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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

23 CHTMOT history

23 CHT is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Apr 2000. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 124,411 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

23 CHT black 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 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
124,411 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,588 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
23 CHT
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
17 Apr 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

23 CHT was last recorded at 124,411 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 1,956 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,455 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,956 miles
Average per year
3,588 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,411 miles
  • 2025 – 122,455 miles
  • 2024 – 120,451 miles
  • 2023 – 118,491 miles
  • 2022 – 115,891 miles
  • 2021 – 113,236 miles
  • 2020 – 113,229 miles
  • 2019 – 107,880 miles
  • 2018 – 104,981 miles
  • 2017 – 102,476 miles
  • 2016 – 99,956 miles
  • 2015 – 96,320 miles
  • 2014 – 91,347 miles
  • 2012 – 82,657 miles
  • 2011 – 78,679 miles
  • 2010 – 75,941 miles
  • 2009 – 70,169 miles
  • 2008 – 65,738 miles
  • 2007 – 61,417 miles
  • 2006 – 53,296 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,411 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,411 miles (+1,956)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    124,411 miles
    Test number
    294552402959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass122,455 miles (+2,004)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    122,455 miles
    Test number
    651156319427
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass120,451 miles (+1,960)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    120,451 miles
    Test number
    736377763256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass118,491 miles (+2,600)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    118,491 miles
    Test number
    353279513354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass115,891 miles (+2,655)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    115,891 miles
    Test number
    439243940732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass113,236 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    113,236 miles
    Test number
    848631007630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail113,229 miles (+5,349)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,229 miles
    Test number
    923556675479
    • DangerousNearside Front Body component likely to become detached inner wing cover (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorRear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass107,880 miles (+2,899)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,880 miles
    Test number
    198010157969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass104,981 miles (+2,505)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    104,981 miles
    Test number
    604598610610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,476 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    102,476 miles
    Test number
    428928691252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail102,469 miles (+2,513)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,469 miles
    Test number
    634031911349
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBonnet retaining device insecure (8.4.2)
    • FailureBonnet retaining device insecure (8.4.2)
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  12. Pass99,956 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    99,956 miles
    Test number
    941547029245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Fail99,950 miles (+3,630)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,950 miles
    Test number
    845366662732
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported hanger (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass96,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    96,320 miles
    Test number
    828823125045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail96,320 miles (+4,973)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,320 miles
    Test number
    967632425039
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass91,347 miles (+8,690)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    91,347 miles
    Test number
    979327504022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    82,657 miles
    Test number
    756979532300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail82,657 miles (+103)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,657 miles
    Test number
    118059132314
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass82,554 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    82,554 miles
    Test number
    736098392229
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteMid section exhaust flange mount corroded

  20. Fail82,554 miles (+3,875)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,554 miles
    Test number
    929298692299
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteMid section exhaust flange mount corroded

  21. Pass78,679 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    78,679 miles
    Test number
    875509171225
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail78,679 miles (+2,738)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,679 miles
    Test number
    946449271297
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass75,941 miles (+5,772)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    75,941 miles
    Test number
    384139170413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass70,169 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    70,169 miles
    Test number
    462894359181
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM REAR AXLE OIL SEAL

  25. Fail70,169 miles (+4,431)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,169 miles
    Test number
    862144959145
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM REAR AXLE OIL SEAL

  26. Pass65,738 miles (+4,321)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    65,738 miles
    Test number
    351394758195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass61,417 miles (+8,121)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    61,417 miles
    Test number
    143538657121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass53,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    53,296 miles
    Test number
    232211806115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 23 CHT

What vehicle is registration 23 CHT currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 23 CHT on a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Apr 2000. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 23 CHT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 23 CHT is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on 23 CHT?
The MOT on 23 CHT is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 23 CHT done?
23 CHT was recorded at 124,411 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 3,588 miles a year.
Has 23 CHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 23 CHT has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on 23 CHT 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 23 CHT find?
23 CHT passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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