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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

P884 AUJMOT history

P884 AUJ is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1996. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 163,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

P884 AUJ blue 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 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
163,179 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,141 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P884 AUJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P884 AUJ was last recorded at 163,179 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 327 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jul 2014: 127,904 miles, lower than 127,908 miles on 9 Jul 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
162,852 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
327 miles
Average per year
4,141 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,179 miles
  • 2025 – 162,852 miles
  • 2024 – 157,883 miles
  • 2023 – 154,301 miles
  • 2022 – 150,884 miles
  • 2021 – 148,208 miles
  • 2020 – 144,964 miles
  • 2019 – 142,395 miles
  • 2018 – 140,609 miles
  • 2017 – 138,184 miles
  • 2016 – 134,903 miles
  • 2015 – 131,829 miles
  • 2014 – 127,904 miles
  • 2013 – 120,943 miles
  • 2012 – 116,591 miles
  • 2010 – 108,993 miles
  • 2009 – 103,113 miles
  • 2008 – 96,208 miles
  • 2007 – 87,543 miles
  • 2006 – 79,356 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,179 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Steering damper bush worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leaking excessively from engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,179 miles (+327)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    163,179 miles
    Test number
    396434515044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass162,852 miles (+4,969)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    162,852 miles
    Test number
    892948098272
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively diff (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass157,883 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    157,883 miles
    Test number
    639901740957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail157,880 miles (+3,579)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,880 miles
    Test number
    890884078709
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

  5. Pass154,301 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    154,301 miles
    Test number
    667172203066
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail154,299 miles (+3,415)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,299 miles
    Test number
    944307674150
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod 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 Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass150,884 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    150,884 miles
    Test number
    987985943419
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush worn

  8. Fail150,882 miles (+2,674)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,882 miles
    Test number
    771903977905
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn panhard rod yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush worn

  9. Pass148,208 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    148,208 miles
    Test number
    199662232538
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail148,206 miles (+3,242)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,206 miles
    Test number
    533346859039
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass144,964 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    144,964 miles
    Test number
    821999828077
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail144,962 miles (+2,567)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,962 miles
    Test number
    929808520476
    • MajorAll direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  13. Pass142,395 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    142,395 miles
    Test number
    104105227363
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive steering box has a slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail142,395 miles (+1,786)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,395 miles
    Test number
    201911457491
    • DangerousProp shaft likely to become detached rear joint (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive steering box has a slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass140,609 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    140,609 miles
    Test number
    759715205126
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Fail140,604 miles (+2,420)3 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,604 miles
    Test number
    144921647451
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering ram insecure (2.1.5 (d) (i))

  17. Pass138,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    138,184 miles
    Test number
    495229927601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail138,184 miles (+3,281)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,184 miles
    Test number
    594350588676
    • FailureBrake operation has insufficient reserve pressure/vacuum to provide assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning lamp or other device has operated (3.3.E.5b)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate deteriorated both front and rear (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass134,903 miles (+3,074)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    134,903 miles
    Test number
    675271064767
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub swivel seal weeping
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass131,829 miles (+3,925)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    131,829 miles
    Test number
    946499785100
    • NoteAll metal brake pipes have slight corrosion
    • NoteChassis has had welding repairs done in past

  21. Pass127,904 miles (-4)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    127,904 miles
    Test number
    928680614206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail127,908 miles (+6,965)19 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,908 miles
    Test number
    215490894156
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass120,943 miles (+4,352)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    120,943 miles
    Test number
    839281623088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass116,591 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    116,591 miles
    Test number
    356517832017
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  25. Fail116,591 miles (+7,598)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,591 miles
    Test number
    559447232027
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  26. Pass108,993 miles (+5,880)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    108,993 miles
    Test number
    100325610279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass103,113 miles (+6,905)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    103,113 miles
    Test number
    212036999171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass96,208 miles (+8,665)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    96,208 miles
    Test number
    290930318209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass87,543 miles (+8,187)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    87,543 miles
    Test number
    394356987118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass79,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    79,356 miles
    Test number
    952919496129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P884 AUJ

Does P884 AUJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P884 AUJ is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on P884 AUJ?
The MOT on P884 AUJ is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P884 AUJ done?
P884 AUJ was recorded at 163,179 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 4,141 miles a year.
Has P884 AUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P884 AUJ has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on P884 AUJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Jul 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P884 AUJ find?
P884 AUJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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