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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T780 CNLMOT history

T780 CNL is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 90,055 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
90,055 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,529 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T780 CNL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T780 CNL was last recorded at 90,055 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 105 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,950 miles · 6 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
105 miles
Average per year
2,529 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,055 miles
  • 2025 – 89,949 miles
  • 2024 – 89,636 miles
  • 2023 – 88,687 miles
  • 2022 – 84,718 miles
  • 2021 – 84,041 miles
  • 2020 – 81,206 miles
  • 2019 – 79,800 miles
  • 2018 – 79,544 miles
  • 2017 – 78,295 miles
  • 2015 – 76,559 miles
  • 2014 – 72,890 miles
  • 2013 – 69,080 miles
  • 2012 – 63,661 miles
  • 2011 – 59,106 miles
  • 2010 – 50,379 miles
  • 2009 – 41,754 miles
  • 2008 – 39,000 miles
  • 2007 – 38,697 miles
  • 2006 – 38,073 miles
  • 2005 – 37,137 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,055 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 4 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,055 miles (+105)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    90,055 miles
    Test number
    644107635439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,950 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    89,950 miles
    Test number
    822142536834
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  3. Fail89,949 miles (+313)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,949 miles
    Test number
    548410922124
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Pass89,636 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    89,636 miles
    Test number
    243856124735
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail89,631 miles (+944)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,631 miles
    Test number
    737191125769
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass88,687 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    88,687 miles
    Test number
    583115680065
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail88,686 miles (+3,968)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,686 miles
    Test number
    955154957985
    • MajorNearside Front 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 Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass84,718 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    84,718 miles
    Test number
    558431747927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail84,712 miles (+61)1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,712 miles
    Test number
    367792637190
    • MajorRear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.5.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass84,651 miles (+610)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    84,651 miles
    Test number
    303706611151
    • 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 Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass84,041 miles (+2,835)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    84,041 miles
    Test number
    161149715364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    81,206 miles
    Test number
    224118425115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail81,206 miles (+1,406)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,206 miles
    Test number
    214713982313
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

  14. Pass79,800 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    79,800 miles
    Test number
    679114842754
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  15. Fail79,800 miles (+256)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,800 miles
    Test number
    289102843564
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  16. Pass79,544 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    79,544 miles
    Test number
    955567796850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail79,532 miles (+1,237)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,532 miles
    Test number
    457351376850
    • DangerousCentral Rear Fuel tank insecure rubbing on rear axle (7.2.1)
    • FailureCentral Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

  18. Pass78,295 miles (+1,736)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    78,295 miles
    Test number
    219937401228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,559 miles (+3,669)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    76,559 miles
    Test number
    602883390889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,890 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    72,890 miles
    Test number
    146413794229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail72,877 miles (+3,797)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,877 miles
    Test number
    466361484299
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass69,080 miles (+5,419)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    69,080 miles
    Test number
    457081383265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear door corroded

  23. Pass63,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    63,661 miles
    Test number
    156823382233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail63,661 miles (+4,555)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,661 miles
    Test number
    907133782237
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass59,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    59,106 miles
    Test number
    305369071242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail59,106 miles (+8,727)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,106 miles
    Test number
    355519571445
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass50,379 miles (+61)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    50,379 miles
    Test number
    243557860217
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  28. Fail50,318 miles (+8,564)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,318 miles
    Test number
    303633550215
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  29. Pass41,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    41,754 miles
    Test number
    752718839291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail41,754 miles (+2,754)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,754 miles
    Test number
    314440739429
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  31. Pass39,000 miles (+303)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    39,000 miles
    Test number
    362378728402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass38,697 miles (+624)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    38,697 miles
    Test number
    354958627412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass38,073 miles (+936)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    38,073 miles
    Test number
    534446916284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass37,137 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    37,137 miles
    Test number
    662096815287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T780 CNL

Does T780 CNL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T780 CNL is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T780 CNL?
The MOT on T780 CNL is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T780 CNL done?
T780 CNL was recorded at 90,055 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 2,529 miles a year.
Has T780 CNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T780 CNL has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T780 CNL 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 T780 CNL find?
T780 CNL passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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