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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,494 cc

L99 RJBMOT history

L99 RJB is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 Feb 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 20 MOT tests, with 162,901 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2025.

L99 RJB red 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 5 Dec 2026
Mileage
162,901 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
11 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,778 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L99 RJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L99 RJB was last recorded at 162,901 miles on 6 Dec 2025, 2,666 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,235 miles · 22 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
2,666 miles
Average per year
2,778 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,901 miles
  • 2024 – 160,235 miles
  • 2021 – 153,243 miles
  • 2019 – 151,971 miles
  • 2018 – 150,814 miles
  • 2017 – 147,032 miles
  • 2016 – 138,210 miles
  • 2009 – 129,214 miles
  • 2008 – 125,493 miles
  • 2007 – 117,327 miles
  • 2006 – 107,871 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,901 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front front prop shaft has bolts missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,901 miles (+2,666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    162,901 miles
    Test number
    161187350745
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass160,235 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    160,235 miles
    Test number
    699086228547
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail160,211 miles (+6,968)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,211 miles
    Test number
    308746209029
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass153,243 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    153,243 miles
    Test number
    187273461256
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe across rear axle corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From front flexi joint and join ahead of rear axle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective two exhaust hanging brackets not fully engaged in rubber mounts - exhaust routed very close to fuel tank and n/s/r tyre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Fail153,243 miles (+1,272)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,243 miles
    Test number
    557921462685
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment lever hits drivers seat when applied (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorProp shaft securing bolt missing nut missing from mounting flange on parking brake drum (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe across rear axle corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From front flexi joint and join ahead of rear axle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective two exhaust hanging brackets not fully engaged in rubber mounts - exhaust routed very close to fuel tank and n/s/r tyre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective Transfer box mounting bracket has a bolt missing on n/s and one bolt missing on o/s, one bolt loose, and nut missing from mounting thread through chassis bracket
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Pass151,971 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    151,971 miles
    Test number
    647765349355
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail151,971 miles (+1,157)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,971 miles
    Test number
    298746714271
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass150,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    150,814 miles
    Test number
    681533748515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail150,814 miles (+3,782)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,814 miles
    Test number
    740878704854
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass147,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    147,032 miles
    Test number
    232748622082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail147,032 miles (+8,822)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,032 miles
    Test number
    647472741189
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  12. Pass138,210 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    138,210 miles
    Test number
    505513189050
    • AdvisoryFront front prop shaft has bolts missing

  13. Fail138,210 miles (+8,996)16 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,210 miles
    Test number
    291903147927
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Power steering ram(s) has excessive free play at anchorage (2.3.4c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront front prop shaft has bolts missing

  14. Pass129,214 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    129,214 miles
    Test number
    234245879088
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  15. Fail129,196 miles (+3,703)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,196 miles
    Test number
    633188869006
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass125,493 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    125,493 miles
    Test number
    833286568061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail125,419 miles (+8,092)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,419 miles
    Test number
    141019558071
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass117,327 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    117,327 miles
    Test number
    243331637079
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSeats not fitted O/S/R

  19. Fail117,327 miles (+9,456)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,327 miles
    Test number
    381571937044
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSeats not fitted O/S/R

  20. Pass107,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    107,871 miles
    Test number
    191794446412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L99 RJB

Does L99 RJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L99 RJB is valid until 5 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L99 RJB?
The MOT on L99 RJB is valid until 5 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L99 RJB done?
L99 RJB was recorded at 162,901 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2025, an average of 2,778 miles a year.
Has L99 RJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L99 RJB has failed 9 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on L99 RJB 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 L99 RJB find?
L99 RJB passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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