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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

F5 MJEMOT history

F5 MJE is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 117,034 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

F5 MJE 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 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
117,034 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,554 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F5 MJE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
24 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F5 MJE was last recorded at 117,034 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 2,484 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,550 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,484 miles
Average per year
3,554 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,034 miles
  • 2025 – 114,550 miles
  • 2024 – 113,459 miles
  • 2023 – 112,115 miles
  • 2020 – 112,083 miles
  • 2015 – 106,331 miles
  • 2014 – 95,505 miles
  • 2013 – 95,424 miles
  • 2012 – 87,767 miles
  • 2011 – 79,793 miles
  • 2010 – 71,933 miles
  • 2008 – 62,412 miles
  • 2007 – 55,570 miles
  • 2006 – 48,468 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,034 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake has notable but not excessive travelRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,034 miles (+2,484)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    117,034 miles
    Test number
    580894192307
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has notable but not excessive travel

  2. Pass114,550 miles (+1,091)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    114,550 miles
    Test number
    175319351939
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has notable but not excessive travel

  3. Pass113,459 miles (+1,344)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    113,459 miles
    Test number
    239525624651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass112,115 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,115 miles
    Test number
    472294343459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass112,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    112,083 miles
    Test number
    855185435105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail112,083 miles (+5,752)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,083 miles
    Test number
    487552894109
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass106,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    106,331 miles
    Test number
    859862565169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail106,331 miles (+10,826)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,331 miles
    Test number
    266331765179
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

  9. Pass95,505 miles (+81)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    95,505 miles
    Test number
    145813144119
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  10. Pass95,424 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    95,424 miles
    Test number
    468054563148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • 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)

  11. Fail95,424 miles (+7,657)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,424 miles
    Test number
    615877253190
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • 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)

  12. Pass87,767 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    87,767 miles
    Test number
    147714462152
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  13. Fail87,767 miles (+7,974)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,767 miles
    Test number
    507413362175
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass79,793 miles (+7,860)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    79,793 miles
    Test number
    665747441143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,933 miles (+9,521)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    71,933 miles
    Test number
    254405520450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail62,412 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,412 miles
    Test number
    430866838314
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

  17. Pass62,412 miles (+6,842)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    62,412 miles
    Test number
    824686338307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    55,570 miles
    Test number
    420837737467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail55,570 miles (+7,102)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,570 miles
    Test number
    961847337389
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

  20. Pass48,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    48,468 miles
    Test number
    462632016479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F5 MJE

Does F5 MJE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F5 MJE is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on F5 MJE?
The MOT on F5 MJE is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F5 MJE done?
F5 MJE was recorded at 117,034 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 3,554 miles a year.
Has F5 MJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F5 MJE has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on F5 MJE 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 F5 MJE find?
F5 MJE passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: rear prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively; handbrake has notable but not excessive travel.

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