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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

P933 NWJMOT history

P933 NWJ is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 Apr 1997. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2025 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 81,947 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2024.

P933 NWJ black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2025
Mileage
81,947 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2024
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,322 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P933 NWJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
21 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

P933 NWJ was last recorded at 81,947 miles on 8 Aug 2024, 628 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,319 miles · 14 Apr 2020
Between the last two tests
628 miles
Average per year
1,322 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 81,947 miles
  • 2020 – 81,319 miles
  • 2018 – 81,106 miles
  • 2017 – 80,159 miles
  • 2016 – 78,619 miles
  • 2014 – 78,393 miles
  • 2013 – 77,960 miles
  • 2012 – 76,698 miles
  • 2011 – 74,888 miles
  • 2010 – 73,410 miles
  • 2009 – 70,939 miles
  • 2008 – 66,857 miles
  • 2007 – 63,301 miles
  • 2006 – 57,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,947 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,947 miles (+628)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    81,947 miles
    Test number
    241055571901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass81,319 miles (+213)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    81,319 miles
    Test number
    349632017698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass81,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    81,106 miles
    Test number
    418579020619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail81,101 miles (+942)1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,101 miles
    Test number
    270971568157
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  5. Pass80,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    80,159 miles
    Test number
    469330862652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail80,153 miles (+1,534)5 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,153 miles
    Test number
    683728413479
    • DangerousNearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • DangerousSteering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

  7. Pass78,619 miles (+226)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    78,619 miles
    Test number
    533399323574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,393 miles (+433)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    78,393 miles
    Test number
    996210924284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  9. Pass77,960 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    77,960 miles
    Test number
    339877523201
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Fail77,960 miles (+1,262)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,960 miles
    Test number
    406797723270
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Pass76,698 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    76,698 miles
    Test number
    395999722229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail76,694 miles (+1,806)3 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,694 miles
    Test number
    967871822246
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • DangerousParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass74,888 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    74,888 miles
    Test number
    507300801217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Fail74,888 miles (+1,478)3 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,888 miles
    Test number
    749310201274
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass73,410 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    73,410 miles
    Test number
    541042500146
    • NoteDrag link end dust cover split
    • NoteNearside rear disc corroded inner face

  16. Fail73,410 miles (+2,471)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,410 miles
    Test number
    153169690079
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteDrag link end dust cover split
    • NoteNearside rear disc corroded inner face

  17. Pass70,939 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    70,939 miles
    Test number
    231913519411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail70,937 miles (+4,080)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,937 miles
    Test number
    663642319138
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass66,857 miles (+3,556)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    66,857 miles
    Test number
    293364518100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,301 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    63,301 miles
    Test number
    284613817488
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inside

  21. Fail63,301 miles (+5,614)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,301 miles
    Test number
    922813717167
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inside

  22. Pass57,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    57,687 miles
    Test number
    272304396064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P933 NWJ

Does P933 NWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P933 NWJ expired on 7 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P933 NWJ?
The MOT on P933 NWJ expired on 7 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P933 NWJ done?
P933 NWJ was recorded at 81,947 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2024, an average of 1,322 miles a year.
Has P933 NWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P933 NWJ has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on P933 NWJ 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 P933 NWJ find?
P933 NWJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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