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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

S12 CMCMOT history

S12 CMC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 56,839 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

S12 CMC green 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 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
56,839 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,359 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 CMC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 CMC was last recorded at 56,839 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,838 miles · 18 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,359 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,839 miles
  • 2025 – 55,695 miles
  • 2024 – 55,038 miles
  • 2023 – 54,464 miles
  • 2022 – 53,559 miles
  • 2020 – 51,546 miles
  • 2019 – 50,991 miles
  • 2018 – 50,446 miles
  • 2017 – 49,886 miles
  • 2016 – 48,582 miles
  • 2015 – 48,015 miles
  • 2014 – 47,716 miles
  • 2013 – 47,368 miles
  • 2012 – 45,433 miles
  • 2011 – 44,068 miles
  • 2010 – 40,948 miles
  • 2009 – 37,115 miles
  • 2008 – 35,571 miles
  • 2007 – 34,230 miles
  • 2006 – 30,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,839 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Panhard rod o/s bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,839 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    56,839 miles
    Test number
    767057144058
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Panhard rod o/s bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail56,838 miles (+1,143)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,838 miles
    Test number
    533764678935
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn rear prop rear u/j (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Panhard rod o/s bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass55,695 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    55,695 miles
    Test number
    673511774964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail55,694 miles (+656)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,694 miles
    Test number
    392373537204
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass55,038 miles (+574)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    55,038 miles
    Test number
    879745142515
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both shockers top & bottom bushes (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass54,464 miles (+905)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    54,464 miles
    Test number
    254354046584
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front prop rear u/j (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear upper & lower bushes worn (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass53,559 miles (+2,013)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    53,559 miles
    Test number
    500955379825
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Front shaft rear u/j worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass51,546 miles (+555)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    51,546 miles
    Test number
    235440393582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass50,991 miles (+545)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    50,991 miles
    Test number
    739198854493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,446 miles (+560)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    50,446 miles
    Test number
    152944854633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass49,886 miles (+1,304)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    49,886 miles
    Test number
    915986601506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,582 miles (+567)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    48,582 miles
    Test number
    596343464024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,015 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    48,015 miles
    Test number
    828498965119
    • NoteGearbox leak
    • NoteMinor leak at n/s/f steering sphere
    • NoteSlight play in steering dampener bush

  14. Fail48,015 miles (+299)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,015 miles
    Test number
    456676855101
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteGearbox leak
    • NoteMinor leak at n/s/f steering sphere
    • NoteSlight play in steering dampener bush

  15. Pass47,716 miles (+348)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    47,716 miles
    Test number
    419267644188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass47,368 miles (+1,935)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    47,368 miles
    Test number
    725390923123
    • NoteSlight weapage at fuel pressure sensor

  17. Pass45,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    45,433 miles
    Test number
    546451432187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail45,433 miles (+1,365)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,433 miles
    Test number
    219151022447
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass44,068 miles (+3,120)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    44,068 miles
    Test number
    426247831122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNsr brake disc corroded

  20. Pass40,948 miles (+3,833)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    40,948 miles
    Test number
    164967660162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,115 miles (+1,544)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    37,115 miles
    Test number
    334057689111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,571 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    35,571 miles
    Test number
    180581658190
    • NoteRear crossmember corroded

  23. Fail35,571 miles (+1,341)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,571 miles
    Test number
    293971758140
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  24. Pass34,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,230 miles
    Test number
    280758747118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail34,230 miles (+4,160)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,230 miles
    Test number
    282748747117
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Fail30,070 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,070 miles
    Test number
    250958286151
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  27. Pass30,070 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    30,070 miles
    Test number
    754868786119
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about S12 CMC

Does S12 CMC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 CMC is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 CMC?
The MOT on S12 CMC is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 CMC done?
S12 CMC was recorded at 56,839 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 1,359 miles a year.
Has S12 CMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 CMC has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S12 CMC 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 S12 CMC find?
S12 CMC passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: front suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panhard rod o/s bush; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads.

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