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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L114 MJBMOT history

L114 MJB is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 13 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 161,344 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jun 2024.

L114 MJB blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Jun 2025
Mileage
161,344 mi
At MOT on 14 Jun 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L114 MJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L114 MJB was last recorded at 161,344 miles on 14 Jun 2024, 3,122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,222 miles · 25 May 2023
Between the last two tests
3,122 miles
Average per year
2,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 161,344 miles
  • 2023 – 158,222 miles
  • 2022 – 156,891 miles
  • 2021 – 152,564 miles
  • 2020 – 149,967 miles
  • 2019 – 148,251 miles
  • 2018 – 146,595 miles
  • 2017 – 143,502 miles
  • 2015 – 138,474 miles
  • 2014 – 133,653 miles
  • 2013 – 129,248 miles
  • 2012 – 127,584 miles
  • 2011 – 125,788 miles
  • 2010 – 124,130 miles
  • 2009 – 122,602 miles
  • 2008 – 121,638 miles
  • 2006 – 119,456 miles
  • 2005 – 115,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,344 miles
  • AdvisoryFront bumper damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,344 miles (+3,122)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    161,344 miles
    Test number
    595665476713
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  2. Pass158,222 miles (+1,331)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    158,222 miles
    Test number
    649235487033
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  3. Pass156,891 miles (+4,327)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    156,891 miles
    Test number
    772979508332
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass152,564 miles (+2,597)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    152,564 miles
    Test number
    489866041859
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front axle swival joint slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play A frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear nearside & offside bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged nearside & offside front & rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass149,967 miles (+31)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    149,967 miles
    Test number
    908340708694
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front axle swivel housing seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySound deadening material not fully secure bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  6. Fail149,936 miles (+1,685)1 dangerous11 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,936 miles
    Test number
    975740737410
    • DangerousDriver's door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Side step (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury side step (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s and O/s rear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S front swivel hub damp with grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light broken
    • AdvisorySound deadening material not fully secure Under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass148,251 miles (+1,656)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    148,251 miles
    Test number
    566495938032
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  8. Pass146,595 miles (+3,093)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    146,595 miles
    Test number
    572965158163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass143,502 miles (+5,028)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    143,502 miles
    Test number
    328608740974
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  10. Pass138,474 miles (+4,821)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    138,474 miles
    Test number
    555332624595
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear cross member not yet holed.
    • AdvisoryWasher valve slight leak.
  11. Pass133,653 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    133,653 miles
    Test number
    456656254416
    • NoteWasher valve leaking water
  12. Fail133,653 miles (+4,405)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,653 miles
    Test number
    165953154324
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Torsion bar deteriorated by corrosion so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.E.1b)
    • NoteWasher valve leaking water
  13. Pass129,248 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    129,248 miles
    Test number
    927444493011
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Fail129,248 miles (+1,664)10 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,248 miles
    Test number
    968232893042
    • FailureAccess panel cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureCentre Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Pass127,584 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    127,584 miles
    Test number
    116847902187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
  16. Fail127,584 miles (+1,796)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,584 miles
    Test number
    689077502178
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
  17. Pass125,788 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    125,788 miles
    Test number
    969402901114
    • NoteSlight leak at steering box
  18. Fail125,788 miles (+1,658)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,788 miles
    Test number
    288791701401
    • FailureDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteSlight leak at steering box
  19. Pass124,130 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    124,130 miles
    Test number
    471651880008
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearly excessive footbrake travel
    • NoteNearly excessive play at park brake linkage pivots
    • NoteOs rear door not opening
  20. Fail124,130 miles (+1,528)5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,130 miles
    Test number
    160718270026
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • FailureRear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearly excessive footbrake travel
    • NoteNearly excessive play at park brake linkage pivots
    • NoteOs rear door not opening
  21. Pass122,602 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    122,602 miles
    Test number
    423313989084
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Fail122,602 miles (+964)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,602 miles
    Test number
    584237679050
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass121,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    121,638 miles
    Test number
    954176468013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail121,638 miles (+2,182)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,638 miles
    Test number
    333420968077
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureBrake master cylinder damaged and function impaired (3.6.G.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear UJ worn to excess
  25. Pass119,456 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    119,456 miles
    Test number
    271533996290
    • NoteN/s front ball sealleaking.
  26. Fail119,452 miles (+4,444)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,452 miles
    Test number
    463342796200
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • NoteN/s front ball seal leaking
  27. Pass115,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    115,008 miles
    Test number
    753056405357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail115,008 miles5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,008 miles
    Test number
    340324895248
    • FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp extinguishes when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Questions about L114 MJB

Does L114 MJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L114 MJB expired on 13 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L114 MJB?
The MOT on L114 MJB expired on 13 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L114 MJB done?
L114 MJB was recorded at 161,344 miles at its MOT on 14 Jun 2024, an average of 2,485 miles a year.
Has L114 MJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L114 MJB has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on L114 MJB 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 L114 MJB find?
L114 MJB passed its latest MOT on 14 Jun 2024 with 6 advisories: front bumper damaged; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 3 more.

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