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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T124 CFOMOT history

T124 CFO is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 187,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
187,193 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T124 CFO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T124 CFO was last recorded at 187,193 miles on 27 May 2026, 1,190 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Dec 2006: 90,986 miles, lower than 848,685 miles on 13 Dec 2005.
  • 18 Dec 2008: 101,339 miles, lower than 968,205 miles on 7 Dec 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
186,003 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,190 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,193 miles
  • 2025 – 186,003 miles
  • 2024 – 183,831 miles
  • 2023 – 179,479 miles
  • 2021 – 178,517 miles
  • 2020 – 176,399 miles
  • 2019 – 165,930 miles
  • 2018 – 157,110 miles
  • 2017 – 154,360 miles
  • 2016 – 149,925 miles
  • 2015 – 145,026 miles
  • 2014 – 140,486 miles
  • 2013 – 133,083 miles
  • 2012 – 129,354 miles
  • 2011 – 117,764 miles
  • 2010 – 106,133 miles
  • 2009 – 105,125 miles
  • 2008 – 101,339 miles
  • 2007 – 968,205 miles
  • 2006 – 91,072 miles
  • 2005 – 848,685 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,193 miles

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive steering box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,193 miles (+1,190)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    187,193 miles
    Test number
    731518819120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass186,003 miles (+2,172)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    186,003 miles
    Test number
    887193887393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass183,831 miles (+4,352)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    183,831 miles
    Test number
    869363205231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass179,479 miles (+962)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    179,479 miles
    Test number
    841024792027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass178,517 miles (+2,118)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    178,517 miles
    Test number
    174211376895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass176,399 miles (+341)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    176,399 miles
    Test number
    545406508456
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail176,058 miles (+10,128)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,058 miles
    Test number
    532265038952
    • DangerousFront Power steering component insecure and steering adversely affected drop arm off steering box (2.1.5 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake valve leaking on bulk head (1.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass165,930 miles (+49)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    165,930 miles
    Test number
    657865116469
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  9. Fail165,881 miles (+8,771)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,881 miles
    Test number
    618744703402
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  10. Pass157,110 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    157,110 miles
    Test number
    332311957611
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  11. Fail157,110 miles (+2,750)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,110 miles
    Test number
    410120069869
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low o/s and n/s (1.8)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  12. Pass154,360 miles (+4,435)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    154,360 miles
    Test number
    130117598308
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnderside heavily undersealed

  13. Pass149,925 miles (+4,899)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    149,925 miles
    Test number
    898046348839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass145,026 miles (+4,540)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    145,026 miles
    Test number
    806966365090
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSlight misting of oil around steering box

  15. Pass140,486 miles (+7,403)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    140,486 miles
    Test number
    596973054033
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass133,083 miles (+3,729)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    133,083 miles
    Test number
    965846423010
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Pass129,354 miles (+11,590)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    129,354 miles
    Test number
    696817832079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass117,764 miles (+11,631)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    117,764 miles
    Test number
    476351631004
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly scored
    • NoteSlight fluid leak from steering box

  19. Pass106,133 miles (+1,008)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    106,133 miles
    Test number
    800454630062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail105,125 miles (+3,786)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,125 miles
    Test number
    470876659309
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureRear Steering arm damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  21. Pass101,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    101,339 miles
    Test number
    233218158386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail101,339 miles (-866,866)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,339 miles
    Test number
    861263358350
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  23. Pass968,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    968,205 miles
    Test number
    422241147423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail968,205 miles (+877,133)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    968,205 miles
    Test number
    800729037394
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

  25. Pass91,072 miles (+86)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    91,072 miles
    Test number
    492653256400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail90,986 miles (-757,699)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,986 miles
    Test number
    244549846356
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSteering damper bush collasped

  27. Pass848,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    848,685 miles
    Test number
    333167245349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail848,685 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    848,685 miles
    Test number
    642176945385
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about T124 CFO

Does T124 CFO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T124 CFO is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T124 CFO?
The MOT on T124 CFO is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T124 CFO done?
T124 CFO was recorded at 187,193 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026.
Has T124 CFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T124 CFO has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2020.
Has the mileage on T124 CFO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 15 Dec 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T124 CFO find?
T124 CFO passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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