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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

P154 FJBMOT history

P154 FJB is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Apr 1997. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2025 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 171,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2024.

P154 FJB blue 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 14 Nov 2025
Mileage
171,989 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2024
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P154 FJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
2 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

P154 FJB was last recorded at 171,989 miles on 15 Nov 2024, 287 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,702 miles · 18 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
287 miles
Average per year
4,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 171,989 miles
  • 2023 – 171,702 miles
  • 2022 – 170,974 miles
  • 2021 – 168,887 miles
  • 2020 – 165,405 miles
  • 2019 – 162,803 miles
  • 2018 – 156,787 miles
  • 2017 – 149,733 miles
  • 2013 – 149,530 miles
  • 2012 – 140,423 miles
  • 2011 – 135,184 miles
  • 2009 – 122,303 miles
  • 2008 – 113,688 miles
  • 2007 – 105,613 miles
  • 2005 – 87,641 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,989 miles
  • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,989 miles (+287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    171,989 miles
    Test number
    922585007763
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  2. Pass171,702 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    171,702 miles
    Test number
    263589888241
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  3. Fail171,702 miles (+728)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,702 miles
    Test number
    148566861678
    • Repaired at testSteering column universal joint locking device ineffective uj on steering box bolt loose (2.1.3 (d))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  4. Pass170,974 miles (+2,087)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    170,974 miles
    Test number
    868902273368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass168,887 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    168,887 miles
    Test number
    972853231833
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail168,887 miles (+3,482)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,887 miles
    Test number
    850341331767
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass165,405 miles (+2,602)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    165,405 miles
    Test number
    647273639728
    • AdvisoryTrailer socket not usable

  8. Pass162,803 miles (+6,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    162,803 miles
    Test number
    428741023515
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass156,787 miles (+7,054)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    156,787 miles
    Test number
    565714035442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass149,733 miles (+203)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    149,733 miles
    Test number
    843305624016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  11. Pass149,530 miles (+9,107)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    149,530 miles
    Test number
    909104463303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass140,423 miles (+5,239)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    140,423 miles
    Test number
    706142862361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass135,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    135,184 miles
    Test number
    315003361015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail135,184 miles (+12,881)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,184 miles
    Test number
    687823661096
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth rear shock bushes worn slightly

  15. Pass122,303 miles (+42)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    122,303 miles
    Test number
    730522679029
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail122,261 miles (+8,573)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,261 miles
    Test number
    252448969067
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass113,688 miles10 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    113,688 miles
    Test number
    461776138094
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing
    • NoteExhaust system is in very poor condition
    • NoteFront propshaft rear U joint is breaking up
    • NoteFront wiper blades are split and in poor condition
    • NoteInitial smoke test was high
    • NoteOffside front seat belt webbing has been marked
    • NoteOffside front tire is running very close to radius arm on full lock
    • NoteSlight up and down play in steering box drop arm ball joint
    • NoteSteering damper bushes on both ends of damper are in very poor condition
    • NoteTrailer light indicator is on all the time

  18. Fail113,688 miles (+8,075)8 failures10 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,688 miles
    Test number
    912485438026
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureCentre Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)
    • FailureRear Upper Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing
    • NoteExhaust system is in very poor condition
    • NoteFront propshaft rear U joint is breaking up
    • NoteFront wiper blades are split and in poor condition
    • NoteInitial smoke test was high
    • NoteOffside front seat belt webbing has been marked
    • NoteOffside front tire is running very close to radius arm on full lock
    • NoteSlight up and down play in steering box drop arm ball joint
    • NoteSteering damper bushes on both ends of damper are in very poor condition
    • NoteTrailer light indicator is on all the time

  19. Pass105,613 miles (+17,972)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    105,613 miles
    Test number
    651592937030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass87,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    87,641 miles
    Test number
    864621925292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P154 FJB

Does P154 FJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P154 FJB expired on 14 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P154 FJB?
The MOT on P154 FJB expired on 14 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P154 FJB done?
P154 FJB was recorded at 171,989 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2024, an average of 4,377 miles a year.
Has P154 FJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P154 FJB has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on P154 FJB 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 P154 FJB find?
P154 FJB passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2024 with 1 advisory: passenger seat(s) missing at time of test.

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