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Land Rover Series IIA

Green · Petrol · 1963 · 2,286 cc

GSJ 229MOT history

GSJ 229 is a green petrol Land Rover Series IIA first used on 1 Jun 1971. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 7,175 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
7,175 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
GSJ 229
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Series IIA
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,286 cc
Year of manufacture
1963
First used
1 Jun 1971
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

GSJ 229 was last recorded at 7,175 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Aug 2010: 124 miles, lower than 98,839 miles on 21 Aug 2009.

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
7,148 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
27 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 7,175 miles
  • 2025 – 7,148 miles
  • 2023 – 7,130 miles
  • 2022 – 7,042 miles
  • 2021 – 6,991 miles
  • 2020 – 6,864 miles
  • 2019 – 6,789 miles
  • 2018 – 6,625 miles
  • 2017 – 6,459 miles
  • 2015 – 6,236 miles
  • 2014 – 5,464 miles
  • 2013 – 2,701 miles
  • 2012 – 1,348 miles
  • 2011 – 699 miles
  • 2010 – 124 miles
  • 2009 – 98,839 miles
  • 2008 – 97,627 miles
  • 2007 – 96,503 miles
  • 2006 – 95,571 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass7,175 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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.

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis outrigger

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 31 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass7,175 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    7,175 miles
    Test number
    820539882548
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass7,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    7,148 miles
    Test number
    384327270743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail7,148 miles (+18)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,148 miles
    Test number
    187749528988
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass7,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    7,130 miles
    Test number
    224238261963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail7,130 miles (+88)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,130 miles
    Test number
    333150780086
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass7,042 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    7,042 miles
    Test number
    434081949732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail7,041 miles (+50)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,041 miles
    Test number
    776965923587
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass6,991 miles (+127)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    6,991 miles
    Test number
    154800019736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass6,864 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    6,864 miles
    Test number
    464958040293
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail6,864 miles (+75)9 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,864 miles
    Test number
    670820017889
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass6,789 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    6,789 miles
    Test number
    759676549099
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake drum damp
    • AdvisoryOffside front axle joint leaking
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  12. Fail6,789 miles (+164)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,789 miles
    Test number
    577812024147
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake drum damp
    • AdvisoryOffside front axle joint leaking
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  13. Pass6,625 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    6,625 miles
    Test number
    701125459525
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake drum covered in oil
    • AdvisoryRear axle in poor condition
    • AdvisoryN/s door mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryN/s/f, o/s/f and n/s/r hub seals leaking

  14. Fail6,624 miles (+165)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,624 miles
    Test number
    121930873550
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake drum covered in oil
    • AdvisoryRear axle in poor condition
    • AdvisoryN/s door mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryN/s/f, o/s/f and n/s/r hub seals leaking

  15. Pass6,459 miles (+223)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    6,459 miles
    Test number
    518811995212
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened All on vehicle (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear axle nearside strengthening brace corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front and nearside rear axle hub oil seals leaking

  16. Pass6,236 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    6,236 miles
    Test number
    744622513686
    • AdvisoryOil on back plate of nearside rear hub

  17. Fail6,235 miles (+771)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,235 miles
    Test number
    448139813591
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour broken (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryOil on back plate of nearside rear hub

  18. Pass5,464 miles (+2,763)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    5,464 miles
    Test number
    439230454336
    • NoteFuel tank damp
    • NoteNearside rear hub oil seal leak
    • NoteRear axal web corroded

  19. Pass2,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    2,701 miles
    Test number
    659529823373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail2,701 miles (+1,353)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,701 miles
    Test number
    358629723313
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

  21. Pass1,348 miles (+649)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    1,348 miles
    Test number
    446802032432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing
    • NoteNearside rear axle corroding
    • NoteNearside rear shockabsorber dust cover corroding

  22. Pass699 miles (+575)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    699 miles
    Test number
    667219941368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass124 miles (-98,715)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    124 miles
    Test number
    661030530224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass98,839 miles (+1,212)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    98,839 miles
    Test number
    331413539231
    • NoteFront spring bushes slightly worn
    • NoteRear reflectors built into lamps - nearside one slightly faded

  25. Pass97,627 miles (+1,124)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    97,627 miles
    Test number
    182036928267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass96,503 miles (+932)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    96,503 miles
    Test number
    611737527258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass95,571 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    95,571 miles
    Test number
    824043646250
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about GSJ 229

What vehicle is registration GSJ 229 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show GSJ 229 on a green petrol Land Rover Series IIA first used on 1 Jun 1971. 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 GSJ 229 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on GSJ 229 is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on GSJ 229?
The MOT on GSJ 229 is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has GSJ 229 done?
GSJ 229 was recorded at 7,175 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026.
Has GSJ 229 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. GSJ 229 has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on GSJ 229 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Aug 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on GSJ 229 find?
GSJ 229 passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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