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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1988 · 2,494 cc

CEX 14MOT history

CEX 14 is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Feb 1988. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 266,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

CEX 14 red 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 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
266,023 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,138 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
CEX 14
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
1 Feb 1988
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

CEX 14 was last recorded at 266,023 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 899 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
265,124 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
899 miles
Average per year
3,138 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 266,023 miles
  • 2024 – 265,124 miles
  • 2023 – 261,661 miles
  • 2022 – 258,310 miles
  • 2021 – 256,776 miles
  • 2020 – 256,750 miles
  • 2019 – 256,631 miles
  • 2017 – 256,323 miles
  • 2016 – 255,846 miles
  • 2015 – 255,275 miles
  • 2014 – 249,547 miles
  • 2013 – 245,236 miles
  • 2012 – 235,457 miles
  • 2011 – 230,634 miles
  • 2010 – 225,234 miles
  • 2009 – 216,455 miles
  • 2008 – 211,778 miles
  • 2007 – 207,422 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass266,023 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak (gearbox)

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass266,023 miles (+899)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    266,023 miles
    Test number
    834661627876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak (gearbox)

  2. Pass265,124 miles (+3,463)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    265,124 miles
    Test number
    456115519953
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

  3. Pass261,661 miles (+1,947)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    261,661 miles
    Test number
    129444643735
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass259,714 miles (+1,404)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    259,714 miles
    Test number
    971690895268
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass258,310 miles (+1,534)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    258,310 miles
    Test number
    821429355292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front foot well slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear A frame ball joint boot slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisorySteering drop arm ball joint has slight play and boot slightly deteriorated

  6. Pass256,776 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    256,776 miles
    Test number
    906551134059
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass256,750 miles (+119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    256,750 miles
    Test number
    795512106192
    • AdvisorySlight oil under vehicle

  8. Pass256,631 miles (+308)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    256,631 miles
    Test number
    691789507613
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear body mount slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body mount corroded

  9. Pass256,323 miles (+477)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    256,323 miles
    Test number
    949244082033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion near body mount (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion near body mount (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Pass255,846 miles (+571)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    255,846 miles
    Test number
    733231260917
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass255,275 miles (+5,728)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    255,275 miles
    Test number
    265599085007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass249,547 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    249,547 miles
    Test number
    165217784085
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Fail249,547 miles (+4,311)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,547 miles
    Test number
    399687584045
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass245,236 miles (+9,779)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    245,236 miles
    Test number
    326292293068
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Pass235,457 miles (+4,823)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    235,457 miles
    Test number
    227759072090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass230,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    230,634 miles
    Test number
    677147991094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail230,634 miles (+5,400)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,634 miles
    Test number
    736827791055
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass225,234 miles (+8,779)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    225,234 miles
    Test number
    830891890099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass216,455 miles (+4,677)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    216,455 miles
    Test number
    340090399065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass211,778 miles (+4,356)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    211,778 miles
    Test number
    634088188051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass207,422 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    207,422 miles
    Test number
    984674597007
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Questions about CEX 14

What vehicle is registration CEX 14 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show CEX 14 on a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Feb 1988. 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 CEX 14 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on CEX 14 is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on CEX 14?
The MOT on CEX 14 is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has CEX 14 done?
CEX 14 was recorded at 266,023 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 3,138 miles a year.
Has CEX 14 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. CEX 14 has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2014.
Has the mileage on CEX 14 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 CEX 14 find?
CEX 14 passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front upper integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulk head; oil leak (gearbox).

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