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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

P425 CFFMOT history

P425 CFF is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 6 Dec 1996. Its MOT expired on 12 Dec 2022 and it has passed 15 of 30 MOT tests, with 124,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2022.

P425 CFF blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Dec 2022
Mileage
124,799 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2022
MOT tests
30
15 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,465 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P425 CFF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
6 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

P425 CFF was last recorded at 124,799 miles on 12 Dec 2022, 291 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,508 miles · 13 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
291 miles
Average per year
2,465 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 124,799 miles
  • 2021 – 124,508 miles
  • 2020 – 124,502 miles
  • 2019 – 124,474 miles
  • 2017 – 124,222 miles
  • 2015 – 121,663 miles
  • 2014 – 117,547 miles
  • 2013 – 114,501 miles
  • 2012 – 102,470 miles
  • 2011 – 101,243 miles
  • 2010 – 101,141 miles
  • 2009 – 100,032 miles
  • 2008 – 94,738 miles
  • 2006 – 85,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail124,799 miles
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working Offside and nearside (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Upper suspension spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryReverse light not workingRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail124,799 miles (+291)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,799 miles
    Test number
    220250268171
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working Offside and nearside (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Upper suspension spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass124,508 miles (+6)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    124,508 miles
    Test number
    708815399073
    • AdvisoryClutch slipping
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass124,502 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    124,502 miles
    Test number
    982874569653
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail124,500 miles (+26)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,500 miles
    Test number
    967717408845
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis rail/ bumpstop area and centre cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis rail centre cross member area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  5. Pass124,474 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    124,474 miles
    Test number
    827471987751
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  6. Fail124,472 miles (+250)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,472 miles
    Test number
    666119051199
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chassis rail (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  7. Pass124,222 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    124,222 miles
    Test number
    101631944074
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine

  8. Fail124,218 miles (+620)3 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,218 miles
    Test number
    761651156765
    • DangerousBrake performance not tested Service brake and parking brake performance not tested due to vehicle being dangerous to drive (3.7.A.1)
    • DangerousSteering arm has relative movement at its fixings Steering box drop arm retaining nut loose (2.2.B.1h)
    • DangerousSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis rail at shock absorber top mounting point (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Chassis rail near rear outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine

  9. Pass123,598 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    123,598 miles
    Test number
    459207657409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Fail123,585 miles (+129)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,585 miles
    Test number
    145914336729
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe kinked caliper (3.6.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  11. Fail123,456 miles (+1,793)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,456 miles
    Test number
    122112580042
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded ns centre chassis in front of rear trailing arm mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded os centre chassis in front of rear trailing arm mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  12. Pass121,663 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    121,663 miles
    Test number
    867610229575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail121,655 miles (+79)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,655 miles
    Test number
    813470660458
    • FailureIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail121,576 miles (+4,029)8 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,576 miles
    Test number
    331709659229
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass117,547 miles (+3,046)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    117,547 miles
    Test number
    809510154371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass114,501 miles (+157)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    114,501 miles
    Test number
    605184543361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on the outer edge of the tread.

  17. Fail114,344 miles (+6,841)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,344 miles
    Test number
    698130543317
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on the outer edge of the tread.

  18. Pass107,503 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    107,503 miles
    Test number
    898993203014
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Fail107,465 miles (+4,995)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,465 miles
    Test number
    306462403035
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront centre seat belt not availiable to test

  20. Pass102,470 miles (+1,227)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    102,470 miles
    Test number
    839045802083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass101,243 miles (+102)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    101,243 miles
    Test number
    199286201086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail101,141 miles (+1,109)1 dangerous10 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,141 miles
    Test number
    251316310363
    • DangerousRear disks pitted .
    • FailureIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  23. Pass100,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    100,032 miles
    Test number
    631697939368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail100,032 miles (+448)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,032 miles
    Test number
    403060239409
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  25. Fail99,584 miles (+4,846)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,584 miles
    Test number
    481629309314
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  26. Pass94,738 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    94,738 miles
    Test number
    842046628347
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Fail94,737 miles (+2,125)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,737 miles
    Test number
    582966528308
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass92,612 miles (+91)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    92,612 miles
    Test number
    211965518071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  29. Fail92,521 miles (+7,345)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,521 miles
    Test number
    311940918062
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  30. Pass85,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    85,176 miles
    Test number
    874520226341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P425 CFF

Does P425 CFF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P425 CFF expired on 12 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P425 CFF?
The MOT on P425 CFF expired on 12 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P425 CFF done?
P425 CFF was recorded at 124,799 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2022, an average of 2,465 miles a year.
Has P425 CFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P425 CFF has failed 15 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on P425 CFF 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 P425 CFF find?
P425 CFF failed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects and 2 advisories: stop lamp(s) all not working offside and nearside; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper suspension spring mounting, and 3 more.

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