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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

555 CDEMOT history

555 CDE is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 6 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 88,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

555 CDE silver 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 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
88,098 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
555 CDE
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

555 CDE was last recorded at 88,098 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 1,376 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Aug 2023: 84,872 miles, lower than 144,666 miles on 10 Oct 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
86,722 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,376 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,098 miles
  • 2025 – 86,722 miles
  • 2023 – 84,872 miles
  • 2015 – 144,666 miles
  • 2014 – 140,104 miles
  • 2013 – 139,466 miles
  • 2012 – 138,693 miles
  • 2011 – 137,678 miles
  • 2010 – 135,841 miles
  • 2009 – 130,728 miles
  • 2008 – 123,597 miles
  • 2007 – 113,296 miles
  • 2006 – 95,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,098 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated swivel oil seal leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated swivel oil seal leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Floor not fully secure (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front body to chassis mounting corroded but not seriously weakend

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,098 miles (+1,376)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    88,098 miles
    Test number
    101086853365
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated swivel oil seal leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated swivel oil seal leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Floor not fully secure (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass86,722 miles (+1,850)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    86,722 miles
    Test number
    595491663233
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass84,872 miles (-59,794)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    84,872 miles
    Test number
    159948309309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass144,666 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    144,666 miles
    Test number
    796129555362
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front body to chassis mounting corroded but not seriously weakend
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  5. Fail144,666 miles (+4,562)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,666 miles
    Test number
    970591492590
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front body to chassis mounting corroded but not seriously weakend
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  6. Pass140,104 miles (+638)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    140,104 miles
    Test number
    156643394272
    • NoteNo rear seats at time of test

  7. Pass139,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    139,466 miles
    Test number
    458710853104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail139,466 miles (+773)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,466 miles
    Test number
    348828643134
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  9. Pass138,693 miles (+1,015)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    138,693 miles
    Test number
    908500362120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass137,678 miles (+1,837)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    137,678 miles
    Test number
    357552751136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass135,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    135,841 miles
    Test number
    920274650144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail135,841 miles (+5,113)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,841 miles
    Test number
    890732850130
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass130,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    130,728 miles
    Test number
    980902169129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail130,728 miles (+91)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,728 miles
    Test number
    621840669190
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Fail130,637 miles (+7,040)1 dangerous15 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,637 miles
    Test number
    982382439109
    • DangerousOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureCentre Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteAdvise rear chassis crossmember showing signs of corrosion

  16. Pass123,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    123,597 miles
    Test number
    712570238140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail123,597 miles (+10,301)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,597 miles
    Test number
    851750238146
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass113,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    113,296 miles
    Test number
    234222547472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail113,296 miles (+17,426)14 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,296 miles
    Test number
    562812327152
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureSteering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

  20. Pass95,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    95,870 miles
    Test number
    373023646172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail95,870 miles (+232)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,870 miles
    Test number
    371753546113
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  22. Fail95,638 miles8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,638 miles
    Test number
    441005926166
    • FailureCentre Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureFront Ball joint ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about 555 CDE

What vehicle is registration 555 CDE currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 555 CDE on a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 6 Apr 2001. 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 555 CDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 555 CDE is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on 555 CDE?
The MOT on 555 CDE is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 555 CDE done?
555 CDE was recorded at 88,098 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026.
Has 555 CDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 555 CDE has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2015.
Has the mileage on 555 CDE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Aug 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 555 CDE find?
555 CDE passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated swivel oil seal leaking; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated swivel oil seal leaking; nearside front floor not fully secure, and 3 more.

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