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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1990 · 2,495 cc

H184 JAFMOT history

H184 JAF is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Oct 1990. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 172,270 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

H184 JAF 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 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
172,270 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,628 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H184 JAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
3 Oct 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

H184 JAF was last recorded at 172,270 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,008 miles · 6 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
262 miles
Average per year
2,628 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 172,270 miles
  • 2024 – 160,972 miles
  • 2018 – 160,875 miles
  • 2017 – 158,692 miles
  • 2016 – 154,909 miles
  • 2015 – 150,803 miles
  • 2014 – 146,271 miles
  • 2013 – 141,726 miles
  • 2012 – 136,940 miles
  • 2011 – 131,759 miles
  • 2010 – 126,603 miles
  • 2009 – 125,235 miles
  • 2008 – 123,428 miles
  • 2007 – 121,914 miles
  • 2006 – 120,318 miles
  • 2005 – 119,221 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,270 miles
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive stub axle to axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel hub leakingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive stub axle to axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel hub leakingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer Box (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear diff input bearing wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres splitting in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded 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.

  • Stop lamp(s) all not working

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside steering damper slight play Chassis rusty and dirty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,270 miles (+262)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    172,270 miles
    Test number
    326561150951
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive stub axle to axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel hub leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive stub axle to axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel hub leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer Box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff input bearing worn
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres splitting in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail172,008 miles (+11,036)1 dangerous8 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,008 miles
    Test number
    676197180429
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn rear UJ (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear reflector missing both sides (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive stub axle to axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel hub leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive stub axle to axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel hub leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer Box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff input bearing worn
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres splitting in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass160,972 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    160,972 miles
    Test number
    336212331686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail160,971 miles (+96)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,971 miles
    Test number
    726801097983
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking diesel injection pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass160,875 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    160,875 miles
    Test number
    649514055300
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail160,875 miles (+2,183)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,875 miles
    Test number
    566913178231
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Body component insecure Door trim (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass158,692 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    158,692 miles
    Test number
    792743798026
    • AdvisoryOffside steering damper slight play Chassis rusty and dirty

  8. Fail158,681 miles (+3,772)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,681 miles
    Test number
    426299844585
    • FailureBrake pad(s) inappropriately repaired Grease on pads (3.5.1n)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering Chassis by outrigger rusted (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering Outrigger rusted (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering Chassis (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Axle swivel joint has excessive play Swivel seal leaking onto discs (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering Out rigger rusted (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Both front tie bar bushes worn (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside steering damper slight play Chassis rusty and dirty

  9. Pass154,909 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    154,909 miles
    Test number
    283570645521
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Fail154,909 miles (+4,106)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,909 miles
    Test number
    448763886370
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass150,803 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    150,803 miles
    Test number
    567690668917
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail150,803 miles (+4,532)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,803 miles
    Test number
    748477179336
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass146,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    146,271 miles
    Test number
    139822584219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail146,271 miles (+4,545)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,271 miles
    Test number
    216772584260
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass141,726 miles (+4,786)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    141,726 miles
    Test number
    568805093251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass136,940 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    136,940 miles
    Test number
    885899392256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail136,896 miles (+5,137)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,896 miles
    Test number
    359021892285
    • FailureBrake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Pass131,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    131,759 miles
    Test number
    145551181201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail131,759 miles (+5,156)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,759 miles
    Test number
    537559371207
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass126,603 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    126,603 miles
    Test number
    361518000365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail126,594 miles (+1,359)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,594 miles
    Test number
    622944380279
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting lose

  22. Pass125,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    125,235 miles
    Test number
    282965799221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail125,235 miles (+1,807)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,235 miles
    Test number
    552536689298
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteChassis heavy corroded

  24. Pass123,428 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    123,428 miles
    Test number
    671693308335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail123,424 miles (+1,510)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,424 miles
    Test number
    651067498200
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

  26. Pass121,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    121,914 miles
    Test number
    430118797228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail121,914 miles (+1,596)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,914 miles
    Test number
    663178287237
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  28. Pass120,318 miles (+1,097)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    120,318 miles
    Test number
    254415476237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass119,221 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    119,221 miles
    Test number
    300561055432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail119,219 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,219 miles
    Test number
    412759045249
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about H184 JAF

Does H184 JAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H184 JAF is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on H184 JAF?
The MOT on H184 JAF is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H184 JAF done?
H184 JAF was recorded at 172,270 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 2,628 miles a year.
Has H184 JAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H184 JAF has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on H184 JAF 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 H184 JAF find?
H184 JAF passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: steering box leaking oil; coil spring corroded all; nearside front oil leak, but not excessive stub axle to axle, and 7 more.

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