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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 1992 · 2,395 cc

J868 VUXMOT history

J868 VUX is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Jan 1992. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 120,111 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

J868 VUX silver 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 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
120,111 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,267 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J868 VUX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,395 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
1 Jan 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J868 VUX was last recorded at 120,111 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 1,105 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,006 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,105 miles
Average per year
1,267 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,111 miles
  • 2025 – 119,006 miles
  • 2024 – 118,441 miles
  • 2023 – 117,889 miles
  • 2022 – 117,302 miles
  • 2021 – 113,648 miles
  • 2019 – 105,593 miles
  • 2018 – 102,448 miles
  • 2017 – 100,281 miles
  • 2015 – 100,009 miles
  • 2014 – 98,475 miles
  • 2013 – 97,427 miles
  • 2012 – 97,250 miles
  • 2011 – 97,219 miles
  • 2009 – 97,092 miles
  • 2008 – 96,890 miles
  • 2007 – 96,502 miles
  • 2006 – 95,226 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,111 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,111 miles (+1,105)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    120,111 miles
    Test number
    325505942773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass119,006 miles (+565)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    119,006 miles
    Test number
    392105744234
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass118,441 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    118,441 miles
    Test number
    216678630494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail118,415 miles (+526)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,415 miles
    Test number
    352206848749
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass117,889 miles (+587)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    117,889 miles
    Test number
    615289506015
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryOsf and osr indicator lenses discoloured
    • AdvisorySlight play in both rear wheel bearings

  6. Pass117,302 miles (+3,654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    117,302 miles
    Test number
    737760830467
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  7. Pass113,648 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    113,648 miles
    Test number
    205057171431
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail113,648 miles (+8,055)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,648 miles
    Test number
    151102580364
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass105,593 miles (+3,145)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    105,593 miles
    Test number
    792467826689
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  10. Pass102,448 miles (+2,167)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    102,448 miles
    Test number
    578895689849
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass100,281 miles (+272)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    100,281 miles
    Test number
    246766027222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass100,009 miles (+1,534)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    100,009 miles
    Test number
    231179255818
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass98,475 miles (+1,048)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    98,475 miles
    Test number
    557982784281
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass97,427 miles (+177)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    97,427 miles
    Test number
    877733283200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass97,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    97,250 miles
    Test number
    465817892235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail97,250 miles (+31)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,250 miles
    Test number
    926801892227
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass97,219 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    97,219 miles
    Test number
    459913271104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail97,213 miles (+121)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,213 miles
    Test number
    836638761163
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Pass97,092 miles (+202)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    97,092 miles
    Test number
    202576959429
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass96,890 miles (+388)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    96,890 miles
    Test number
    310614948103
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass96,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    96,502 miles
    Test number
    961392547174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail96,502 miles (+1,276)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,502 miles
    Test number
    211862447140
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass95,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    95,226 miles
    Test number
    264297756127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J868 VUX

Does J868 VUX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J868 VUX is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on J868 VUX?
The MOT on J868 VUX is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J868 VUX done?
J868 VUX was recorded at 120,111 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 1,267 miles a year.
Has J868 VUX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J868 VUX has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on J868 VUX 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 J868 VUX find?
J868 VUX passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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