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T209 MCA

1999 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

83,906 mi
Last recorded83,906 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Defender106,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT209 MCA
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 83,906 miles

Offside front seatbelt clip cover missing

Fail 18 Aug 2026 83,885 miles

Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (4.1.4 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt At steering box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside front seatbelt clip cover missing

Pass 16 Jun 2025 82,725 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2025 82,710 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 81,726 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 81,691 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam On Both head lamps (4.1.3 (b))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Out Rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Gearbox End (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Cover Missing (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 79,924 miles

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front propshaft rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 77,098 miles

slight corrosion on both front outriggers

Pass 10 Aug 2016 74,002 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear cross member corroded but not with in a prescribed area

Pass 18 Aug 2015 71,673 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 69,222 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 69,222 miles

Outer Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 66,810 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 64,248 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 61,572 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 61,572 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 59,028 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 56,424 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 53,620 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 51,269 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 46,598 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?

Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
3,550
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
181,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 77,499
Brake pipe excessively corroded 77,229
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57,749
position lamp(s) not working 53,914
Stop lamp not working 52,341
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T209 MCA is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1999 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 106,873 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Defender fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 77,499 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T209 MCA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Defender typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 27 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T209 MCA registered?

T209 MCA is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T209 MCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T209 MCA shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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