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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T103 CFOMOT history

T103 CFO is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 99,628 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
99,628 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T103 CFO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T103 CFO was last recorded at 99,628 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,581 miles · 30 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
3,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,628 miles
  • 2025 – 95,455 miles
  • 2024 – 91,227 miles
  • 2023 – 89,999 miles
  • 2022 – 88,464 miles
  • 2020 – 86,726 miles
  • 2019 – 84,397 miles
  • 2018 – 83,053 miles
  • 2017 – 81,718 miles
  • 2016 – 80,618 miles
  • 2015 – 79,148 miles
  • 2014 – 78,031 miles
  • 2013 – 76,671 miles
  • 2012 – 71,416 miles
  • 2011 – 65,990 miles
  • 2010 – 60,240 miles
  • 2009 – 53,710 miles
  • 2008 – 48,345 miles
  • 2007 – 43,685 miles
  • 2006 – 38,689 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,628 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides caliper (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear trailing arm bush deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))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.

  • Coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,628 miles (+47)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    99,628 miles
    Test number
    650573247919
    • AdvisoryCentral Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear trailing arm bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail99,581 miles (+4,126)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,581 miles
    Test number
    303279429209
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis near trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear trailing arm bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass95,455 miles (+4,228)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    95,455 miles
    Test number
    604599617980
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass91,227 miles (+1,228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    91,227 miles
    Test number
    380138334913
    • AdvisoryFront chassis corrosion, hard to thumb pressure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass89,999 miles (+1,535)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    89,999 miles
    Test number
    589891346694
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryRear slight corrosion to rear chassis

  6. Pass88,464 miles (+1,738)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    88,464 miles
    Test number
    995591241520
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass86,726 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    86,726 miles
    Test number
    898934839306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front tca (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail86,725 miles (+2,328)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,725 miles
    Test number
    562544368052
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front tca (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass84,397 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,397 miles
    Test number
    849867973083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,387 miles (+1,334)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,387 miles
    Test number
    409939373049
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  11. Pass83,053 miles (+1,335)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    83,053 miles
    Test number
    413340749674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    81,718 miles
    Test number
    114762538313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail81,718 miles (+1,100)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,718 miles
    Test number
    853873338857
    • Repaired at testRear Towbar component insecure Nuts loose (6.6.1)

  14. Pass80,618 miles (+1,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    80,618 miles
    Test number
    254107710993
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion In the area of front axle bump stops (6.1.A.1)

  15. Pass79,148 miles (+1,117)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    79,148 miles
    Test number
    127470855034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,031 miles (+1,360)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    78,031 miles
    Test number
    768859744042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,671 miles (+18)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    76,671 miles
    Test number
    717817643057
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUndert body heavely under sealed

  18. Fail76,653 miles (+5,237)3 failures1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,653 miles
    Test number
    638115043070
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUndert body heavely under sealed

  19. Pass71,416 miles (+5,426)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    71,416 miles
    Test number
    218513952077
    • AdvisoryBrake servo repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pipes greased preventing full inspection
    • NoteN/s rear wheel rim slightly corroded

  20. Pass65,990 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    65,990 miles
    Test number
    226015951058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Fail65,989 miles (+5,749)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,989 miles
    Test number
    779335151052
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass60,240 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    60,240 miles
    Test number
    591485450074
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear chassis rusty.
    • NoteSlight play in steering uj.

  23. Fail60,235 miles (+6,525)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,235 miles
    Test number
    823415750050
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear chassis rusty.
    • NoteSlight play in steering uj.

  24. Pass53,710 miles (+5,365)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    53,710 miles
    Test number
    540504069058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteWiper judder on screen.

  25. Pass48,345 miles (+4,660)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    48,345 miles
    Test number
    883619358056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass43,685 miles (+4,996)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    43,685 miles
    Test number
    642300267077
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNumber plate starting to discolour.
    • NoteRear a frame mounts starting to corred.

  27. Pass38,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    38,689 miles
    Test number
    830480566048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail38,689 miles5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,689 miles
    Test number
    162949256019
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T103 CFO

Does T103 CFO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T103 CFO is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T103 CFO?
The MOT on T103 CFO is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T103 CFO done?
T103 CFO was recorded at 99,628 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 3,057 miles a year.
Has T103 CFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T103 CFO has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T103 CFO 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 T103 CFO find?
T103 CFO passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 7 advisories: central inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides chassis; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides caliper, and 4 more.

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