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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1992 · 2,495 cc

J736 WFLMOT history

J736 WFL is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1992. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 139,705 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

J736 WFL 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 Sept 2027
Mileage
139,705 km
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,468 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J736 WFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
31 Dec 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J736 WFL was last recorded at 139,705 km on 14 Sept 2026, 0 km more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,705 km · 11 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 km
Average per year
7,468 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,705 km
  • 2025 – 132,942 km
  • 2024 – 129,001 km
  • 2023 – 127,298 km
  • 2022 – 120,951 km
  • 2021 – 97,216 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,705 km
  • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,705 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    139,705 km
    Test number
    191514295528
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail139,705 km (+6,763)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,705 km
    Test number
    861195382445
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass132,942 km5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    132,942 km
    Test number
    112158193087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis corroded at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  4. Fail132,942 km (+3,941)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,942 km
    Test number
    303849078347
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis corroded at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  5. Pass129,001 km (+1,703)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    129,001 km
    Test number
    913441165541
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear shocks have slightly worn bushes (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass127,298 km1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    127,298 km
    Test number
    172715204397
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Slight play in rear propshaft UJ axle end

  7. Fail127,298 km (+6,347)7 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,298 km
    Test number
    946224702631
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Slight play in rear propshaft UJ axle end

  8. Pass120,951 km1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    120,951 km
    Test number
    366511269258
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHazards lights dull. But brighter when using indicators
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  9. Fail120,951 km (+23,735)2 dangerous1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,951 km
    Test number
    865162985604
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Deep cracks down to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Deep cracks down to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHazards lights dull. But brighter when using indicators
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both nearside tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  10. Pass97,216 km
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    97,216 km
    Test number
    376605662098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail97,184 miles (+2,067)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,184 miles
    Test number
    204299843621
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  12. Pass95,117 miles (+487)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,117 miles
    Test number
    981472145751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass94,630 miles (+176)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    94,630 miles
    Test number
    311197870544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass94,454 miles (+330)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    94,454 miles
    Test number
    937921692473
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion crossmember (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass94,124 miles (+572)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    94,124 miles
    Test number
    571511172181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass93,552 miles (+870)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    93,552 miles
    Test number
    777701665196
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDrop arm ball joint slight play

  17. Pass92,682 miles (+3,488)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    92,682 miles
    Test number
    296077654420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySub-frame ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass89,194 miles (+4,425)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    89,194 miles
    Test number
    245254453107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass84,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    84,769 miles
    Test number
    236240572401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J736 WFL

Does J736 WFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J736 WFL is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on J736 WFL?
The MOT on J736 WFL is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J736 WFL done?
J736 WFL was recorded at 139,705 km at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 7,468 km a year.
Has J736 WFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J736 WFL has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on J736 WFL 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 J736 WFL find?
J736 WFL passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside drag link end ball joint has slight play; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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