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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2013 · 2,198 cc

J9 CAJMOT history

J9 CAJ is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 64,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

J9 CAJ red 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 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
64,012 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 CAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
19 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 CAJ was last recorded at 64,012 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 1,970 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,042 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,970 miles
Average per year
3,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,012 miles
  • 2025 – 62,042 miles
  • 2024 – 59,355 miles
  • 2023 – 57,107 miles
  • 2022 – 54,086 miles
  • 2021 – 45,109 miles
  • 2020 – 38,036 miles
  • 2019 – 37,520 miles
  • 2018 – 36,524 miles
  • 2017 – 35,755 miles
  • 2016 – 32,012 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,012 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust silencer deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

15 tests since 21 Oct 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,012 miles (+1,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    64,012 miles
    Test number
    206231021005
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust silencer deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass62,042 miles (+2,687)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    62,042 miles
    Test number
    169693282343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass59,355 miles (+2,248)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    59,355 miles
    Test number
    597128158376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass57,107 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    57,107 miles
    Test number
    607281399588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail57,106 miles (+3,020)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,106 miles
    Test number
    145367220114
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorTyre fouling a part of the vehicle Both front tyres fouling trailing arms on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  6. Pass54,086 miles (+8,977)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    54,086 miles
    Test number
    449615609266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass45,109 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    45,109 miles
    Test number
    976742256183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre perished small cracks visible in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has small cut in tread not deep enough to reach cords
  8. Fail45,106 miles (+7,070)3 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,106 miles
    Test number
    125621029103
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission Transmission/transfer box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cuts. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall damage. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  9. Pass38,036 miles (+516)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    38,036 miles
    Test number
    356376249452
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive diff input seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Oil leak, but not excessive GEARBOX /TRANSFER BOX LEAK DRIPPING ON EXHAUST (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass37,520 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    37,520 miles
    Test number
    883395909073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  11. Fail37,511 miles (+987)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,511 miles
    Test number
    240244135742
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  12. Pass36,524 miles (+769)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    36,524 miles
    Test number
    397596637283
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  13. Pass35,755 miles (+3,743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    35,755 miles
    Test number
    563173762709
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  14. Pass32,012 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    32,012 miles
    Test number
    229599722412
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s/f seatbelts showing damage to webbing
    • AdvisorySlight imbalance across front brakes
  15. Fail32,012 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,012 miles
    Test number
    544279574313
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s/f seatbelts showing damage to webbing
    • AdvisorySlight imbalance across front brakes

Questions about J9 CAJ

Does J9 CAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 CAJ is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 CAJ?
The MOT on J9 CAJ is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 CAJ done?
J9 CAJ was recorded at 64,012 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 3,207 miles a year.
Has J9 CAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 CAJ has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on J9 CAJ 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 J9 CAJ find?
J9 CAJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust silencer deteriorated; central rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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