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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,498 cc

T5 CFFMOT history

T5 CFF is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 135,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
135,446 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,726 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 CFF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 CFF was last recorded at 135,446 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 3,577 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jul 2009: 67,277 miles, lower than 626,827 miles on 12 Jun 2008.

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
131,869 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,577 miles
Average per year
4,726 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,446 miles
  • 2025 – 131,869 miles
  • 2024 – 127,930 miles
  • 2023 – 123,425 miles
  • 2022 – 119,051 miles
  • 2021 – 114,344 miles
  • 2020 – 110,793 miles
  • 2019 – 108,047 miles
  • 2018 – 104,296 miles
  • 2017 – 100,945 miles
  • 2016 – 97,763 miles
  • 2015 – 95,075 miles
  • 2014 – 90,790 miles
  • 2013 – 78,525 miles
  • 2011 – 72,010 miles
  • 2010 – 69,450 miles
  • 2009 – 67,277 miles
  • 2008 – 626,827 miles
  • 2007 – 52,170 miles
  • 2006 – 39,005 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,446 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

31 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,446 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    135,446 miles
    Test number
    848909687830
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail135,446 miles (+3,577)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,446 miles
    Test number
    857547262097
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass131,869 miles (+3,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    131,869 miles
    Test number
    543545564919
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass127,930 miles (+4,505)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    127,930 miles
    Test number
    214955725749
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass123,425 miles (+4,374)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    123,425 miles
    Test number
    971521606261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass119,051 miles (+4,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    119,051 miles
    Test number
    345942710328
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass114,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    114,344 miles
    Test number
    335619047358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail114,344 miles (+3,551)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,344 miles
    Test number
    982764388269
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass110,793 miles (+2,746)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    110,793 miles
    Test number
    746028947913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass108,047 miles (+3,751)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    108,047 miles
    Test number
    810595023070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass104,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    104,296 miles
    Test number
    137439353345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail104,296 miles (+3,351)2 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,296 miles
    Test number
    364417906897
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Pass100,945 miles (+3,182)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    100,945 miles
    Test number
    486206529484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    97,763 miles
    Test number
    371333311869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail97,763 miles (+2,688)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,763 miles
    Test number
    797697602861
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

  16. Pass95,075 miles (+4,285)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    95,075 miles
    Test number
    606822597911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass90,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    90,790 miles
    Test number
    776362844368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail90,790 miles (+6,296)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,790 miles
    Test number
    216442544378
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  19. Fail84,494 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,494 miles
    Test number
    156820814045
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass84,494 miles (+5,969)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    84,494 miles
    Test number
    649830614094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,525 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    78,525 miles
    Test number
    198122543081
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSmoke test just ok

  22. Fail78,525 miles (+21)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,525 miles
    Test number
    925202643078
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSmoke test just ok

  23. Fail78,504 miles (+6,494)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,504 miles
    Test number
    195220443002
    • FailureNearside Front 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 Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteOffside front wheel bearing slightley noisy
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low
    • NoteRear crossmember corroded near towbar

  24. Fail72,010 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,010 miles
    Test number
    165294671164
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass72,010 miles (+2,560)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    72,010 miles
    Test number
    866814671188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass69,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    69,450 miles
    Test number
    842650080179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail69,450 miles (+2,173)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,450 miles
    Test number
    400890980163
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  28. Pass67,277 miles (-559,550)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    67,277 miles
    Test number
    472692289177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass626,827 miles (+574,657)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    626,827 miles
    Test number
    443334368114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass52,170 miles (+13,165)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    52,170 miles
    Test number
    622266037172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass39,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    39,005 miles
    Test number
    944031236147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 CFF

Does T5 CFF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 CFF is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 CFF?
The MOT on T5 CFF is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 CFF done?
T5 CFF was recorded at 135,446 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 4,726 miles a year.
Has T5 CFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 CFF has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 CFF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Jul 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T5 CFF find?
T5 CFF passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear lower vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside rear lower vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security.

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