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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T296 CFOMOT history

T296 CFO is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 20 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 82,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
82,400 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T296 CFO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T296 CFO was last recorded at 82,400 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,374 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,400 miles
  • 2025 – 82,374 miles
  • 2024 – 82,352 miles
  • 2023 – 82,300 miles
  • 2022 – 82,245 miles
  • 2021 – 82,187 miles
  • 2017 – 82,027 miles
  • 2016 – 81,710 miles
  • 2015 – 79,525 miles
  • 2014 – 79,339 miles
  • 2013 – 78,787 miles
  • 2012 – 77,911 miles
  • 2011 – 76,986 miles
  • 2010 – 76,014 miles
  • 2009 – 75,272 miles
  • 2008 – 74,131 miles
  • 2007 – 71,595 miles
  • 2006 – 70,158 miles
  • 2005 – 67,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,400 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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Fuel system component leaking

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,400 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    82,400 miles
    Test number
    593874933571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass82,374 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    82,374 miles
    Test number
    655507257651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass82,352 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    82,352 miles
    Test number
    755777205164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass82,300 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    82,300 miles
    Test number
    429586937593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass82,245 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    82,245 miles
    Test number
    271031255363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,187 miles (+160)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    82,187 miles
    Test number
    683228196917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,027 miles (+317)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    82,027 miles
    Test number
    981637164300
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded

  8. Pass81,710 miles (+2,185)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    81,710 miles
    Test number
    644884348832
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front and rear track control arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  9. Pass79,525 miles (+186)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    79,525 miles
    Test number
    815435755199
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteBoth no.plates water damaged
    • NoteExhaust flange corroded
    • NoteNearside spot light not working
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front cross member
    • NoteSterring damper bushes worn

  10. Pass79,339 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    79,339 miles
    Test number
    819682664107
    • NoteNo plate water damaged

  11. Fail79,338 miles (+551)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,338 miles
    Test number
    769712964199
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNo plate water damaged

  12. Pass78,787 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    78,787 miles
    Test number
    977589023105
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated

  13. Fail78,787 miles (+876)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,787 miles
    Test number
    639209723153
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated

  14. Pass77,911 miles (+925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    77,911 miles
    Test number
    457113472059
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass76,986 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    76,986 miles
    Test number
    189213271433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,982 miles (+968)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,982 miles
    Test number
    846668461041
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  17. Pass76,014 miles (+742)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    76,014 miles
    Test number
    190591880447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass75,272 miles (+1,141)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    75,272 miles
    Test number
    181103509271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly worn (6.6.1)

  19. Fail74,131 miles4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,131 miles
    Test number
    320816508461
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteWheels fitted to vehicle are protruding right to outer edge of wheel arches

  20. Pass74,131 miles (+2,536)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    74,131 miles
    Test number
    622866108238
    • NoteWheels fitted to vehicle are protruding right to outer edge of wheel arches

  21. Pass71,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    71,595 miles
    Test number
    181621007257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail71,595 miles (+1,437)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,595 miles
    Test number
    430861907264
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Pass70,158 miles (+2,289)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    70,158 miles
    Test number
    364067506274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  24. Pass67,869 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    67,869 miles
    Test number
    891950315218
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Questions about T296 CFO

Does T296 CFO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T296 CFO is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T296 CFO?
The MOT on T296 CFO is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T296 CFO done?
T296 CFO was recorded at 82,400 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 704 miles a year.
Has T296 CFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T296 CFO has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2014.
Has the mileage on T296 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 T296 CFO find?
T296 CFO passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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