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Land Rover Range Rover

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 3,628 cc

J8 OBUMOT history

J8 OBU is a black diesel Land Rover Range Rover first used on 27 Nov 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 166,763 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

J8 OBU black Land Rover Range Rover – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
166,763 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,409 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 OBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Range Rover
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,628 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 OBU was last recorded at 166,763 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 544 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,219 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
544 miles
Average per year
7,409 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,763 miles
  • 2025 – 166,219 miles
  • 2024 – 159,114 miles
  • 2022 – 151,713 miles
  • 2021 – 145,589 miles
  • 2020 – 140,350 miles
  • 2019 – 127,568 miles
  • 2018 – 120,279 miles
  • 2017 – 113,605 miles
  • 2016 – 103,052 miles
  • 2015 – 92,717 miles
  • 2014 – 80,258 miles
  • 2013 – 70,629 miles
  • 2012 – 64,427 miles
  • 2011 – 57,548 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,763 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Rear Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Exhaust mounting defective central

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    166,763 miles
    Test number
    716572529822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail166,763 miles (+544)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,763 miles
    Test number
    482994977799
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jets cleared (3.5 (a))
  3. Pass166,219 miles (+7,105)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    166,219 miles
    Test number
    509448994356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass159,114 miles (+7,401)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    159,114 miles
    Test number
    271815327684
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass151,713 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    151,713 miles
    Test number
    471366007093
    • MinorNearside Rear Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition (9.7 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition (9.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust mounting defective central (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Fail151,713 miles (+6,124)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,713 miles
    Test number
    273080821614
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn inner arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition (9.7 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition (9.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust mounting defective central (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass145,589 miles (+5,239)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    145,589 miles
    Test number
    431602301260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass140,350 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    140,350 miles
    Test number
    340084991462
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail140,350 miles (+12,782)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,350 miles
    Test number
    184354806580
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass127,568 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,568 miles
    Test number
    519352737651
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower inner arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
  11. Fail127,568 miles (+7,289)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,568 miles
    Test number
    435537448186
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower inner arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
  12. Pass120,279 miles (+6,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    120,279 miles
    Test number
    669190963409
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
  13. Pass113,605 miles (+10,553)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    113,605 miles
    Test number
    742902024837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass103,052 miles (+10,335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    103,052 miles
    Test number
    838682514395
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
  15. Pass92,717 miles (+12,459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    92,717 miles
    Test number
    686039808011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Pass80,258 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    80,258 miles
    Test number
    526638584290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail80,257 miles (+9,628)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,257 miles
    Test number
    287897984268
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  18. Pass70,629 miles (+6,202)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    70,629 miles
    Test number
    376169783202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,427 miles (+6,879)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    64,427 miles
    Test number
    429704632339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    57,548 miles
    Test number
    468292531497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 OBU

Does J8 OBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 OBU is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 OBU?
The MOT on J8 OBU is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 OBU done?
J8 OBU was recorded at 166,763 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 7,409 miles a year.
Has J8 OBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 OBU has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 OBU 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 J8 OBU find?
J8 OBU passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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