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C23 CCT

1987 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

135,029 mi
Last recorded135,029 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Land Rover Defender131,673 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC23 CCT
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 135,029 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 May 2026 135,029 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2025 133,421 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 215,218 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 213,055 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 212,699 miles

Rear chassis has surface corrosion

Pass 30 Jun 2018 212,691 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 211,972 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 May 2016 211,418 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 211,080 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

wipers blades wearing

Pass 18 Jun 2014 210,764 miles

rear chassis corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2013 210,250 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 210,010 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 205,486 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 198,913 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 193,513 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

heavy engine oil leak

patches of heavy corrosion

rear bump stops missing

steering box and pipes damp

Pass 1 Feb 2008 190,555 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 185,618 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Dec 2005 175,262 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?

Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
3,550
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
181,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 77,499
Brake pipe excessively corroded 77,229
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57,749
position lamp(s) not working 53,914
Stop lamp not working 52,341
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C23 CCT is a 1987 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1987 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 131,673 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Defender fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 77,499 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C23 CCT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Defender typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 39 years old, this Land Rover Defender is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C23 CCT registered?

C23 CCT is a 1987 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is C23 CCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C23 CCT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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