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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

P627 MWJMOT history

P627 MWJ is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Mar 1997. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 147,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

P627 MWJ white 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 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
147,385 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,195 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P627 MWJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
19 Mar 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P627 MWJ was last recorded at 147,385 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 1,177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,208 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,177 miles
Average per year
2,195 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,385 miles
  • 2025 – 146,208 miles
  • 2024 – 145,113 miles
  • 2022 – 140,785 miles
  • 2021 – 139,277 miles
  • 2019 – 138,304 miles
  • 2018 – 137,020 miles
  • 2017 – 135,517 miles
  • 2016 – 134,337 miles
  • 2015 – 131,728 miles
  • 2014 – 130,096 miles
  • 2013 – 128,609 miles
  • 2012 – 126,100 miles
  • 2011 – 124,454 miles
  • 2010 – 116,795 miles
  • 2008 – 113,247 miles
  • 2007 – 108,661 miles
  • 2006 – 102,878 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,385 miles
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront hub oil seals leaking slightlyRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear diff oil leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Suspension components slight corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Vehicle structure slight corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,385 miles (+1,177)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    147,385 miles
    Test number
    349060901956
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront hub oil seals leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leak
  2. Pass146,208 miles (+1,095)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    146,208 miles
    Test number
    798798078849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront hub oil seals leaking but brake discs not contaminated
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leak
    • AdvisorySuspension components slight corrosion
  3. Pass145,113 miles (+4,328)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    145,113 miles
    Test number
    166246722509
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security offside front outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight leak front hub oil seals
    • AdvisorySuspension components slight corrosion
  4. Pass140,785 miles (+1,508)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    140,785 miles
    Test number
    841057671601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront hub oil seals leaking slightly
    • AdvisorySuspension components slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slight corrosion
  5. Pass139,277 miles (+25)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    139,277 miles
    Test number
    249786766140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront hub oil seals leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slight corrosion
  6. Fail139,252 miles (+71)7 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,252 miles
    Test number
    483951687289
    • MajorCentral Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront hub oil seals leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slight corrosion
  7. Fail139,181 miles (+877)13 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,181 miles
    Test number
    807786508164
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases down pipe is corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe into silencer box is corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective o/s and n/s, smear screen slightly (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front washer emits a reduced amount of washer fluid
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper shock absorber retaining bolt washer is loose
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both off side and near side chassis rails, and various other areas on the under side of the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Pass138,304 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    138,304 miles
    Test number
    336219426488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail138,302 miles (+1,282)16 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,302 miles
    Test number
    283945200038
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded mainline offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drag link (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drag link (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub free play
  10. Pass137,020 miles (+1,503)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    137,020 miles
    Test number
    486418350133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass135,517 miles (+1,180)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    135,517 miles
    Test number
    575326441135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
  12. Pass134,337 miles (+2,609)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    134,337 miles
    Test number
    109324385357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass131,728 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    131,728 miles
    Test number
    685273985124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear diff seal leaking
  14. Fail131,728 miles (+1,632)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,728 miles
    Test number
    626165975197
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureRear Air suspension accumulator leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear diff seal leaking
  15. Pass130,096 miles (+1,487)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    130,096 miles
    Test number
    526865964166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  16. Pass128,609 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    128,609 miles
    Test number
    886296553103
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
  17. Fail128,609 miles (+2,509)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,609 miles
    Test number
    996156053183
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
  18. Pass126,100 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    126,100 miles
    Test number
    709146912179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail126,093 miles (+1,639)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,093 miles
    Test number
    236775212443
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  20. Pass124,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    124,454 miles
    Test number
    917635921177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail124,454 miles (+7,659)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,454 miles
    Test number
    925915021183
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  22. Pass116,795 miles (+3,548)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    116,795 miles
    Test number
    501896300077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  23. Pass113,247 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    113,247 miles
    Test number
    263290748306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak from steering box
  24. Fail113,243 miles (+4,582)8 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,243 miles
    Test number
    442520848481
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak from steering box
  25. Pass108,661 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    108,661 miles
    Test number
    482927047384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail108,652 miles (+89)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,652 miles
    Test number
    154985447393
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureIndicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  27. Pass108,563 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    108,563 miles
    Test number
    711348137120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail108,561 miles (+5,683)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,561 miles
    Test number
    162247037174
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • 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)
    • NoteCorrosion to n/s/r sill step (small hole),seat belt mounts,chassis suspension mounts,driveshaft seals weeping
  29. Pass102,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    102,878 miles
    Test number
    911774376067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail102,878 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,878 miles
    Test number
    922243476050
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • NoteCorrosion to chassis

Questions about P627 MWJ

Does P627 MWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P627 MWJ is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on P627 MWJ?
The MOT on P627 MWJ is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P627 MWJ done?
P627 MWJ was recorded at 147,385 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 2,195 miles a year.
Has P627 MWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P627 MWJ has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on P627 MWJ 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 P627 MWJ find?
P627 MWJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 5 more.

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