Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,777 cc

L20 GAJMOT history

L20 GAJ is a black diesel Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler first used on 20 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 7 May 2026 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 108,914 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 May 2026
Mileage
108,914 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2025
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 GAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Chrysler-Jeep
Model
Wrangler
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,777 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 May 2026
Latest MOT test
8 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 GAJ was last recorded at 108,914 miles on 8 May 2025, 6,400 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Apr 2011: 30,144 miles, lower than 30,199 miles on 8 Apr 2011.

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
102,514 miles · 22 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
6,400 miles
Average per year
5,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 108,914 miles
  • 2024 – 102,514 miles
  • 2022 – 98,812 miles
  • 2021 – 95,808 miles
  • 2020 – 89,217 miles
  • 2019 – 78,815 miles
  • 2018 – 76,019 miles
  • 2017 – 70,303 miles
  • 2016 – 65,282 miles
  • 2015 – 57,111 miles
  • 2014 – 52,172 miles
  • 2013 – 46,943 miles
  • 2012 – 40,422 miles
  • 2011 – 30,144 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,914 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear diff slight seepageRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Hub seal slight weepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,914 miles (+6,400)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    108,914 miles
    Test number
    230737063003
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff slight seepage
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  2. Pass102,514 miles (+3,702)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    102,514 miles
    Test number
    940735008709
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff slight seepage
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass98,812 miles (+3,004)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    98,812 miles
    Test number
    613797674549
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components light corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Diff slight weepage
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  4. Pass95,808 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    95,808 miles
    Test number
    635403542398
    • AdvisoryHand brake has long travel
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Both OSF rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body muddy
  5. Fail95,808 miles (+6,591)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,808 miles
    Test number
    469344221395
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryHand brake has long travel
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Both OSF rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body muddy
  6. Pass89,217 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    89,217 miles
    Test number
    395602583760
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub seal slight weepage
  7. Fail89,215 miles (+10,400)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,215 miles
    Test number
    708853340406
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working Both sides (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub seal slight weepage
  8. Pass78,815 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    78,815 miles
    Test number
    184764165356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail78,789 miles (+2,770)7 dangerous11 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,789 miles
    Test number
    835536758200
    • DangerousBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))
    • DangerousElectrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks engine bay (4.11 (c) (iii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail metal brake hose (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Drive shaft bearing likely to break up (6.1.7 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced front cross member (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body insecure wing (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Body insecure wing (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGear box cooler pipes rubs on suspension
  10. Pass76,019 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    76,019 miles
    Test number
    404656132764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  11. Fail76,019 miles (+4)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,019 miles
    Test number
    920046939248
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  12. Fail76,015 miles (+5,712)3 dangerous17 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,015 miles
    Test number
    360015253744
    • DangerousOffside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bumper corner insecure (6.1.B.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • DangerousRear o/s and n/s outer half shaft seals leaking.
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed hinge (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear parking brake recording little or no effort o/s and n/s (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion All of Chassis heavily corroded. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s and n/s (3.6.B.2c)
  13. Pass70,303 miles (+5,021)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    70,303 miles
    Test number
    975720408693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,282 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    65,282 miles
    Test number
    128148861366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  15. Fail65,280 miles (+8,169)10 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,280 miles
    Test number
    915916504378
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage side step (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
  16. Pass57,111 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    57,111 miles
    Test number
    478761315266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Fail57,108 miles (+4,936)13 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,108 miles
    Test number
    466638805251
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  18. Pass52,172 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    52,172 miles
    Test number
    506103714243
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
  19. Fail52,161 miles (+5,218)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,161 miles
    Test number
    276802114249
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
  20. Pass46,943 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,943 miles
    Test number
    239239083441
    • NoteOil leak
  21. Fail46,943 miles (+6,521)9 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,943 miles
    Test number
    557274183181
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Pass40,422 miles (+10,278)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    40,422 miles
    Test number
    307446582199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,144 miles (-55)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    30,144 miles
    Test number
    245471801134
    • NoteRear exhaust heat cover not secure
  24. Fail30,199 miles2 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,199 miles
    Test number
    535128491035
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front drive shaft coupling is excessively worn (2.5.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust heat cover not secure

Questions about L20 GAJ

Does L20 GAJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L20 GAJ expired on 7 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L20 GAJ?
The MOT on L20 GAJ expired on 7 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L20 GAJ done?
L20 GAJ was recorded at 108,914 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2025, an average of 5,589 miles a year.
Has L20 GAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 GAJ has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on L20 GAJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Apr 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L20 GAJ find?
L20 GAJ passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear diff slight seepage, and 1 more.

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