The road tax status for R168 CDU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for R168 CDU?

The MOT for R168 CDU is valid and due for renewal on or before 30 June 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of R168 CDU?

The recorded mileage for R168 CDU is 78,550 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R168 CDU ULEZ compliant?

No, R168 CDU 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

1998 Land Rover Defender 3.5L Petrol · R168 CDU

R168 CDU

1998 Land Rover Defender (3.5L, petrol). First registered 07/05/1998. Recorded mileage 78,550 miles. MOT valid until 30/06/2027.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin: 1998 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 30/06/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 78,550 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 3.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 78,550 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1998
Engine: 3528cc

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R168 CDU Key Findings

10 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 25/06/2026
78,550 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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R168 CDU Mileage History

08/04/200666,054 mi
08/04/200666,054 mi
23/11/201876,890 mi+10,836 mi
28/05/202077,498 mi+608 mi
25/05/202177,827 mi+329 mi
08/06/202277,845 mi+18 mi
06/06/202378,482 mi+637 mi
02/07/202478,497 mi+15 mi
13/06/202578,533 mi+36 mi
25/06/202678,550 mi+17 mi

Average of roughly 618 miles per year across 10 recorded odometer readings.

R168 CDU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 09:29

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

10 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Land Rover Defender (R168 CDU) between April 2006 and June 2026.

The record contains 9 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 25 June 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 (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 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: “Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)”; “Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)”; “Offside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)”.

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