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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T48 CFXMOT history

T48 CFX is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 77,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
77,341 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T48 CFX
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
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T48 CFX was last recorded at 77,341 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 2,350 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,991 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,350 miles
Average per year
2,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,341 miles
  • 2025 – 74,991 miles
  • 2024 – 72,240 miles
  • 2023 – 69,946 miles
  • 2022 – 67,671 miles
  • 2021 – 64,922 miles
  • 2020 – 62,404 miles
  • 2019 – 59,233 miles
  • 2018 – 56,505 miles
  • 2017 – 53,947 miles
  • 2016 – 51,397 miles
  • 2015 – 49,086 miles
  • 2014 – 46,654 miles
  • 2013 – 44,107 miles
  • 2012 – 42,663 miles
  • 2011 – 41,721 miles
  • 2010 – 40,294 miles
  • 2009 – 38,418 miles
  • 2008 – 37,458 miles
  • 2007 – 35,828 miles
  • 2006 – 34,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,341 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (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.

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass77,341 miles (+2,350)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    77,341 miles
    Test number
    660381409243
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass74,991 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    74,991 miles
    Test number
    728599136330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail74,944 miles (+2,704)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,944 miles
    Test number
    980622032895
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt axle "A" frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass72,240 miles (+2,294)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    72,240 miles
    Test number
    726557232706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass69,946 miles (+2,275)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    69,946 miles
    Test number
    891848060141
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear end of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass67,671 miles (+2,749)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    67,671 miles
    Test number
    815240545093
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass64,922 miles (+2,518)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    64,922 miles
    Test number
    248769384951
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres slightly perished on inside walls

  8. Pass62,404 miles (+3,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,404 miles
    Test number
    998936100191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass59,233 miles (+2,728)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    59,233 miles
    Test number
    610215563418
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass56,505 miles (+2,558)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    56,505 miles
    Test number
    154035731838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,947 miles (+2,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    53,947 miles
    Test number
    960490727989
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  12. Pass51,397 miles (+2,311)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    51,397 miles
    Test number
    742283286057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass49,086 miles (+2,432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    49,086 miles
    Test number
    495860115083
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass46,654 miles (+2,547)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    46,654 miles
    Test number
    175083104441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,107 miles (+1,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    44,107 miles
    Test number
    547883003026
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass42,663 miles (+942)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    42,663 miles
    Test number
    998310632018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,721 miles (+1,427)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    41,721 miles
    Test number
    615918121024
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass40,294 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    40,294 miles
    Test number
    182628610415
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Fail40,294 miles (+1,876)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,294 miles
    Test number
    560108810010
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass38,418 miles (+960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    38,418 miles
    Test number
    144418329040
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass37,458 miles (+1,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    37,458 miles
    Test number
    202988628094
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass35,828 miles (+1,505)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    35,828 miles
    Test number
    753394827008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,323 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    34,323 miles
    Test number
    963100326059
    • NoteOffside seat belt slight damage caused by door catch.

Questions about T48 CFX

Does T48 CFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T48 CFX is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T48 CFX?
The MOT on T48 CFX is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T48 CFX done?
T48 CFX was recorded at 77,341 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 2,153 miles a year.
Has T48 CFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T48 CFX has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T48 CFX 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 T48 CFX find?
T48 CFX passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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