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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

J66 CPMMOT history

J66 CPM is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Oct 1996. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 106,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

J66 CPM 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 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
106,363 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,724 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J66 CPM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
31 Oct 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

J66 CPM was last recorded at 106,363 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,363 miles · 15 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,724 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,363 miles
  • 2024 – 104,174 miles
  • 2023 – 102,149 miles
  • 2022 – 100,020 miles
  • 2021 – 97,869 miles
  • 2020 – 95,360 miles
  • 2019 – 89,938 miles
  • 2018 – 87,968 miles
  • 2017 – 85,369 miles
  • 2016 – 82,437 miles
  • 2015 – 80,242 miles
  • 2014 – 78,091 miles
  • 2013 – 76,076 miles
  • 2012 – 74,473 miles
  • 2011 – 71,185 miles
  • 2010 – 66,436 miles
  • 2008 – 58,693 miles
  • 2007 – 56,422 miles
  • 2006 – 53,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,363 miles
  • MinorOffside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly damaged (0.1 (b))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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass106,363 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    106,363 miles
    Test number
    846397650819
    • MinorOffside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly damaged (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail106,363 miles (+2,189)1 dangerous3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,363 miles
    Test number
    877577184323
    • DangerousRear Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached A frame, N/S bolt loose O/S nut missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Upper Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening insecure cross member bolt loose, nut missing (6.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake performance unable to be tested A FRAME suspension bolts loose (1.2.1 (g))
    • MinorOffside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly damaged (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass104,174 miles (+2,025)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    104,174 miles
    Test number
    988857594430
    • MinorNearside Rear Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition (9.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass102,149 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    102,149 miles
    Test number
    485263286783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail102,149 miles (+2,129)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,149 miles
    Test number
    961610288900
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass100,020 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    100,020 miles
    Test number
    454264253096
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  7. Fail100,018 miles (+2,149)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,018 miles
    Test number
    586763209196
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  8. Pass97,869 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    97,869 miles
    Test number
    969678288674
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail97,869 miles (+2,509)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,869 miles
    Test number
    346933350253
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass95,360 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    95,360 miles
    Test number
    785261893881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel Joint Seal Leaking Slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail95,360 miles (+5,422)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,360 miles
    Test number
    906603252847
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel Joint Seal Leaking Slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass89,938 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    89,938 miles
    Test number
    890123249859
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Fail89,938 miles (+1,970)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,938 miles
    Test number
    534979015210
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  14. Pass87,968 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    87,968 miles
    Test number
    241225356082
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Fail87,966 miles (+2,597)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,966 miles
    Test number
    541054589588
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass85,369 miles (+2,932)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    85,369 miles
    Test number
    588175223641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,437 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    82,437 miles
    Test number
    433880344836
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail82,437 miles (+2,195)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,437 miles
    Test number
    140842134553
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass80,242 miles (+2,151)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,242 miles
    Test number
    346258575094
    • NoteSpare wheel carrier bolts on rear door dangerous

  20. Pass78,091 miles (+2,015)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    78,091 miles
    Test number
    668361244105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass76,076 miles (+1,603)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    76,076 miles
    Test number
    248481023446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,473 miles (+3,288)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    74,473 miles
    Test number
    919898882095
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  23. Fail71,185 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,185 miles
    Test number
    545960711145
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  24. Pass71,185 miles (+4,749)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    71,185 miles
    Test number
    749630711185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass66,436 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    66,436 miles
    Test number
    554634610101
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Fail66,436 miles (+7,743)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,436 miles
    Test number
    671733810114
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  27. Pass58,693 miles (+2,271)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    58,693 miles
    Test number
    190168508385
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass56,422 miles (+2,503)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    56,422 miles
    Test number
    183156857233
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front wheel bearing. Corrosion showing in general chassis. Nearside bulkhead out rigger showing signs of corrosion. Slight play in steering drop arm ball joint and rear axle ball joint.

  29. Pass53,919 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    53,919 miles
    Test number
    332137656448
    • NoteFront n/O plate starting to fade.
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn,

Questions about J66 CPM

Does J66 CPM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J66 CPM is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on J66 CPM?
The MOT on J66 CPM is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J66 CPM done?
J66 CPM was recorded at 106,363 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 2,724 miles a year.
Has J66 CPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J66 CPM has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on J66 CPM 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 J66 CPM find?
J66 CPM passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: offside indicator switch faulty; offside side repeater insecure; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly damaged.

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