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Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,401 cc

J9 XEWMOT history

J9 XEW is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 90,959 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2025.

J9 XEW grey Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2026
Mileage
90,959 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,357 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 XEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 XEW was last recorded at 90,959 miles on 19 Aug 2025, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,948 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
3,357 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,959 miles
  • 2023 – 89,423 miles
  • 2022 – 87,009 miles
  • 2021 – 85,749 miles
  • 2020 – 83,606 miles
  • 2019 – 78,102 miles
  • 2018 – 76,890 miles
  • 2017 – 74,726 miles
  • 2016 – 72,140 miles
  • 2015 – 69,322 miles
  • 2014 – 66,624 miles
  • 2013 – 63,657 miles
  • 2012 – 55,284 miles
  • 2011 – 44,561 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,959 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront spheres leakingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Hub seal damp

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass90,959 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    90,959 miles
    Test number
    656896490878
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront spheres leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail90,948 miles (+1,525)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,948 miles
    Test number
    184530849848
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively contaminating the brake pad and disc (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront spheres leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass89,423 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    89,423 miles
    Test number
    578280189187
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail89,409 miles (+2,400)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,409 miles
    Test number
    241009400309
    • MajorCentral Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorCentral Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  5. Pass87,009 miles (+1,260)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    87,009 miles
    Test number
    891694690563
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Wax oiled (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox / transfer box damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal damp /oil
    • AdvisoryRev light not working
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Front and rear casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box damp
    • AdvisoryUnder body waxed oil / corroded
  6. Pass85,749 miles (+115)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,749 miles
    Test number
    249038009144
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All corroded but part covered wax oil (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing lower part corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub seal damp
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box damp (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface corrossion and wax oiled in parts
  7. Fail85,634 miles (+2,028)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,634 miles
    Test number
    482629730579
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt damaged Outer (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All corroded but part covered wax oil (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing lower part corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub seal damp
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box damp (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface corrossion and wax oiled in parts
  8. Pass83,606 miles (+5,504)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    83,606 miles
    Test number
    931867934567
    • AdvisoryExhaust joint corroded (centre to rear)
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub seal damp
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion but not holed
  9. Pass78,102 miles (+1,212)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    78,102 miles
    Test number
    909034858383
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box damp (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes covered in grease making them difficult to access
    • AdvisoryAll springs corroded
  10. Pass76,890 miles (+1)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    76,890 miles
    Test number
    435298248520
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip b zone, in centre of screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack, offside of screen,by A pillar (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside corroded/pitted/greased. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge. ADVISE REPLACEMENT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle offside and nearside pipes corroded/pitted/greased. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play axle, stabiliser bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Fail76,889 miles (+2,163)2 major4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,889 miles
    Test number
    864448176868
    • MajorHorn not working switch faulty (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended does not secure (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split at ends. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective split at ends,and smearing slightly. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip b zone, in centre of screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack, offside of screen,by A pillar (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside corroded/pitted/greased. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge. ADVISE REPLACEMENT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle offside and nearside pipes corroded/pitted/greased. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play axle, stabiliser bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass74,726 miles (+2,586)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    74,726 miles
    Test number
    126380056973
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded into caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perishing (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded into caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' chi and crack x 2 areas (8.3.1d)
  13. Pass72,140 miles (+22)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    72,140 miles
    Test number
    195648337170
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage out side zones.
  14. Fail72,118 miles (+2,796)4 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,118 miles
    Test number
    303550607793
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded main front to rear . (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil hub shaft seal leaking. (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering box has a slight oil leak seal. (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play pitman arm ball joint. (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage out side zones.
  15. Pass69,322 miles (+22)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    69,322 miles
    Test number
    326223025418
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll brake pipes heavily greased
  16. Fail69,300 miles (+2,676)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,300 miles
    Test number
    477296815227
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll brake pipes heavily greased
  17. Pass66,624 miles (+2,967)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,624 miles
    Test number
    205736734254
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Pass63,657 miles (+29)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    63,657 miles
    Test number
    206071003238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Fail63,628 miles (+8,344)1 dangerous3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,628 miles
    Test number
    195765593103
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  20. Pass55,284 miles (+10,723)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,284 miles
    Test number
    979151292148
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteN/s wiper blade split
  21. Pass44,561 miles (+2,180)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    44,561 miles
    Test number
    965924911239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,381 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,381 miles
    Test number
    905499851017
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Questions about J9 XEW

Does J9 XEW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J9 XEW expired on 18 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J9 XEW?
The MOT on J9 XEW expired on 18 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J9 XEW done?
J9 XEW was recorded at 90,959 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2025, an average of 3,357 miles a year.
Has J9 XEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 XEW has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on J9 XEW 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 XEW find?
J9 XEW passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2025 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive diff; front spheres leaking; rear upper vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis.

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