
  • 2018 – 97,423 miles
  • 2017 – 83,334 miles
  • 2016 – 81,545 miles
  • 2015 – 77,152 miles
  • 2014 – 70,681 miles
  • 2013 – 66,548 miles
  • 2012 – 64,514 miles
  • 2011 – 62,386 miles
  • 2010 – 58,830 miles
  • 2009 – 55,436 miles
  • 2008 – 52,325 miles
  • 2007 – 50,056 miles
  • 2006 – 48,197 miles
  • 2005 – 46,685 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,614 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush, heavily perished and worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive multiple (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Park brake has travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both radius arm front bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 4 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,614 miles (+1)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    141,614 miles
    Test number
    561787860484
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush, heavily perished and worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive multiple (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail141,613 miles (+4,468)1 dangerous3 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,613 miles
    Test number
    110533993020
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake slack adjuster incorrectly adjusted (1.1.18 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush, heavily perished and worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive multiple (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass137,145 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    137,145 miles
    Test number
    217083416002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPark brake has travel
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both radius arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail137,145 miles (+2,667)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,145 miles
    Test number
    925911814341
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPark brake has travel
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both radius arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass134,478 miles (+5,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    134,478 miles
    Test number
    611798321073
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass129,123 miles (+7,390)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    129,123 miles
    Test number
    250701836127
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake Has Little Reserve Travel Left
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Number Plate Lamp Poor Light Output

  7. Pass121,733 miles (+180)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    121,733 miles
    Test number
    531125556087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass121,553 miles (+1,145)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    121,553 miles
    Test number
    308646850457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass120,408 miles (+9,616)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    120,408 miles
    Test number
    612986695215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,792 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    110,792 miles
    Test number
    179421260875
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail110,792 miles (+13,369)1 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,792 miles
    Test number
    850969717392
    • DangerousSteering component deformed to the extent that steering is affected STEERING DAMPER END BUSHES (2.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush LOWER BUSH (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush BOTH [ UPPER BUSHES (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass97,423 miles1 dangerous2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    97,423 miles
    Test number
    998527227515
    • DangerousNearside Front tyre rubbed when full turn left.
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside & Offside (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront differential oil leak

  13. Fail97,423 miles (+14,089)1 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,423 miles
    Test number
    871205226926
    • DangerousNearside Front tyre rubbed when full turn left.
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside & Offside (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront differential oil leak

  14. Pass83,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    83,334 miles
    Test number
    209063277961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail83,334 miles (+1,789)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,334 miles
    Test number
    494302549015
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass81,545 miles (+4,393)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    81,545 miles
    Test number
    942488947786
    • AdvisoryBoth track rod end, drag link and rear anti roll bar dust covers deteriorating
    • AdvisoryHairline crack rear exhaust section
    • AdvisoryNearside front outrigger corroding
    • AdvisoryPlay nearside front wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryRear axle brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryRear chassis cross rail corroding
    • AdvisoryRear upper shock absorber bushes weak
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush weak

  17. Pass77,152 miles (+6,471)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    77,152 miles
    Test number
    796580841473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryBoth sides track rod end dust covers deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear axle brake pipe corroding
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush weak
    • AdvisorySuspect fuel leak engine bay

  18. Pass70,681 miles (+4,133)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    70,681 miles
    Test number
    657789904346
    • NoteBoth track rod end and drag link dust covers deteriorating
    • NoteHairline crack exhaust rear section
    • NotePlay nearside front wheel bearing
    • NoteSteering damper bush weak

  19. Pass66,548 miles (+2,034)6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    66,548 miles
    Test number
    327038703304
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads getting low
    • NoteHairline crack exhaust rear section
    • NoteRear brake discs corrosion inhibited
    • NoteSteering damper bush deteriorating and weak
    • NoteVarious steel brake pipes corroding

  20. Pass64,514 miles (+2,128)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    64,514 miles
    Test number
    575189332391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,386 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    62,386 miles
    Test number
    117757451332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail62,359 miles (+3,529)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,359 miles
    Test number
    359666051395
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  23. Pass58,830 miles (+3,394)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    58,830 miles
    Test number
    914194950352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail55,436 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,436 miles
    Test number
    224687919329
    • 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)

  25. Pass55,436 miles (+3,111)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    55,436 miles
    Test number
    891777919378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass52,325 miles (+2,269)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    52,325 miles
    Test number
    601156778290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass50,056 miles (+1,859)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    50,056 miles
    Test number
    981069167227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass48,197 miles (+1,512)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    48,197 miles
    Test number
    164833766204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass46,685 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    46,685 miles
    Test number
    591827275293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about V699 HNP

Does V699 HNP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V699 HNP is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V699 HNP?
The MOT on V699 HNP is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V699 HNP done?
V699 HNP was recorded at 141,614 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 4,528 miles a year.
Has V699 HNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V699 HNP has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V699 HNP 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 V699 HNP find?
V699 HNP passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 14 advisories: coolant leak; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 11 more.

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