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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1997 · 2,494 cc

C8 JMDMOT history

C8 JMD is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 8 May 1997. Its MOT expired on 8 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 153,444 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2023.

C8 JMD green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Jul 2024
Mileage
153,444 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,099 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 JMD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
8 May 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 JMD was last recorded at 153,444 miles on 5 Jul 2023, 1,380 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,064 miles · 7 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
1,380 miles
Average per year
4,099 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 153,444 miles
  • 2022 – 152,064 miles
  • 2021 – 151,172 miles
  • 2020 – 150,211 miles
  • 2019 – 149,595 miles
  • 2018 – 148,989 miles
  • 2017 – 148,390 miles
  • 2016 – 147,644 miles
  • 2015 – 145,675 miles
  • 2014 – 143,167 miles
  • 2013 – 138,788 miles
  • 2012 – 134,343 miles
  • 2011 – 128,958 miles
  • 2010 – 122,668 miles
  • 2009 – 116,500 miles
  • 2008 – 106,213 miles
  • 2007 – 90,952 miles
  • 2006 – 84,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,444 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryComplete chassis slightly corroded

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.

  • Front brake discs inner faces corroding

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Service brake effort low

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Brake operation pressure/vacuum assistance close to minimum requirement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe corroding, front to back

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front brake pipe corroding on caliper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,444 miles (+1,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    153,444 miles
    Test number
    461226289169
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryComplete chassis slightly corroded

  2. Pass152,064 miles (+892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    152,064 miles
    Test number
    918182477450
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT AND REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass151,172 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    151,172 miles
    Test number
    220194771980
    • AdvisoryBrake operation pressure/vacuum assistance close to minimum requirement (1.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroding, front to back
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs inner faces corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pipe corroding on caliper
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryService brake effort low

  4. Fail151,167 miles (+956)14 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,167 miles
    Test number
    519589354261
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end seriously misaligned fouling drop arm (2.1.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm boot split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear axle a-frame ball joint boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake operation pressure/vacuum assistance close to minimum requirement (1.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroding, front to back
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs inner faces corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pipe corroding on caliper
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryService brake effort low

  5. Pass150,211 miles (+616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    150,211 miles
    Test number
    553105707225
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass149,595 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    149,595 miles
    Test number
    910960251797
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs inner faces corroding
    • AdvisoryService brake effort low
    • AdvisoryBall joint boots starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryDroparm ball joint slightly misaligned
    • AdvisoryWasher jet insecure

  7. Fail149,595 miles (+606)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,595 miles
    Test number
    786297517608
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs inner faces corroding
    • AdvisoryService brake effort low
    • AdvisoryBall joint boots starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryDroparm ball joint slightly misaligned
    • AdvisoryWasher jet insecure

  8. Pass148,989 miles (+599)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    148,989 miles
    Test number
    576140520226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass148,390 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    148,390 miles
    Test number
    785458622430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail148,378 miles (+734)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,378 miles
    Test number
    183588238255
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass147,644 miles (+1,969)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    147,644 miles
    Test number
    265633923926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass145,675 miles (+2,508)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    145,675 miles
    Test number
    979073575134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  13. Pass143,167 miles (+4,379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    143,167 miles
    Test number
    806036714236
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass138,788 miles (+4,445)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    138,788 miles
    Test number
    227192913222
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Pass134,343 miles (+5,385)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    134,343 miles
    Test number
    386835512276
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteO.S.R. brake disc inner face corroded

  16. Pass128,958 miles (+6,290)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    128,958 miles
    Test number
    386528831158
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass122,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    122,668 miles
    Test number
    294134130483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail122,668 miles (+6,168)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,668 miles
    Test number
    372830230141
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureRear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  19. Pass116,500 miles (+10,287)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    116,500 miles
    Test number
    170231419206
    • NoteOil light staying on then flickers.level checked before test level ok.

  20. Pass106,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    106,213 miles
    Test number
    684401878169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail106,213 miles (+15,261)2 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,213 miles
    Test number
    964031978159
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate slightly cracked
    • NoteNearside rear top shock absorber bush slight play
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted
    • NoteRear exhaust corroding and slightly leaking

  22. Pass90,952 miles (+6,734)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    90,952 miles
    Test number
    214323477447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass84,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    84,218 miles
    Test number
    322676426422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 JMD

Does C8 JMD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C8 JMD expired on 8 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C8 JMD?
The MOT on C8 JMD expired on 8 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C8 JMD done?
C8 JMD was recorded at 153,444 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2023, an average of 4,099 miles a year.
Has C8 JMD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 JMD has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on C8 JMD 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 C8 JMD find?
C8 JMD passed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2023 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back; complete chassis slightly corroded.

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