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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1987 · 2,494 cc

D1 VJCMOT history

D1 VJC is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 22 May 1987. Its MOT expired on 18 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 8,163 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2022.

D1 VJC grey 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 18 Nov 2023
Mileage
8,163 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
D1 VJC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
22 May 1987
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

D1 VJC was last recorded at 8,163 miles on 19 Nov 2022, 495 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Nov 2020: 3,189 miles, lower than 208,080 miles on 4 May 2019.

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
7,668 miles · 27 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 8,163 miles
  • 2021 – 7,668 miles
  • 2020 – 3,288 miles
  • 2019 – 208,080 miles
  • 2018 – 207,733 miles
  • 2015 – 206,235 miles
  • 2014 – 205,702 miles
  • 2013 – 204,506 miles
  • 2012 – 202,832 miles
  • 2011 – 198,899 miles
  • 2010 – 196,966 miles
  • 2009 – 192,914 miles
  • 2008 – 187,307 miles
  • 2007 – 181,554 miles
  • 2006 – 171,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass8,163 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass8,163 miles (+495)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    8,163 miles
    Test number
    898780879622
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass7,668 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    7,668 miles
    Test number
    435781419712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail7,662 miles (+4,374)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,662 miles
    Test number
    976983678047
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass3,288 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    3,288 miles
    Test number
    986544870157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail3,189 miles (-204,891)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,189 miles
    Test number
    739372203206
    • DangerousBody mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired hole next to body mounting on outer riger (6.2.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge osr osf nsf (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass208,080 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    208,080 miles
    Test number
    419781307899
    • MinorPosition lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour all front lights (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail208,080 miles (+347)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,080 miles
    Test number
    903245360880
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorPosition lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour all front lights (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass207,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    207,733 miles
    Test number
    278064460885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail207,733 miles (+1,498)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,733 miles
    Test number
    428272371941
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testPower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

  10. Pass206,235 miles (+533)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    206,235 miles
    Test number
    238768399997
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever light appears not to be working
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade would benefit from replacing
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks on the underside of the vehicle

  11. Pass205,702 miles (+148)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    205,702 miles
    Test number
    248506024199
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate damaged still eligable
    • NotePower steering belt loose
    • NoteRear differential leaking

  12. Fail205,554 miles (+1,048)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,554 miles
    Test number
    429012824156
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate damaged still eligable
    • NotePower steering belt loose
    • NoteRear differential leaking

  13. Pass204,506 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    204,506 miles
    Test number
    528169413159
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFog light switch intermittent fault
    • NoteFront brake pads has slight movement in the caliper
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteNearside wiper split
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff

  14. Fail204,506 miles (+1,674)1 repaired1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,506 miles
    Test number
    598259313131
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFog light switch intermittent fault
    • NoteFront brake pads has slight movement in the caliper
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteNearside wiper split
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff

  15. Pass202,832 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2013
    Odometer
    202,832 miles
    Test number
    879692122138
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteIntermittent fault with headlamps on dip beam
    • NoteMinor cuts and perishing to all tyres
    • NoteOil leaks

  16. Fail202,832 miles (+3,933)1 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,832 miles
    Test number
    927872022139
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteIntermittent fault with headlamps on dip beam
    • NoteMinor cuts and perishing to all tyres
    • NoteOil leaks

  17. Pass198,899 miles (+2)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    198,899 miles
    Test number
    286267721494
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteAll tyres cracking
    • NoteFront number plate damaged

  18. Fail198,897 miles (+1,931)10 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,897 miles
    Test number
    286993121111
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteAll tyres cracking

  19. Pass196,966 miles (+4,052)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    196,966 miles
    Test number
    142409890454
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBoth front headlamps cracked
    • NoteIntermitent fault with indicator switch and hazzards
    • NoteNearside front position light slightly dull

  20. Pass192,914 miles (+5,607)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    192,914 miles
    Test number
    413087009156
    • NoteFog light tell tale light intermitant
    • NoteSlight play in both rear wheel bearings

  21. Pass187,307 miles (+5,753)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    187,307 miles
    Test number
    293539018134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass181,554 miles (+10,369)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    181,554 miles
    Test number
    263082307452
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  23. Pass171,185 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    171,185 miles
    Test number
    373699506198
    • NoteN/s front wheel bearing has slight play

Questions about D1 VJC

Does D1 VJC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on D1 VJC expired on 18 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on D1 VJC?
The MOT on D1 VJC expired on 18 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has D1 VJC done?
D1 VJC was recorded at 8,163 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2022.
Has D1 VJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D1 VJC has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on D1 VJC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Nov 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on D1 VJC find?
D1 VJC passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2022 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front inner tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall; nearside rear inner tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall, and 1 more.

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