The road tax status for T76 ARU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for T76 ARU?

The MOT for T76 ARU is valid and due for renewal on or before 28 August 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of T76 ARU?

The recorded mileage for T76 ARU is 176,905 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is T76 ARU ULEZ compliant?

No, T76 ARU does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1999 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · T76 ARU

T76 ARU

1999 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 04/06/1999. Recorded mileage 176,905 miles. MOT valid until 28/08/2027.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin: 1999
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 28/08/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 176,905 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 176,905 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1999
Engine: 2500cc

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T76 ARU Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2026
176,905 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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T76 ARU Mileage History

21/08/2023159,144 mi
30/08/2024166,891 mi+7,747 mi
28/08/2025173,803 mi+6,912 mi
20/08/2026176,881 mi+3,078 mi
21/08/2026176,905 mi+24 mi

Average of roughly 5,917 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

T76 ARU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Sept 2026, 06:49

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Land Rover Defender (T76 ARU) between August 2023 and August 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 21 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted top bolt loose (1.1.16 (c) (i))”; “Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))”.

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