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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T197 CFOMOT history

T197 CFO is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 20 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 88,313 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2024
Mileage
88,313 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2023
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T197 CFO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T197 CFO was last recorded at 88,313 miles on 17 Jul 2023, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,289 miles · 11 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
3,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 88,313 miles
  • 2022 – 84,830 miles
  • 2021 – 75,366 miles
  • 2020 – 63,273 miles
  • 2019 – 46,566 miles
  • 2018 – 33,366 miles
  • 2017 – 33,108 miles
  • 2016 – 32,534 miles
  • 2015 – 32,209 miles
  • 2014 – 31,426 miles
  • 2013 – 30,399 miles
  • 2012 – 29,960 miles
  • 2011 – 29,824 miles
  • 2010 – 29,558 miles
  • 2009 – 29,250 miles
  • 2008 – 28,904 miles
  • 2007 – 28,538 miles
  • 2006 – 28,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,313 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,313 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    88,313 miles
    Test number
    114070746255
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail88,289 miles (+3,459)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,289 miles
    Test number
    832374190551
    • MajorExhaust system insecure rear mounting broken front pipe rubbing on sump (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass84,830 miles (+9,464)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    84,830 miles
    Test number
    842389471493
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass75,366 miles (+12,093)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    75,366 miles
    Test number
    706503133967
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust hitting gearbox

  5. Pass63,273 miles (+16,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    63,273 miles
    Test number
    228408000529
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass46,566 miles (+13,200)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,566 miles
    Test number
    257450758555
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass33,366 miles (+258)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    33,366 miles
    Test number
    806163277174
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear suspension bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules & retaining bracket corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion out rigger (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.6.6)

  8. Pass33,108 miles (+574)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    33,108 miles
    Test number
    546854758088
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryHeavy rust coating in general under vehicle

  9. Pass32,534 miles (+325)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    32,534 miles
    Test number
    244423690576
    • AdvisoryGeneral rust all over underneath --- not excessive

  10. Pass32,209 miles (+783)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    32,209 miles
    Test number
    209495805431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass31,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    31,426 miles
    Test number
    529184604166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail31,426 miles (+1,027)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,426 miles
    Test number
    968369994043
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteWater pump leaking.

  13. Pass30,399 miles (+439)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    30,399 miles
    Test number
    195337903196
    • NoteRust forming close to tow bar fixing. Not yet penetrated.
    • NoteSome rust on brake pipe along top of offside chassis rail.

  14. Pass29,960 miles (+136)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    29,960 miles
    Test number
    939192502127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,824 miles (+266)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    29,824 miles
    Test number
    136803801118
    • NoteClean off and paint / waxoil chassis
    • NoteClean off and waxoil all brake pipes
    • NoteClean up rear brakes/discs

  16. Pass29,558 miles (+308)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    29,558 miles
    Test number
    854744000194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,250 miles (+346)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    29,250 miles
    Test number
    244666709172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,904 miles (+366)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    28,904 miles
    Test number
    620957708181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,538 miles (+373)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    28,538 miles
    Test number
    250618407450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,165 miles
    Test number
    741243206182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T197 CFO

Does T197 CFO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T197 CFO expired on 28 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T197 CFO?
The MOT on T197 CFO expired on 28 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T197 CFO done?
T197 CFO was recorded at 88,313 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2023, an average of 3,485 miles a year.
Has T197 CFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T197 CFO has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T197 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 T197 CFO find?
T197 CFO passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2023 with 2 advisories: offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear crossmember.

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