The road tax status for HT56 CAU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for HT56 CAU?

The MOT for HT56 CAU is valid and due for renewal on or before 11 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of HT56 CAU?

The recorded mileage for HT56 CAU is 36,727 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is HT56 CAU ULEZ compliant?

No, HT56 CAU 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

MOT Valid

2007 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · HT56 CAU

HT56 CAU

2007 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 16/02/2007. Recorded mileage 36,727 miles. MOT valid until 11/04/2027.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin: 2007 · Portsmouth
MOT Status: Valid until 11/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 36,727 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 36,727 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2007
Engine: 2495cc

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HT56 CAU Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 13/04/2026
36,727 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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HT56 CAU Mileage History

24/05/202333,560 mi
11/03/202435,206 mi+1,646 mi
28/02/202535,641 mi+435 mi
08/04/202636,727 mi+1,086 mi
13/04/202636,727 mi

Average of roughly 1,096 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

HT56 CAU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Sept 2026, 08:32

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Land Rover Defender (HT56 CAU) between May 2023 and April 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 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: “Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))”.

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