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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

P555 CBRMOT history

P555 CBR is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 111,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

P555 CBR blue 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 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
111,501 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,059 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P555 CBR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P555 CBR was last recorded at 111,501 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 91 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,410 miles · 10 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
91 miles
Average per year
4,059 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,501 miles
  • 2025 – 111,410 miles
  • 2023 – 111,288 miles
  • 2021 – 110,906 miles
  • 2020 – 109,397 miles
  • 2019 – 106,510 miles
  • 2018 – 101,707 miles
  • 2017 – 97,102 miles
  • 2016 – 91,862 miles
  • 2015 – 89,548 miles
  • 2014 – 86,769 miles
  • 2013 – 82,850 miles
  • 2012 – 71,883 miles
  • 2011 – 63,390 miles
  • 2010 – 55,141 miles
  • 2009 – 46,164 miles
  • 2008 – 38,997 miles
  • 2007 – 34,658 miles
  • 2006 – 30,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,501 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Both front spherical ball seals leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front bushes on rear of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement stabilizer arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement stabilizer arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    111,501 miles
    Test number
    316554777018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail111,501 miles (+91)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,501 miles
    Test number
    710270794564
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass111,410 miles (+122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    111,410 miles
    Test number
    352255943020
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play on a frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis freshly under sealed front to rear

  4. Pass111,288 miles (+61)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    111,288 miles
    Test number
    457305766977
    • AdvisoryBoth front spherical ball seals leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front bushes on rear of vehicle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail111,227 miles (+321)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,227 miles
    Test number
    641193998211
    • MajorSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play To steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front spherical ball seals leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front bushes on rear of vehicle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,906 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    110,906 miles
    Test number
    784110800162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement stabilizer arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement stabilizer arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail110,903 miles (+1,506)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,903 miles
    Test number
    457016760806
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement stabilizer arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement stabilizer arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass109,397 miles (+2,887)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    109,397 miles
    Test number
    715612029621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,510 miles (+4,803)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,510 miles
    Test number
    533275173918
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront slight leak from swivel joints
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash

  10. Pass101,707 miles (+4,605)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    101,707 miles
    Test number
    939402263181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,102 miles (+5,240)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    97,102 miles
    Test number
    896354781942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,862 miles
    Test number
    178335659315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail91,862 miles (+2,314)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,862 miles
    Test number
    993442846553
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Pass89,548 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    89,548 miles
    Test number
    349564275148
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail89,548 miles (+2,779)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,548 miles
    Test number
    315644875151
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass86,769 miles (+3,919)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    86,769 miles
    Test number
    877047764101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,850 miles (+482)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    82,850 miles
    Test number
    795783063189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass82,368 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    82,368 miles
    Test number
    246309793069
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working

  19. Fail82,368 miles (+10,485)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,368 miles
    Test number
    377109193086
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working

  20. Pass71,883 miles (+8,493)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    71,883 miles
    Test number
    937449402163
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass63,390 miles (+8,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    63,390 miles
    Test number
    818198801116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass55,141 miles (+8,977)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    55,141 miles
    Test number
    234179500148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,164 miles (+7,167)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    46,164 miles
    Test number
    894797009122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,997 miles (+4,339)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    38,997 miles
    Test number
    350340608180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass34,658 miles (+3,921)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    34,658 miles
    Test number
    350644197021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    30,737 miles
    Test number
    733863496041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P555 CBR

Does P555 CBR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P555 CBR is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on P555 CBR?
The MOT on P555 CBR is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P555 CBR done?
P555 CBR was recorded at 111,501 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 4,059 miles a year.
Has P555 CBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P555 CBR has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on P555 CBR 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 P555 CBR find?
P555 CBR passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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