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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

22 JCLMOT history

22 JCL is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 22 MOT tests, with 145,240 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

22 JCL green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
145,240 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
12 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,271 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
22 JCL
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

22 JCL was last recorded at 145,240 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 424 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Jan 2010: 91,696 miles, lower than 795,527 miles on 12 Aug 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
144,816 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
424 miles
Average per year
3,271 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,240 miles
  • 2025 – 144,816 miles
  • 2015 – 138,413 miles
  • 2014 – 132,570 miles
  • 2013 – 124,873 miles
  • 2012 – 117,157 miles
  • 2011 – 103,800 miles
  • 2010 – 91,696 miles
  • 2008 – 795,527 miles
  • 2006 – 79,282 miles
  • 2005 – 76,183 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,240 miles
  • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,240 miles (+424)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    145,240 miles
    Test number
    242013550985
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass144,816 miles (+6,403)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    144,816 miles
    Test number
    747339801697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass138,413 miles (+5,843)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    138,413 miles
    Test number
    557579835183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll chassis corrode

  4. Pass132,570 miles (+3)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    132,570 miles
    Test number
    685637774016
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteChassis is corroded
    • NotePlay in rear prop-shaft splines

  5. Fail132,567 miles (+179)7 dangerous5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,567 miles
    Test number
    175430474430
    • DangerousNearside Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • DangerousNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • DangerousOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteChassis is corroded
    • NotePlay in rear prop-shaft splines

  6. Fail132,388 miles (+7,515)13 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,388 miles
    Test number
    966239324013
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailurePassenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExtra rear seat fitted

  7. Pass124,873 miles (+9)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    124,873 miles
    Test number
    338716883096
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteO/s, steering damper bush has slight play

  8. Fail124,864 miles (+21)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,864 miles
    Test number
    407956333015
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering pump leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteSteering damper shocker play in bushes

  9. Fail124,843 miles (+7,686)9 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,843 miles
    Test number
    817815223058
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureSteering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteAll front steering boots perished but not split
    • NoteFront swiffels light covering of oil
    • NoteO/s/f seat belt frayed
    • NoteRear ladder hiding number plate slightly

  10. Pass117,157 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    117,157 miles
    Test number
    138093422000
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  11. Fail117,138 miles (+13,338)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,138 miles
    Test number
    327379112052
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureTowbar retaining device missing (6.6.3a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  12. Pass103,800 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    103,800 miles
    Test number
    505014811023
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  13. Fail103,800 miles (+12,104)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,800 miles
    Test number
    275323611022
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  14. Pass91,696 miles (-703,831)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    91,696 miles
    Test number
    770198600046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass795,527 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    795,527 miles
    Test number
    140625528234
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail795,527 miles (+716,046)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    795,527 miles
    Test number
    543665328246
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass79,481 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    79,481 miles
    Test number
    154173948042
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail79,481 miles (+199)1 failure3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,481 miles
    Test number
    522813248083
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass79,282 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    79,282 miles
    Test number
    974546926352
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail79,282 miles (+3,099)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,282 miles
    Test number
    643415026348
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail76,183 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,183 miles
    Test number
    282848435202
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

  22. Pass76,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    76,183 miles
    Test number
    373688435276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 22 JCL

What vehicle is registration 22 JCL currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 22 JCL on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 22 JCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 22 JCL is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on 22 JCL?
The MOT on 22 JCL is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 22 JCL done?
22 JCL was recorded at 145,240 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 3,271 miles a year.
Has 22 JCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 22 JCL has failed 10 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2014.
Has the mileage on 22 JCL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Jan 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 22 JCL find?
22 JCL passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play.

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