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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,495 cc

70 DJMMOT history

70 DJM is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 6 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 127,980 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

70 DJM silver 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 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
127,980 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
70 DJM
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

70 DJM was last recorded at 127,980 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 4,572 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Aug 2024: 123,377 miles, lower than 127,740 miles on 2 Aug 2023.

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
123,408 miles · 13 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
4,572 miles
Average per year
6,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,980 miles
  • 2024 – 123,408 miles
  • 2023 – 127,740 miles
  • 2022 – 121,061 miles
  • 2021 – 119,885 miles
  • 2020 – 118,269 miles
  • 2019 – 114,246 miles
  • 2018 – 110,698 miles
  • 2017 – 106,228 miles
  • 2016 – 100,865 miles
  • 2015 – 89,171 miles
  • 2014 – 81,767 miles
  • 2013 – 73,964 miles
  • 2012 – 65,132 miles
  • 2011 – 54,273 miles
  • 2010 – 40,833 miles
  • 2009 – 24,761 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,980 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases BOX

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play REAR

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,980 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    127,980 miles
    Test number
    975349867349
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail127,970 miles (+4,562)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,970 miles
    Test number
    643329021538
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass123,408 miles (+31)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    123,408 miles
    Test number
    104727026452
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases BOX (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail123,377 miles (-4,363)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,377 miles
    Test number
    977761056936
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn REAR U/J (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases BOX (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass127,740 miles (+5,024)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    127,740 miles
    Test number
    689252370992
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail122,716 miles (+65)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,716 miles
    Test number
    577240129364
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play REAR (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer AXLE SWIVEL JOINT OIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail122,651 miles (+1,590)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,651 miles
    Test number
    178987553023
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 265/75*16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play REAR (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting CROSSMEMBER (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting CROSSMEMBER (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass121,061 miles (+1,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    121,061 miles
    Test number
    879896540475
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass119,885 miles (+1,616)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    119,885 miles
    Test number
    496322982511
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass118,269 miles (+4,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    118,269 miles
    Test number
    800243101324
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass114,246 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    114,246 miles
    Test number
    164947003244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,145 miles (+3,447)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,145 miles
    Test number
    640343722221
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  13. Pass110,698 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    110,698 miles
    Test number
    564726148698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail110,574 miles (+4,346)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,574 miles
    Test number
    254040360794
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front (box) (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

  15. Pass106,228 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    106,228 miles
    Test number
    505218244753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail106,225 miles (+5,360)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,225 miles
    Test number
    711412066790
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to back (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Pass100,865 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    100,865 miles
    Test number
    611864296830
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated in wax oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail100,865 miles (+11,694)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,865 miles
    Test number
    228106427103
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated in wax oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass89,171 miles (+7,404)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    89,171 miles
    Test number
    329152745174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass81,767 miles (+7,803)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    81,767 miles
    Test number
    765659924111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass73,964 miles (+8,832)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    73,964 miles
    Test number
    899474343124
    • NoteChip in windscreen

  22. Pass65,132 miles (+10,859)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,132 miles
    Test number
    227236042495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,273 miles (+13,440)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,273 miles
    Test number
    668960541117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,833 miles (+16,072)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    40,833 miles
    Test number
    363491140133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    24,761 miles
    Test number
    212156149487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 70 DJM

What vehicle is registration 70 DJM currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 70 DJM on a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 6 Jun 2006. 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 70 DJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 70 DJM is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on 70 DJM?
The MOT on 70 DJM is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 70 DJM done?
70 DJM was recorded at 127,980 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 6,163 miles a year.
Has 70 DJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 70 DJM has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on 70 DJM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Aug 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 70 DJM find?
70 DJM passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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