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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 2,401 cc

MSJ 847MOT history

MSJ 847 is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 66,273 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

MSJ 847 grey 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 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
66,273 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,143 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MSJ 847
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
3 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

MSJ 847 was last recorded at 66,273 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,273 miles · 12 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,273 miles
  • 2025 – 65,366 miles
  • 2024 – 62,737 miles
  • 2023 – 61,190 miles
  • 2022 – 60,584 miles
  • 2021 – 59,007 miles
  • 2020 – 57,079 miles
  • 2019 – 54,008 miles
  • 2018 – 48,119 miles
  • 2017 – 42,878 miles
  • 2016 – 39,607 miles
  • 2015 – 37,054 miles
  • 2014 – 28,654 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,273 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Exhaust Flange Bolts Corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,273 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    66,273 miles
    Test number
    838218753698
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail66,273 miles (+907)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,273 miles
    Test number
    110897714013
    • MajorFront Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting chassis corroded and holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting chassis corroded and holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass65,366 miles (+2,629)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    65,366 miles
    Test number
    493006837932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass62,737 miles (+1,547)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    62,737 miles
    Test number
    682990398464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass61,190 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    61,190 miles
    Test number
    717776316025
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Fail61,190 miles (+606)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,190 miles
    Test number
    824010023141
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass60,584 miles (+1,577)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    60,584 miles
    Test number
    630810865692
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A Frame Ball Joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Swivel Seals Damp
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Flange Bolts Corroded
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High Level Stop Lamp (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass59,007 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    59,007 miles
    Test number
    143723000198
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust flange bolts corroded

  9. Fail59,006 miles (+1,927)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,006 miles
    Test number
    848441499979
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Indicator and side lamp lens broken not effecting lights
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust flange bolts corroded

  10. Pass57,079 miles (+3,071)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    57,079 miles
    Test number
    882819013686
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  11. Pass54,008 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    54,008 miles
    Test number
    346932819458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail54,006 miles (+75)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,006 miles
    Test number
    610882885284
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail53,931 miles (+5,812)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,931 miles
    Test number
    176576397856
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass48,119 miles (+5,241)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    48,119 miles
    Test number
    986913068507
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pads approximately 2mm (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass42,878 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    42,878 miles
    Test number
    943929340731
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Fail42,877 miles (+3,270)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,877 miles
    Test number
    853723333931
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  17. Pass39,607 miles (+2,553)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    39,607 miles
    Test number
    461391391300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,054 miles (+8,400)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    37,054 miles
    Test number
    438763165050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,654 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    28,654 miles
    Test number
    809028354009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  20. Fail28,654 miles5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,654 miles
    Test number
    116848254047
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureSteering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Questions about MSJ 847

What vehicle is registration MSJ 847 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MSJ 847 on a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Mar 2011. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does MSJ 847 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MSJ 847 is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on MSJ 847?
The MOT on MSJ 847 is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has MSJ 847 done?
MSJ 847 was recorded at 66,273 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 3,143 miles a year.
Has MSJ 847 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MSJ 847 has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on MSJ 847 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 MSJ 847 find?
MSJ 847 passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both.

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