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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T648 CNWMOT history

T648 CNW is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 22 MOT tests, with 249,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
249,545 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
21 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,615 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T648 CNW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T648 CNW was last recorded at 249,545 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 5,536 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Jan 2022: 229,650 miles, lower than 233,467 miles on 15 Jan 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
244,009 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,536 miles
Average per year
7,615 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 249,545 miles
  • 2025 – 244,009 miles
  • 2024 – 239,527 miles
  • 2023 – 235,211 miles
  • 2022 – 229,650 miles
  • 2021 – 233,467 miles
  • 2020 – 216,799 miles
  • 2019 – 208,617 miles
  • 2018 – 200,113 miles
  • 2017 – 191,431 miles
  • 2016 – 182,579 miles
  • 2015 – 174,064 miles
  • 2014 – 166,103 miles
  • 2013 – 159,797 miles
  • 2012 – 152,987 miles
  • 2011 – 146,720 miles
  • 2010 – 138,139 miles
  • 2009 – 130,379 miles
  • 2007 – 126,659 miles
  • 2006 – 110,759 miles
  • 2005 – 94,511 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass249,545 miles
  • 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box. (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush o/s & n/s. (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush o/s & n/s. (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm ball joint. (2.1.3 (b) (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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass249,545 miles (+5,536)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    249,545 miles
    Test number
    791416642884
    • 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush o/s & n/s. (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush o/s & n/s. (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm ball joint. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass244,009 miles (+4,482)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    244,009 miles
    Test number
    534912758060
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat box Corroded

  3. Pass239,527 miles (+4,316)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    239,527 miles
    Test number
    796425917260
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass235,211 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    235,211 miles
    Test number
    307915947021
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play A frame ball joint. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm mounts. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail235,205 miles (+5,555)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,205 miles
    Test number
    550199500183
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play A frame ball joint. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm mounts. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass229,650 miles (-3,817)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    229,650 miles
    Test number
    524278980384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass233,467 miles (+16,668)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    233,467 miles
    Test number
    688932459509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass216,799 miles (+8,182)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    216,799 miles
    Test number
    392422254184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass208,617 miles (+8,504)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    208,617 miles
    Test number
    290791002910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass200,113 miles (+8,682)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    200,113 miles
    Test number
    352116999858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass191,431 miles (+8,852)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    191,431 miles
    Test number
    968528091288
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryTyres slightly perished

  12. Pass182,579 miles (+8,515)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    182,579 miles
    Test number
    657467236929
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryHeavily under sealed chassis repair

  13. Pass174,064 miles (+7,961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    174,064 miles
    Test number
    179429505440
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass166,103 miles (+6,306)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    166,103 miles
    Test number
    249653504091
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  15. Pass159,797 miles (+6,810)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    159,797 miles
    Test number
    919809903022
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  16. Pass152,987 miles (+6,267)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    152,987 miles
    Test number
    787254422009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  17. Pass146,720 miles (+8,581)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    146,720 miles
    Test number
    698812811066
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  18. Pass138,139 miles (+7,760)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    138,139 miles
    Test number
    524036910048
    • NoteNearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteWeap from N/S/F Hub seal

  19. Pass130,379 miles (+3,720)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    130,379 miles
    Test number
    134510119023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass126,659 miles (+15,900)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    126,659 miles
    Test number
    220462617343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass110,759 miles (+16,248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    110,759 miles
    Test number
    453057176235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass94,511 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    94,511 miles
    Test number
    732470175280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about T648 CNW

Does T648 CNW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T648 CNW is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T648 CNW?
The MOT on T648 CNW is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T648 CNW done?
T648 CNW was recorded at 249,545 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 7,615 miles a year.
Has T648 CNW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T648 CNW has failed 1 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T648 CNW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Jan 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T648 CNW find?
T648 CNW passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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