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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

JSV 946MOT history

JSV 946 is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 29,053 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

JSV 946 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 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
29,053 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
JSV 946
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

JSV 946 was last recorded at 29,053 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 1,649 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
27,404 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,649 miles
Average per year
1,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 29,053 miles
  • 2025 – 27,404 miles
  • 2024 – 24,659 miles
  • 2023 – 24,497 miles
  • 2021 – 23,670 miles
  • 2019 – 21,540 miles
  • 2018 – 20,855 miles
  • 2017 – 20,003 miles
  • 2016 – 19,343 miles
  • 2015 – 18,049 miles
  • 2014 – 16,632 miles
  • 2013 – 15,345 miles
  • 2012 – 11,878 miles
  • 2011 – 6,997 miles
  • 2010 – 5,477 miles
  • 2009 – 4,741 miles
  • 2008 – 3,871 miles
  • 2007 – 3,438 miles
  • 2006 – 2,629 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,053 miles
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear links (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass29,053 miles (+1,649)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    29,053 miles
    Test number
    682485517509
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear links (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass27,404 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    27,404 miles
    Test number
    199113894023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail27,404 miles (+2,745)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,404 miles
    Test number
    631925157229
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass24,659 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    24,659 miles
    Test number
    821531876238
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail24,659 miles (+162)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,659 miles
    Test number
    951814311836
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass24,497 miles (+827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    24,497 miles
    Test number
    193843982247
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering damper bush slight play

  7. Pass23,670 miles (+17)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    23,670 miles
    Test number
    957335811680
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail23,653 miles (+663)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,653 miles
    Test number
    145747368825
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass22,990 miles (+1,450)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    22,990 miles
    Test number
    837505378970
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked in several places (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass21,540 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    21,540 miles
    Test number
    241609684882
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail21,535 miles (+680)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,535 miles
    Test number
    897185189013
    • MajorCentral Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm ball joint dust cover. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Lens colour severely deteriorated. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass20,855 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    20,855 miles
    Test number
    572465156726
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail20,855 miles (+852)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,855 miles
    Test number
    635347894489
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure Back box insecure/broken. (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass20,003 miles (+660)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    20,003 miles
    Test number
    221309810101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,343 miles (+1,294)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    19,343 miles
    Test number
    598229790533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,049 miles (+1,417)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    18,049 miles
    Test number
    955207965178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,632 miles (+1,287)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    16,632 miles
    Test number
    277878174164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,345 miles (+3,467)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    15,345 miles
    Test number
    349314863117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass11,878 miles (+4,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    11,878 miles
    Test number
    519820262100
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass6,997 miles (+1,520)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    6,997 miles
    Test number
    825325961195
    • 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)

  21. Pass5,477 miles (+736)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    5,477 miles
    Test number
    672134870154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass4,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    4,741 miles
    Test number
    623210769156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail4,729 miles (+858)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,729 miles
    Test number
    251550069492
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

  24. Pass3,871 miles (+433)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    3,871 miles
    Test number
    780425558123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass3,438 miles (+809)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    3,438 miles
    Test number
    194917177132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass2,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    2,629 miles
    Test number
    551074876180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about JSV 946

What vehicle is registration JSV 946 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show JSV 946 on a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1994. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does JSV 946 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on JSV 946 is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on JSV 946?
The MOT on JSV 946 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 JSV 946 done?
JSV 946 was recorded at 29,053 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 1,347 miles a year.
Has JSV 946 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. JSV 946 has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on JSV 946 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 JSV 946 find?
JSV 946 passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear links; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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