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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T181 CSAMOT history

T181 CSA is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 68,921 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
68,921 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,425 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T181 CSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T181 CSA was last recorded at 68,921 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,910 miles · 27 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
1,425 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,921 miles
  • 2025 – 68,228 miles
  • 2024 – 67,652 miles
  • 2023 – 67,392 miles
  • 2022 – 66,932 miles
  • 2021 – 66,534 miles
  • 2020 – 66,467 miles
  • 2019 – 65,679 miles
  • 2018 – 64,612 miles
  • 2017 – 63,243 miles
  • 2016 – 62,118 miles
  • 2015 – 60,332 miles
  • 2014 – 59,057 miles
  • 2013 – 57,341 miles
  • 2012 – 55,555 miles
  • 2011 – 53,574 miles
  • 2010 – 51,957 miles
  • 2009 – 50,127 miles
  • 2008 – 47,008 miles
  • 2007 – 43,791 miles
  • 2006 – 40,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,921 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel hub leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various places at chassis offside and nearside (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust corroded front to rear

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 engine area

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all rear seat belt prescribed areas corroded but not excessive at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,921 miles (+11)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    68,921 miles
    Test number
    292324436140
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront axle corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel hub leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various places at chassis offside and nearside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded front to rear

  2. Fail68,910 miles (+682)1 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,910 miles
    Test number
    194688230818
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront axle corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel hub leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various places at chassis offside and nearside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded front to read

  3. Pass68,228 miles (+1)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    68,228 miles
    Test number
    313122766096
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop link (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel hub leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all rear seat belt prescribed areas corroded but not excessive at time of test (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various parts of chassis offside and nearside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all chassis outriggers at body mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security offside and nearside rear chassis out riggers corroded at rear body mounts overall security not considered excessive (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail68,227 miles (+575)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,227 miles
    Test number
    345863432273
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop link (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel hub leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all rear seat belt prescribed areas corroded but not excessive at time of test (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various parts of chassis offside and nearside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all chassis outriggers at body mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security offside and nearside rear chassis out riggers corroded at rear body mounts overall security not considered excessive (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass67,652 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    67,652 miles
    Test number
    497939445167
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bumper/chassis area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission areas (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle at shock absorber mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle under sealed unable to fully inspect components

  6. Fail67,651 miles (+15)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,651 miles
    Test number
    959027989440
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bumper/chassis area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission areas (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle at shock absorber mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle under sealed unable to fully inspect components

  7. Fail67,636 miles (+244)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,636 miles
    Test number
    735181487383
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Fuel filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass67,392 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    67,392 miles
    Test number
    369544162673
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail67,392 miles (+460)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,392 miles
    Test number
    345008295831
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to hose (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass66,932 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    66,932 miles
    Test number
    868551449909
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail66,932 miles (+398)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,932 miles
    Test number
    161666485375
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass66,534 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    66,534 miles
    Test number
    117990998481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail66,534 miles (+67)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,534 miles
    Test number
    780637604629
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass66,467 miles (+788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    66,467 miles
    Test number
    673868435622
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub assembly (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter housing looks slightly damp but no leaks apparent

  15. Pass65,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    65,679 miles
    Test number
    812903238206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,679 miles (+1,067)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,679 miles
    Test number
    211615240260
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  17. Pass64,612 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    64,612 miles
    Test number
    146771665144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gear box area
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion at drivers seat (6.1.B.2)

  18. Fail64,611 miles (+1,368)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,611 miles
    Test number
    317126998154
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gear box area
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion at drivers seat (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing thin

  19. Pass63,243 miles (+1,125)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    63,243 miles
    Test number
    698087048840
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight coolant leak

  20. Pass62,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    62,118 miles
    Test number
    479405269239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail62,118 miles (+1,786)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,118 miles
    Test number
    950331091894
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass60,332 miles (+1,275)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    60,332 miles
    Test number
    266394935081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass59,057 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    59,057 miles
    Test number
    777450754008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail58,997 miles (+1,656)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,997 miles
    Test number
    658592844069
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass57,341 miles (+1,786)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    57,341 miles
    Test number
    877506243020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass55,555 miles (+1,981)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    55,555 miles
    Test number
    165446342098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass53,574 miles (+1,617)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    53,574 miles
    Test number
    939556141081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass51,957 miles (+1,830)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    51,957 miles
    Test number
    261964850054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass50,127 miles (+3,119)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    50,127 miles
    Test number
    884058649068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass47,008 miles (+3,217)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    47,008 miles
    Test number
    462620758008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass43,791 miles (+3,531)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    43,791 miles
    Test number
    342736847062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass40,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    40,260 miles
    Test number
    731492756051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T181 CSA

Does T181 CSA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T181 CSA is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T181 CSA?
The MOT on T181 CSA is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T181 CSA done?
T181 CSA was recorded at 68,921 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 1,425 miles a year.
Has T181 CSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T181 CSA has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T181 CSA 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 T181 CSA find?
T181 CSA passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with 13 advisories: central rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; front axle corroded; nearside front vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg, and 10 more.

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