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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1989 · 2,395 cc

900 JOPMOT history

900 JOP is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Jun 1989. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 170,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

900 JOP 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 9 Dec 2026
Mileage
170,098 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
900 JOP
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,395 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
14 Jun 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

900 JOP was last recorded at 170,098 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 185 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Aug 2010: 132,848 miles, lower than 142,330 miles on 20 Aug 2010.

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
169,913 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
185 miles
Average per year
2,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 170,098 miles
  • 2024 – 169,683 miles
  • 2023 – 169,559 miles
  • 2022 – 169,460 miles
  • 2020 – 169,345 miles
  • 2019 – 168,838 miles
  • 2018 – 168,761 miles
  • 2017 – 168,598 miles
  • 2015 – 168,381 miles
  • 2014 – 168,090 miles
  • 2013 – 163,782 miles
  • 2012 – 156,798 miles
  • 2011 – 149,699 miles
  • 2010 – 132,848 miles
  • 2009 – 132,842 miles
  • 2008 – 131,097 miles
  • 2007 – 129,184 miles
  • 2006 – 123,006 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,098 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,098 miles (+185)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    170,098 miles
    Test number
    385129053350
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass169,913 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    169,913 miles
    Test number
    370607829080
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox front and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail169,890 miles (+207)8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,890 miles
    Test number
    999620048713
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust blow (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass169,683 miles (+124)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    169,683 miles
    Test number
    663100993243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass169,559 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    169,559 miles
    Test number
    121026690672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass169,460 miles (+115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    169,460 miles
    Test number
    930641815254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass169,345 miles (+507)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    169,345 miles
    Test number
    312639018409
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass168,838 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    168,838 miles
    Test number
    341036220375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass168,761 miles (+163)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    168,761 miles
    Test number
    528221222734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass168,598 miles (+217)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    168,598 miles
    Test number
    839520136768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass168,381 miles (+291)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    168,381 miles
    Test number
    538402972879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass168,090 miles (+4,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    168,090 miles
    Test number
    726453134214
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  13. Pass163,782 miles (+6,984)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    163,782 miles
    Test number
    136118713283
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  14. Pass156,798 miles (+7,099)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    156,798 miles
    Test number
    869410332239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass149,699 miles (+16,851)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    149,699 miles
    Test number
    406475331245
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass132,848 miles (-9,482)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    132,848 miles
    Test number
    752395830224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail142,330 miles (+9,488)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,330 miles
    Test number
    932462230209
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

  18. Pass132,842 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    132,842 miles
    Test number
    601063439291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail132,842 miles (+1,745)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,842 miles
    Test number
    504252639204
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass131,097 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    131,097 miles
    Test number
    312211138435
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front hub bearing slight play

  21. Fail131,097 miles (+1,913)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,097 miles
    Test number
    891241838224
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front hub bearing slight play

  22. Pass129,184 miles (+6,178)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    129,184 miles
    Test number
    954432167155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail123,006 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,006 miles
    Test number
    562358356108
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  24. Pass123,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    123,006 miles
    Test number
    912158656140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 900 JOP

What vehicle is registration 900 JOP currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 900 JOP on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Jun 1989. 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 900 JOP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 900 JOP is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 900 JOP?
The MOT on 900 JOP is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 900 JOP done?
900 JOP was recorded at 170,098 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 2,414 miles a year.
Has 900 JOP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 900 JOP has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on 900 JOP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Aug 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 900 JOP find?
900 JOP passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: coil spring corroded all four; oil leak, but not excessive front diff; oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak, and 1 more.

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