The road tax status for CF53 UZD is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for CF53 UZD?

The MOT for CF53 UZD is valid and due for renewal on or before 27 October 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of CF53 UZD?

The recorded mileage for CF53 UZD is 179,317 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is CF53 UZD ULEZ compliant?

No, CF53 UZD does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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2004 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · CF53 UZD

CF53 UZD

2004 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 27/01/2004. Recorded mileage 179,317 miles. MOT valid until 27/10/2026.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin: 2004 · Cardiff
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 27/10/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 179,317 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 179,317 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2004
Engine: 2495cc

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CF53 UZD Key Findings

29 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 14/10/2025
179,317 miles recorded at latest MOT
11 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (41 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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CF53 UZD Mileage History

25/04/200739,828 mi
25/04/200739,832 mi+4 mi
23/04/200849,197 mi+9,365 mi
23/04/200849,197 mi
24/04/200956,540 mi+7,343 mi
16/07/201066,574 mi+10,034 mi
16/07/201066,574 mi
20/07/201176,382 mi+9,808 mi
20/07/201176,382 mi
01/08/201285,246 mi+8,864 mi
02/08/201285,246 mi
20/08/201394,511 mi+9,265 mi
20/08/201394,522 mi+11 mi
12/08/2014103,142 mi+8,620 mi
14/08/2014103,155 mi+13 mi
28/07/2015112,101 mi+8,946 mi
29/07/2015112,101 mi
31/08/2016121,497 mi+9,396 mi
06/09/2016121,501 mi+4 mi
30/08/2017130,122 mi+8,621 mi
21/08/2018138,924 mi+8,802 mi
23/08/2018138,927 mi+3 mi
28/08/2019147,557 mi+8,630 mi
21/09/2020156,131 mi+8,574 mi
09/11/2021159,978 mi+3,847 mi
14/07/2023163,639 mi+3,661 mi
18/07/2023163,639 mi
28/10/2024167,830 mi+4,191 mi
14/10/2025179,317 mi+11,487 mi

Average of roughly 7,551 miles per year across 29 recorded odometer readings.

CF53 UZD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Oct 2026, 20:43

MOT Analysis

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29 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Land Rover Defender (CF53 UZD) between April 2007 and October 2025.

The record contains 18 passes and 11 failures.

The most recent test on 14 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 11 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (41 issues), Lighting (40 issues), Steering (11 issues), Windscreen (10 issues), Suspension (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 75 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Central Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))”; “Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))”.

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