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T317 DAX

1999 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests35 (20 pass, 15 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

101,754 mi
Last recorded101,754 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Defender106,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT317 DAX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 15 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2026 101,754 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2025 101,397 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2024 101,376 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Due to chassis condition (1.2.1 (g))

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Wipers don't park and remain in zone A (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Hole in out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Hole in out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Hole in chassis central and along bottom (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Hole in out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced 3 holes along chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear panel to chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Coil spring corroded All springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Bed attached to chassis numerous holes and weakened

Nearside Hole in attachment bed to chassis

Pass 16 Nov 2023 101,275 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion underside on most components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides end of rear outrigger chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced throughout (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2023 101,275 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion underside on most components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides end of rear outrigger chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced throughout (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 100,797 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2022 100,785 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 100,423 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 100,411 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 99,879 miles

Offside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2020 99,879 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength turret cone (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 98,162 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 98,161 miles

Brake performance not tested DUE TO AXLE MOUNTS (1.2.1 (g))

Central Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength O /S (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength TIE BAR MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded TO CALIPER (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded TO FLEXI (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength TIE BAR MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn A FRAME (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Body insecure to the extent that stability is seriously impaired X MEMBERS ROTTEN (6.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected REAR X MEMBER (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering linkage likely to become detached on box (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Sep 2018 96,682 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush movement in lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced On chassis below cab (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (x2) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush movement in lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (x2) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle Body in poor condition

Fail 13 Sep 2018 96,647 miles

Central Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength On cross member nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit On bucket (4.11 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Below fuel filter (x2) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Above fuel filter on top of chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Coolant low

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush movement in lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced On chassis below cab (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (x2) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Hole in rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush movement in lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (x2) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle Body in poor condition

Pass 1 Sep 2017 94,661 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both side chassis welded repair front and back (6.1.B.2)

Fail 29 Aug 2017 346,566 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Stop lamp not working bothsides (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering spring carrier rusted and holed (6.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both side chassis welded repair front and back (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 92,721 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

chassis corroded and patched

exhaust tailpipe missing

rear aux side light inop

Fail 2 Sep 2016 92,715 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings centre (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

chassis corroded and patched

exhaust tailpipe missing

rear aux side light inop

Pass 4 Sep 2015 90,837 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

Fail 3 Sep 2015 90,837 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet broken (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

Fail 25 Jul 2015 90,825 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play drop arm ball joint (2.2.B.1g) DANGEROUS

oil leak

rear chassis welded

Pass 9 Jul 2014 84,547 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 84,531 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 773,547 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 71,624 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 62,828 miles

slight play rear upper wish bone bushers

Fail 18 Jul 2011 62,259 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

slight play rear upper wish bone bushers

Pass 26 Jul 2010 59,437 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 59,345 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 59,336 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

drop arm steering joint grease cover not fitted

flakey corrosion on n/s/f o/s/f and n/s/r wheels

slight deteration on rear number plate

Pass 22 Jan 2008 54,308 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

drop arm steering joint grease cover not fitted fully

flakey corrosion on n/s/ n/s/f and o/s/f wheels

slight darkening on rear number plate

Pass 30 Jan 2007 44,525 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2006 38,275 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 38,275 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

all 4 wheels on vehicle heavly corroded

oil leak

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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T317 DAX is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 35 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T317 DAX, 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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T317 DAX is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 6 July 1999.

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