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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T452 CSAMOT history

T452 CSA is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 67,850 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Oct 2026
Mileage
67,850 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2025
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T452 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
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T452 CSA was last recorded at 67,850 miles on 10 Oct 2025, 1,069 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 May 2014: 46,270 miles, lower than 46,277 miles on 25 Mar 2014.

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
66,781 miles · 20 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,069 miles
Average per year
2,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 67,850 miles
  • 2024 – 66,781 miles
  • 2023 – 64,497 miles
  • 2022 – 60,597 miles
  • 2021 – 57,871 miles
  • 2019 – 57,326 miles
  • 2018 – 57,025 miles
  • 2017 – 54,286 miles
  • 2016 – 52,782 miles
  • 2015 – 49,150 miles
  • 2014 – 46,270 miles
  • 2013 – 41,599 miles
  • 2011 – 34,787 miles
  • 2010 – 30,469 miles
  • 2009 – 27,654 miles
  • 2008 – 26,422 miles
  • 2007 – 23,864 miles
  • 2006 – 22,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,850 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Slight diesel leak from fuel filter housing . (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,850 miles (+1,069)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    67,850 miles
    Test number
    184680008142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Slight diesel leak from fuel filter housing . (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass66,781 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    66,781 miles
    Test number
    983058923261
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  3. Fail66,781 miles (+34)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,781 miles
    Test number
    639620992143
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Fail66,747 miles (+2,250)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,747 miles
    Test number
    222738857770
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear track rod (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis rear cross member suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All front and rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass64,497 miles (+1)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    64,497 miles
    Test number
    793495701825
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Front and rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner and outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail64,496 miles (+3,899)6 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,496 miles
    Test number
    673924116928
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Entrance/exit door defective in operation Rear door does not open (9.1.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Front and rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner and outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass60,597 miles (+2,726)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    60,597 miles
    Test number
    439190646952
    • MinorHorn control insecure (7.7 (b))

  8. Pass57,871 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    57,871 miles
    Test number
    693368342228
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has been undersealed

  9. Fail57,871 miles (+545)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,871 miles
    Test number
    983619400190
    • Repaired at testHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has been undersealed

  10. Pass57,326 miles (+301)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    57,326 miles
    Test number
    510545152998
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis cross-member corroding.

  11. Pass57,025 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    57,025 miles
    Test number
    236918355309
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal has a slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt flexible stalk damaged cover missing of mechanism (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear chassis is corroded

  12. Fail57,025 miles (+2,739)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,025 miles
    Test number
    862128196603
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal has a slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt flexible stalk damaged cover missing of mechanism (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear chassis is corroded

  13. Pass54,286 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    54,286 miles
    Test number
    659598704359
    • AdvisoryRear chassis cross member corroding

  14. Fail54,285 miles (+1,503)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,285 miles
    Test number
    537550385872
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  15. Pass52,782 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    52,782 miles
    Test number
    350967879198
    • AdvisoryExhaust is very corroded

  16. Fail52,782 miles (+3,632)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,782 miles
    Test number
    355659337244
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is very corroded

  17. Pass49,150 miles (+4)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    49,150 miles
    Test number
    236871545135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteAll coil springs corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail49,146 miles (+2,876)1 failure5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,146 miles
    Test number
    405374235133
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteAll coil springs corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  19. Pass46,270 miles (-7)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    46,270 miles
    Test number
    378270454167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,277 miles (+4,678)15 failures6 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,277 miles
    Test number
    907164284085
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll tyres perished
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteSteering damper bush
    • NoteViscous fan

  21. Pass41,599 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    41,599 miles
    Test number
    237203353093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteBoth rear tyre badly perished
    • NoteDriver door check broken
    • NoteOffside front wheel bearing slightly noisy
    • NoteSteering damper bush slight play

  22. Fail41,599 miles (+6,812)2 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,599 miles
    Test number
    449220153091
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteBoth rear tyre badly perished
    • NoteDriver door check broken
    • NoteOffside front wheel bearing slightly noisy
    • NoteSteering damper bush slight play

  23. Pass34,787 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    34,787 miles
    Test number
    199013601277
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s mirror broken

  24. Fail34,787 miles (+4,318)8 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,787 miles
    Test number
    929650901258
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s mirror broken

  25. Pass30,469 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    30,469 miles
    Test number
    221648180169
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNearside mirror cracked

  26. Fail30,469 miles (+2,815)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,469 miles
    Test number
    192148880197
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNearside mirror cracked

  27. Pass27,654 miles (+1,232)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    27,654 miles
    Test number
    504880989186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,422 miles (+2,558)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    26,422 miles
    Test number
    871618868171
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  29. Pass23,864 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    23,864 miles
    Test number
    214786677440
    • NoteSteering damper bush

  30. Fail23,864 miles (+1,485)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,864 miles
    Test number
    240896677461
    • Repaired at testSteering component deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • NoteSteering damper bush

  31. Pass22,379 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    22,379 miles
    Test number
    164039476141
    • NotePropshaft joint badly worn

  32. Fail22,379 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,379 miles
    Test number
    212199676153
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • NotePropshaft joint badly worn

Questions about T452 CSA

Does T452 CSA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T452 CSA expired on 9 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T452 CSA?
The MOT on T452 CSA expired on 9 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T452 CSA done?
T452 CSA was recorded at 67,850 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2025, an average of 2,358 miles a year.
Has T452 CSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T452 CSA has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T452 CSA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 May 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T452 CSA find?
T452 CSA passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front seat belt buckle slightly damaged; offside rear fluid leak, but not excessive slight diesel leak from fuel filter housing ..

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