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Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 2,401 cc

LS09 JCSMOT history

LS09 JCS is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Apr 2009. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2025 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 136,487 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jun 2024.

LS09 JCS grey Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2025
Mileage
136,487 mi
At MOT on 21 Jun 2024
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 JCS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
24 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 JCS was last recorded at 136,487 miles on 21 Jun 2024, 8,981 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,506 miles · 20 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
8,981 miles
Average per year
10,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 136,487 miles
  • 2023 – 127,506 miles
  • 2022 – 116,701 miles
  • 2021 – 106,332 miles
  • 2020 – 100,333 miles
  • 2019 – 92,107 miles
  • 2018 – 81,657 miles
  • 2017 – 73,416 miles
  • 2016 – 61,890 miles
  • 2015 – 49,746 miles
  • 2014 – 35,911 miles
  • 2013 – 21,580 miles
  • 2012 – 10,556 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,487 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin across axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside and offside front swivels leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,487 miles (+8,981)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    136,487 miles
    Test number
    182702655576
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass127,506 miles (+10,805)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    127,506 miles
    Test number
    447676286622
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass116,701 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    116,701 miles
    Test number
    660333698334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail116,699 miles (+10,367)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,699 miles
    Test number
    369285826414
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass106,332 miles (+5,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    106,332 miles
    Test number
    157255110968
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass100,333 miles (+8,226)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    100,333 miles
    Test number
    500399563523
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine sump corroded

  7. Pass92,107 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,107 miles
    Test number
    242814697551
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin across axle (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front swivels leaking

  8. Fail92,106 miles (+10,449)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,106 miles
    Test number
    279362652639
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick across axle (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush upper and lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush upper and lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin across axle (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front swivels leaking

  9. Pass81,657 miles (+8,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    81,657 miles
    Test number
    287527628139
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel hub leaking slightly.
    • AdvisoryRear shocker top bushes slightly worn, both sides.

  10. Pass73,416 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    73,416 miles
    Test number
    653274798696
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel hub seal leaking.

  11. Fail73,416 miles (+11,526)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,416 miles
    Test number
    962894254803
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush lower bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel hub seal leaking.

  12. Pass61,890 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    61,890 miles
    Test number
    480682150585
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak axle swivel
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Fail61,890 miles (+12,144)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,890 miles
    Test number
    442390839325
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak axle swivel
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Pass49,746 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    49,746 miles
    Test number
    306288565111
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteAll tyres slight perisht
    • NoteO/s/f swivel joint slight oil leak

  15. Fail49,746 miles (+13,835)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,746 miles
    Test number
    756558665171
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteAll tyres slight perisht
    • NoteO/s/f swivel joint slight oil leak

  16. Fail35,911 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,911 miles
    Test number
    255415274481
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass35,911 miles (+14,331)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    35,911 miles
    Test number
    817455074177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,580 miles (+11,024)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    21,580 miles
    Test number
    988932073197
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteN/s and o/s front hub oil seals slight leak

  19. Pass10,556 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    10,556 miles
    Test number
    588349972157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 JCS

Does LS09 JCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS09 JCS expired on 20 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS09 JCS?
The MOT on LS09 JCS expired on 20 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS09 JCS done?
LS09 JCS was recorded at 136,487 miles at its MOT on 21 Jun 2024, an average of 10,509 miles a year.
Has LS09 JCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 JCS has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LS09 JCS 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 LS09 JCS find?
LS09 JCS passed its latest MOT on 21 Jun 2024 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive.

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