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Land Rover Defender

Black and Orange · Diesel · 2006 · 2,495 cc

C5 WJPMOT history

C5 WJP is a black and orange diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 15 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 220,798 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

C5 WJP black 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 15 Nov 2026
Mileage
220,798 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,034 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 WJP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black and Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 WJP was last recorded at 220,798 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 384 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,414 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
384 miles
Average per year
10,034 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 220,798 miles
  • 2024 – 220,414 miles
  • 2023 – 213,433 miles
  • 2022 – 204,325 miles
  • 2021 – 197,938 miles
  • 2020 – 193,991 miles
  • 2019 – 189,655 miles
  • 2018 – 180,748 miles
  • 2017 – 170,185 miles
  • 2016 – 149,341 miles
  • 2015 – 138,782 miles
  • 2014 – 126,584 miles
  • 2013 – 112,492 miles
  • 2012 – 97,367 miles
  • 2011 – 84,106 miles
  • 2010 – 69,730 miles
  • 2009 – 57,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,798 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear diff slight leak

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 Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,798 miles (+384)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    220,798 miles
    Test number
    113191068697
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff slight leak

  2. Pass220,414 miles (+6,981)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    220,414 miles
    Test number
    690947989043
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass213,433 miles (+9,108)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    213,433 miles
    Test number
    843578458123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass204,325 miles (+6,387)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    204,325 miles
    Test number
    982216965442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass197,938 miles (+3,947)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    197,938 miles
    Test number
    332984877496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass193,991 miles (+39)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    193,991 miles
    Test number
    140610261548
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play More than desirable (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracked on inner edge/sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail193,952 miles (+4,297)6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,952 miles
    Test number
    261540331500
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play More than desirable (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracked on inner edge/sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass189,655 miles (+90)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    189,655 miles
    Test number
    951850324542
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail189,565 miles (+8,817)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,565 miles
    Test number
    112549943327
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass180,748 miles (+10,563)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    180,748 miles
    Test number
    362775599179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  11. Pass170,185 miles (+336)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    170,185 miles
    Test number
    461638170710
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp switch works intermittenly

  12. Fail169,849 miles (+20,508)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,849 miles
    Test number
    730819033183
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking pipe from filter leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking regulator leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailurePassenger's seat insecure right hand front corner (6.2.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp switch works intermittenly

  13. Pass149,341 miles (+208)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    149,341 miles
    Test number
    980366170583
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play top uj (2.1.5)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnable to full inspect rear seat belts

  14. Fail149,133 miles (+10,351)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,133 miles
    Test number
    785214218532
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play top uj (2.1.5)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnable to full inspect rear seat belts

  15. Pass138,782 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    138,782 miles
    Test number
    406334505105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  16. Fail138,782 miles (+12,198)3 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,782 miles
    Test number
    667684005125
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  17. Pass126,584 miles (+51)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    126,584 miles
    Test number
    669019824146
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  18. Fail126,533 miles (+14,041)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,533 miles
    Test number
    585562724121
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  19. Pass112,492 miles (+15,125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    112,492 miles
    Test number
    975244013131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  20. Fail97,367 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,367 miles
    Test number
    126597302166
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass97,367 miles (+13,261)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    97,367 miles
    Test number
    767327102104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,106 miles (+14,376)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    84,106 miles
    Test number
    439252731129
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass69,730 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    69,730 miles
    Test number
    762450720133
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Fail69,730 miles (+12,583)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,730 miles
    Test number
    643340420101
    • DangerousOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass57,147 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    57,147 miles
    Test number
    140895509263
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about C5 WJP

Does C5 WJP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 WJP is valid until 15 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on C5 WJP?
The MOT on C5 WJP is valid until 15 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 WJP done?
C5 WJP was recorded at 220,798 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 10,034 miles a year.
Has C5 WJP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 WJP has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on C5 WJP ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on C5 WJP find?
C5 WJP passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front side repeater slightly discoloured; nearside rear bump stop missing; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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