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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L100 JRRMOT history

L100 JRR is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 May 1994. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 208,451 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

L100 JRR 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 18 May 2027
Mileage
208,451 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,298 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L100 JRR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
27 May 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L100 JRR was last recorded at 208,451 miles on 19 May 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Mar 2015: 112,550 miles, lower than 165,108 miles on 1 Mar 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
208,447 miles · 6 May 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
10,298 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 208,451 miles
  • 2025 – 207,150 miles
  • 2024 – 206,189 miles
  • 2023 – 204,958 miles
  • 2022 – 204,035 miles
  • 2021 – 201,941 miles
  • 2020 – 200,301 miles
  • 2019 – 198,857 miles
  • 2018 – 194,409 miles
  • 2017 – 187,461 miles
  • 2016 – 180,657 miles
  • 2015 – 112,550 miles
  • 2014 – 165,108 miles
  • 2013 – 159,954 miles
  • 2012 – 158,935 miles
  • 2011 – 156,982 miles
  • 2010 – 146,779 miles
  • 2009 – 136,676 miles
  • 2008 – 128,112 miles
  • 2007 – 11,961 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,451 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,451 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    208,451 miles
    Test number
    943728808766
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail208,447 miles (+1,297)1 dangerous10 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,447 miles
    Test number
    634128634335
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel pipe leaking pipe to tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass207,150 miles (+961)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    207,150 miles
    Test number
    644083707225
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated a frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivels (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivels (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass206,189 miles (+1,231)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    206,189 miles
    Test number
    147835160429
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  5. Pass204,958 miles (+923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    204,958 miles
    Test number
    275038833478
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  6. Pass204,035 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    204,035 miles
    Test number
    186892962821
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail204,035 miles (+2,094)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,035 miles
    Test number
    244295548157
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe o/s/f and o/s/r ends (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorCentral Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis mid sections holed on both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Both front outriggers (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play o/s/f and n/s/r (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass201,941 miles (+11)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    201,941 miles
    Test number
    292284344925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail201,930 miles (+1,629)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,930 miles
    Test number
    717554543832
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass200,301 miles (+1,444)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    200,301 miles
    Test number
    747864496661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass198,857 miles (+4,448)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    198,857 miles
    Test number
    868582893579
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear CHASSIS HAS HAD PREVIOUS REPAIRS AND IS CORRODED AND RUSTY.

  12. Pass194,409 miles (+6,948)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    194,409 miles
    Test number
    622043369489
    • AdvisoryINJECTOR RETURN PIPES DAMP.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAKING FROM ENGINE.
    • AdvisoryONLY JUST MET THE FOOT BRAKE PERCENTAGE 55%
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass187,461 miles (+6,804)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    187,461 miles
    Test number
    983493062581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass180,657 miles (+68,107)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    180,657 miles
    Test number
    456291090141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass112,550 miles (-52,558)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    112,550 miles
    Test number
    909843465033
    • NoteHandbrake travel high

  16. Pass165,108 miles (+5,154)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    165,108 miles
    Test number
    117940264448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass159,954 miles (+1,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    159,954 miles
    Test number
    158194173494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass158,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    158,935 miles
    Test number
    517375112143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail158,935 miles (+1,953)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,935 miles
    Test number
    806685812156
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Fail156,982 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,982 miles
    Test number
    238435101124
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  21. Pass156,982 miles (+10,203)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    156,982 miles
    Test number
    896485701116
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  22. Pass146,779 miles (+10,103)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    146,779 miles
    Test number
    482296800117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront wiper blades starting to split
    • NoteRear nmuber plate starting to come loose

  23. Pass136,676 miles (+8,564)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    136,676 miles
    Test number
    792064509130
    • Note1) BOTH FRONT FLEXI BRAKE HOSE'S CRACKING 2) NEARSIDE REAR OUTER CHASSIS/BODY MOUNTING CORRODING

  24. Pass128,112 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    128,112 miles
    Test number
    222782818473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • 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 Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  25. Fail128,112 miles (+116,151)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,112 miles
    Test number
    962932918140
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • 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 Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  26. Pass11,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    11,961 miles
    Test number
    704670217178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L100 JRR

Does L100 JRR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L100 JRR is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L100 JRR?
The MOT on L100 JRR is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L100 JRR done?
L100 JRR was recorded at 208,451 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 10,298 miles a year.
Has L100 JRR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L100 JRR has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L100 JRR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L100 JRR find?
L100 JRR passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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