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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

2 JANMOT history

2 JAN is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 11,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

2 JAN red 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 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
11,618 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
2 JAN
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

2 JAN was last recorded at 11,618 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Dec 2006: 100,052 miles, lower than 100,065 miles on 3 Jan 2006.
  • 2 Apr 2019: 150,001 miles, lower than 150,008 miles on 3 Apr 2018.
  • 21 Mar 2022: 2,082 miles, lower than 150,007 miles on 19 Mar 2021.

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
11,598 miles · 14 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 11,618 miles
  • 2024 – 9,323 miles
  • 2023 – 4,996 miles
  • 2022 – 2,082 miles
  • 2021 – 150,007 miles
  • 2020 – 150,007 miles
  • 2019 – 150,001 miles
  • 2018 – 150,008 miles
  • 2017 – 146,686 miles
  • 2016 – 142,917 miles
  • 2015 – 138,992 miles
  • 2014 – 134,414 miles
  • 2013 – 128,903 miles
  • 2012 – 124,975 miles
  • 2011 – 120,630 miles
  • 2010 – 116,016 miles
  • 2008 – 110,040 miles
  • 2006 – 100,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass11,618 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement as marked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt as marked

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 3 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass11,618 miles (+20)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    11,618 miles
    Test number
    856821233039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail11,598 miles (+2,275)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,598 miles
    Test number
    891046103226
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass9,323 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    9,323 miles
    Test number
    669814738167
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inop

  4. Fail9,299 miles (+4,303)1 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,299 miles
    Test number
    216994224474
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inop

  5. Pass4,996 miles (+2,914)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    4,996 miles
    Test number
    691693207227
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  6. Pass2,082 miles (-147,925)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    2,082 miles
    Test number
    913032599791
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass150,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    150,007 miles
    Test number
    400291457017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail150,007 miles2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,007 miles
    Test number
    532629986932
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass150,007 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    150,007 miles
    Test number
    769086110709
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt as marked (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail150,006 miles (+5)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,006 miles
    Test number
    296792632099
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting as marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt as marked (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass150,001 miles (-7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    150,001 miles
    Test number
    334433447115
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass150,008 miles (+3,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    150,008 miles
    Test number
    594408772888
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySlight free play steering drop link

  13. Pass146,686 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    146,686 miles
    Test number
    305690643378
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play front foward arm as marked (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r bearing slight play

  14. Fail146,686 miles (+3,769)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,686 miles
    Test number
    504246860177
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play front foward arm as marked (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r bearing slight play

  15. Pass142,917 miles (+3,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    142,917 miles
    Test number
    200517279269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass138,992 miles (+4,578)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    138,992 miles
    Test number
    965390295071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass134,414 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    134,414 miles
    Test number
    717115184012
    • NoteFront prop and rear prop U/J WORN

  18. Fail134,414 miles (+5,511)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,414 miles
    Test number
    309038674004
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront prop and rear prop U/J WORN

  19. Pass128,903 miles (+3,928)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    128,903 miles
    Test number
    495264773054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass124,975 miles (+32)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    124,975 miles
    Test number
    246183672056
    • DangerousOil leak

  21. Fail124,943 miles (+4,313)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,943 miles
    Test number
    299232572061
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  22. Pass120,630 miles (+4,614)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    120,630 miles
    Test number
    739258861067
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass116,016 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    116,016 miles
    Test number
    162179060400
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Fail116,015 miles (+5,975)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,015 miles
    Test number
    121049360428
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass110,040 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    110,040 miles
    Test number
    641321058336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail110,008 miles (+4,882)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,008 miles
    Test number
    683234048352
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  27. Pass105,126 miles (+5,074)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    105,126 miles
    Test number
    731849508009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass100,052 miles (-13)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    100,052 miles
    Test number
    814018236391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail100,065 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,065 miles
    Test number
    984203806068
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  30. Pass100,065 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    100,065 miles
    Test number
    994033506023
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about 2 JAN

What vehicle is registration 2 JAN currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 2 JAN on a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1994. 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 2 JAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 2 JAN is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 2 JAN?
The MOT on 2 JAN is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 2 JAN done?
2 JAN was recorded at 11,618 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026.
Has 2 JAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 2 JAN has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on 2 JAN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 4 Dec 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 2 JAN find?
2 JAN passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 6 more.

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