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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

M47 JPCMOT history

M47 JPC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 177,900 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

M47 JPC green 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 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
177,900 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M47 JPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

M47 JPC was last recorded at 177,900 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 2,865 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,035 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,865 miles
Average per year
4,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 177,900 miles
  • 2024 – 175,035 miles
  • 2023 – 171,382 miles
  • 2022 – 168,710 miles
  • 2021 – 166,896 miles
  • 2020 – 164,534 miles
  • 2019 – 161,285 miles
  • 2018 – 156,795 miles
  • 2017 – 152,998 miles
  • 2016 – 149,204 miles
  • 2015 – 144,639 miles
  • 2014 – 141,882 miles
  • 2013 – 138,373 miles
  • 2012 – 135,320 miles
  • 2011 – 130,278 miles
  • 2010 – 126,191 miles
  • 2009 – 122,846 miles
  • 2008 – 118,883 miles
  • 2007 – 112,717 miles
  • 2006 – 104,350 miles
  • 2005 – 96,342 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,900 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 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.

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2007

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2007

  • Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor to bulkhead

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside gearbox mount bolts loose no nut attached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,900 miles (+2,865)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    177,900 miles
    Test number
    166560767992
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass175,035 miles (+3,653)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    175,035 miles
    Test number
    172708942354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pipe corroded ,covered in grease or other material oil leak, but not excessive nearside ( gearbox mount bolts loose no nut attached)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass171,382 miles (+36)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    171,382 miles
    Test number
    645622938964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor to bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside gearbox mount bolts loose no nut attached
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor to bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail171,346 miles (+2,636)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,346 miles
    Test number
    585987121938
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor to bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside gearbox mount bolts loose no nut attached
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor to bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass168,710 miles (+90)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    168,710 miles
    Test number
    412920939722
    • AdvisoryBoth front floors rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Fail168,620 miles (+1,724)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,620 miles
    Test number
    939994955031
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp side/stop (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front floors rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass166,896 miles (+131)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    166,896 miles
    Test number
    531997510509
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases union (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides slightly (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged both sides (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Fail166,765 miles (+2,231)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,765 miles
    Test number
    680370201612
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases union (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides slightly (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged both sides (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Pass164,534 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    164,534 miles
    Test number
    844998461441
    • AdvisoryBonnet cable defective but alternative method for opening bonnet available.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail164,534 miles (+3,249)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,534 miles
    Test number
    646084938125
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBonnet cable defective but alternative method for opening bonnet available.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass161,285 miles (+4,490)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    161,285 miles
    Test number
    840917814765
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear axle'A' bar joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass156,795 miles (+3,797)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    156,795 miles
    Test number
    956550076429
    • MinorBrake hose slightly damaged offside front (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe at nearside rear and offside rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured nearside front and offside front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass152,998 miles (+3,794)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    152,998 miles
    Test number
    499255230490
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres sidewalls scuffed/perished
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nearside front and offside front brake hose perished (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured nearside front and offside front (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass149,204 miles (+4,565)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    149,204 miles
    Test number
    518887541403
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nearside front and offside front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded brake pipes across rear axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened nearside and offside (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass144,639 miles (+2,757)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    144,639 miles
    Test number
    249539199898
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass141,882 miles (+3,509)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    141,882 miles
    Test number
    996162244388
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket deteriorated but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

  17. Pass138,373 miles (+3,053)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    138,373 miles
    Test number
    866518813396
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass135,320 miles (+5,042)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    135,320 miles
    Test number
    428507512415
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass130,278 miles (+4,087)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    130,278 miles
    Test number
    786602811391
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass126,191 miles (+3,345)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    126,191 miles
    Test number
    420880230463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass122,846 miles (+3,963)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    122,846 miles
    Test number
    110111049329
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear axle 'A' bar joint worn

  22. Pass118,883 miles (+6,166)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    118,883 miles
    Test number
    654732128303
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteOil leaking from rear differential
    • NoteRear registration plate deteriorating

  23. Pass112,717 miles (+8,367)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    112,717 miles
    Test number
    361810547375
    • AdvisoryInner Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass104,350 miles (+8,008)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    104,350 miles
    Test number
    224928226337
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged
    • NoteOffside and neaqrside windscreen wipers deteriorating

  25. Pass96,342 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    96,342 miles
    Test number
    251130445386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOffside and nearside windscreen wipers frayed

  26. Fail96,342 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,342 miles
    Test number
    773280345368
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOffside and nearside windscreen wipers frayed

Questions about M47 JPC

Does M47 JPC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M47 JPC is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on M47 JPC?
The MOT on M47 JPC is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M47 JPC done?
M47 JPC was recorded at 177,900 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 4,091 miles a year.
Has M47 JPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M47 JPC has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on M47 JPC 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 M47 JPC find?
M47 JPC passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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