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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T30 CROMOT history

T30 CRO is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 36 MOT tests, with 94,182 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
94,182 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
36
20 passed · 16 failed
Per year
1,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T30 CRO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T30 CRO was last recorded at 94,182 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Dec 2008: 70,050 miles, lower than 79,048 miles on 9 Dec 2008.
  • 14 Aug 2020: 86,914 miles, lower than 148,747 miles on 13 Aug 2020.

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
94,174 miles · 14 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
1,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,182 miles
  • 2025 – 92,894 miles
  • 2024 – 91,892 miles
  • 2023 – 90,783 miles
  • 2022 – 88,597 miles
  • 2021 – 87,609 miles
  • 2020 – 86,914 miles
  • 2019 – 86,770 miles
  • 2018 – 86,498 miles
  • 2017 – 85,986 miles
  • 2016 – 85,617 miles
  • 2015 – 84,719 miles
  • 2014 – 83,991 miles
  • 2013 – 82,735 miles
  • 2012 – 81,604 miles
  • 2011 – 80,246 miles
  • 2010 – 79,055 miles
  • 2008 – 70,050 miles
  • 2007 – 79,040 miles
  • 2006 – 70,183 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,182 miles
  • AdvisoryBattery box is holed and corroded.
  • AdvisoryMultiple chassis welded repairs ,coverd in underseal difficult to inspect,the quality of the repais.

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure6 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

36 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,182 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    94,182 miles
    Test number
    236829652281
    • AdvisoryBattery box is holed and corroded.
    • AdvisoryMultiple chassis welded repairs ,coverd in underseal difficult to inspect,the quality of the repais.

  2. Fail94,174 miles (+1,280)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,174 miles
    Test number
    407232519137
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm front mounting at chassis - marked with chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm front mounting at chassis - marked with chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass92,894 miles (+1,002)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    92,894 miles
    Test number
    308317184902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass91,892 miles (+54)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    91,892 miles
    Test number
    654204973806
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside front & offside front floor area's
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside front inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear cross-member
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to nearside & offside chassis area's

  5. Fail91,838 miles (+1,055)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,838 miles
    Test number
    974588435412
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod insecurely attached marked with chalk (found with vehicle on hard standing & steering being shaken) (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis x2 - marked with chalk (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis - marked with chalk (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting under side of cross-member (marked with chalk) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (trailing arm mount) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside front & offside front floor area's
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside front inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear cross-member
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to nearside & offside chassis area's

  6. Pass90,783 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    90,783 miles
    Test number
    317207044484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick bush (upper) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear upper A frame ball joint gaiter deteriorating

  7. Fail90,766 miles (+2,169)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,766 miles
    Test number
    155929192898
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick bush (upper) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear upper A frame ball joint gaiter deteriorating

  8. Pass88,597 miles (+988)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    88,597 miles
    Test number
    609571556833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,609 miles (+695)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    87,609 miles
    Test number
    927185546588
    • AdvisoryFront radiator support panel corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOff side front inner wheel arch corroded & rusty
    • AdvisoryOff side head lamp glass damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear differential pivot joint corroded & dust cover perished
    • AdvisorySlight oil weep from rear differential sill
    • AdvisorySlight play in near side & off side rear wheel bearings
    • AdvisoryVehicle under body / chassis generally corroded & rusty

  10. Pass86,914 miles (-61,833)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    86,914 miles
    Test number
    723454351080
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail148,747 miles (+61,977)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,747 miles
    Test number
    687023738057
    • MajorDriver's door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass86,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    86,770 miles
    Test number
    427337105347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail86,770 miles (+272)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,770 miles
    Test number
    969141023087
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  14. Pass86,498 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    86,498 miles
    Test number
    999385097586
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak nearside front axle seal

  15. Fail86,492 miles (+506)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,492 miles
    Test number
    484481120527
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Axle steady bar X2 holes (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from nearside front axle seal

  16. Pass85,986 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    85,986 miles
    Test number
    882896089626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail85,975 miles (+358)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,975 miles
    Test number
    961917180916
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis outrigger (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis outrigger (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  18. Pass85,617 miles (+898)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    85,617 miles
    Test number
    730342322569
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside front axle swivel seal securing plates corroded

  19. Pass84,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    84,719 miles
    Test number
    609231625176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail84,719 miles (+728)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,719 miles
    Test number
    368699615157
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  21. Pass83,991 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    83,991 miles
    Test number
    319020324123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail83,986 miles (+1,251)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,986 miles
    Test number
    598937994058
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOffside & nearside rear brake disc backplates missing
    • NoteOffside front & rear suspension bump stops missing

  23. Pass82,735 miles (+6)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    82,735 miles
    Test number
    198831723174
    • NoteNearside front axle swivel housing slight leak
    • NoteOffside front & rear suspension bump stops missing

  24. Fail82,729 miles (+1,125)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,729 miles
    Test number
    888645303124
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOffside front & rear suspension bump stops missing
    • NoteSlight leak from nearside front axle swivel housing
    • NoteSlight wear in rear propshaft joint

  25. Pass81,604 miles (+5)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    81,604 miles
    Test number
    835354302197
    • NoteOffside & nearside front swivel housing seal rings corroded
    • NoteOffside front & rear suspension bump stops missing

  26. Fail81,599 miles (+1,353)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,599 miles
    Test number
    247920582090
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear brake caliper corroded
    • NoteOffside rear suspension bump stop missing

  27. Pass80,246 miles (+5)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    80,246 miles
    Test number
    797985501182
    • NoteNearside rear seatbelt webbing cut
    • NoteOffside rear suspension bump stop missing

  28. Fail80,241 miles (+1,186)8 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,241 miles
    Test number
    108986491444
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear seatbelt webbing cut
    • NoteOffside rear suspension bump stop missing

  29. Pass79,055 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    79,055 miles
    Test number
    580688890051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail79,053 miles (+9,003)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,053 miles
    Test number
    711936490006
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on inner edge

  31. Pass70,050 miles (-8,998)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    70,050 miles
    Test number
    663112858392
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  32. Fail79,048 miles (+8)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,048 miles
    Test number
    430784548371
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  33. Pass79,040 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    79,040 miles
    Test number
    182790817186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail79,037 miles (+8,854)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,037 miles
    Test number
    373458307130
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  35. Pass70,183 miles (+357)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    70,183 miles
    Test number
    272060006412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail69,826 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,826 miles
    Test number
    851544296068
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about T30 CRO

Does T30 CRO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T30 CRO is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T30 CRO?
The MOT on T30 CRO is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T30 CRO done?
T30 CRO was recorded at 94,182 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 1,193 miles a year.
Has T30 CRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T30 CRO has failed 16 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T30 CRO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 17 Dec 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T30 CRO find?
T30 CRO passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: battery box is holed and corroded.; multiple chassis welded repairs ,coverd in underseal difficult to inspect,the quality of the repais..

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