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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L19 HJSMOT history

L19 HJS is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 160,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

L19 HJS grey Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
160,853 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,221 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L19 HJS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L19 HJS was last recorded at 160,853 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,811 miles · 22 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
1,221 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,853 miles
  • 2019 – 157,956 miles
  • 2018 – 157,151 miles
  • 2017 – 156,420 miles
  • 2016 – 155,631 miles
  • 2015 – 155,048 miles
  • 2014 – 154,063 miles
  • 2013 – 152,513 miles
  • 2011 – 151,307 miles
  • 2010 – 148,364 miles
  • 2009 – 148,265 miles
  • 2008 – 146,801 miles
  • 2007 – 143,413 miles
  • 2006 – 137,301 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,853 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,853 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    160,853 miles
    Test number
    521311318540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail160,811 miles (+2,855)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,811 miles
    Test number
    477235853361
    • MajorBrake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt a frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front axle hub slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass157,956 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    157,956 miles
    Test number
    543341340069
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail157,956 miles (+805)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,956 miles
    Test number
    725356770828
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass157,151 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    157,151 miles
    Test number
    121590062107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail157,149 miles (+729)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,149 miles
    Test number
    800376436153
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  7. Pass156,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    156,420 miles
    Test number
    610393555209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail156,418 miles (+787)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,418 miles
    Test number
    908990165801
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  9. Pass155,631 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    155,631 miles
    Test number
    292697211111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail155,620 miles (+572)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,620 miles
    Test number
    613337320268
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass155,048 miles (+985)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    155,048 miles
    Test number
    678970325078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass154,063 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    154,063 miles
    Test number
    906453714043
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Fail154,062 miles (+1,549)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,062 miles
    Test number
    717327904039
    • FailureFront Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass152,513 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    152,513 miles
    Test number
    536432033030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail152,512 miles (+1,205)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,512 miles
    Test number
    197810233488
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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 fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass151,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    151,307 miles
    Test number
    328842041312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail151,307 miles (+2,943)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,307 miles
    Test number
    376450841372
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • NoteMovement in both front wheel bearings
    • NoteSlight wear in steering idler arm joint
    • NoteSome corrosion around both rear lower spring cups
    • NoteSome wear in both rear shock absorber top bushes

  18. Fail148,364 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,364 miles
    Test number
    511766850317
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  19. Pass148,364 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    148,364 miles
    Test number
    561836850323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass148,265 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    148,265 miles
    Test number
    113965679425
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Fail148,265 miles (+1,464)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,265 miles
    Test number
    234100179069
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Pass146,801 miles (+3,388)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    146,801 miles
    Test number
    424852398007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass143,413 miles (+6,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    143,413 miles
    Test number
    822054807158
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass137,301 miles (+489)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    137,301 miles
    Test number
    233336496087
    • NoteOil leaking from engine rocker cover?

  25. Fail136,812 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,812 miles
    Test number
    342104086080
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteChassis has corrosion in rear crossmember outside of prescribed area.
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about L19 HJS

Does L19 HJS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L19 HJS is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L19 HJS?
The MOT on L19 HJS is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L19 HJS done?
L19 HJS was recorded at 160,853 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 1,221 miles a year.
Has L19 HJS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L19 HJS has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L19 HJS 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 L19 HJS find?
L19 HJS passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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