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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,401 cc

LR08 BWJMOT history

LR08 BWJ is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 104,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

LR08 BWJ black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
104,310 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,256 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 BWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
13 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 BWJ was last recorded at 104,310 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 3,327 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,983 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,327 miles
Average per year
5,256 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,310 miles
  • 2025 – 100,983 miles
  • 2024 – 98,535 miles
  • 2023 – 92,730 miles
  • 2022 – 88,760 miles
  • 2021 – 86,005 miles
  • 2020 – 82,473 miles
  • 2019 – 79,824 miles
  • 2018 – 75,757 miles
  • 2017 – 72,590 miles
  • 2016 – 69,159 miles
  • 2015 – 61,196 miles
  • 2014 – 53,806 miles
  • 2013 – 46,296 miles
  • 2012 – 38,976 miles
  • 2011 – 24,511 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,310 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (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.

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,310 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    104,310 miles
    Test number
    622906380600
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Fail104,310 miles (+3,327)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,310 miles
    Test number
    478147986518
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass100,983 miles (+2,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    100,983 miles
    Test number
    786874340683
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Pass98,535 miles (+5,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    98,535 miles
    Test number
    144601933555
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass92,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    92,730 miles
    Test number
    298977340874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail92,730 miles (+3,970)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,730 miles
    Test number
    358892726253
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass88,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    88,760 miles
    Test number
    959861769879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail88,760 miles (+2,755)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,760 miles
    Test number
    400860947037
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass86,005 miles (+3,532)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    86,005 miles
    Test number
    726042261866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,473 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    82,473 miles
    Test number
    544295060601
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  11. Fail82,459 miles (+2,635)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,459 miles
    Test number
    887041258454
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass79,824 miles (+4,067)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    79,824 miles
    Test number
    548905864733
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tractor joint leaking grease
    • 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))

  13. Pass75,757 miles (+3,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    75,757 miles
    Test number
    879439415507
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))

  14. Pass72,590 miles (+3,431)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    72,590 miles
    Test number
    205410309198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,159 miles (+7,963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    69,159 miles
    Test number
    598468989017
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to perish

  16. Pass61,196 miles (+7,390)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    61,196 miles
    Test number
    861225613617
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  17. Fail53,806 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,806 miles
    Test number
    265566864282
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass53,806 miles (+7,510)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    53,806 miles
    Test number
    838266364224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass46,296 miles (+7,320)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    46,296 miles
    Test number
    135088763252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,976 miles (+14,465)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    38,976 miles
    Test number
    199545772243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass24,511 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    24,511 miles
    Test number
    156704061152
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LR08 BWJ

Does LR08 BWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 BWJ is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 BWJ?
The MOT on LR08 BWJ is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 BWJ done?
LR08 BWJ was recorded at 104,310 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 5,256 miles a year.
Has LR08 BWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 BWJ has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 BWJ 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 LR08 BWJ find?
LR08 BWJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect: central rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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