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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

R16 JDNMOT history

R16 JDN is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Jul 2000. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 208,437 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

R16 JDN green 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 19 May 2027
Mileage
208,437 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 JDN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
13 Jul 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 JDN was last recorded at 208,437 miles on 20 May 2026, 1,348 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,089 miles · 5 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1,348 miles
Average per year
4,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 208,437 miles
  • 2024 – 207,089 miles
  • 2023 – 205,630 miles
  • 2022 – 204,015 miles
  • 2021 – 202,437 miles
  • 2020 – 198,609 miles
  • 2018 – 190,792 miles
  • 2017 – 175,162 miles
  • 2015 – 165,660 miles
  • 2014 – 154,570 miles
  • 2012 – 148,077 miles
  • 2011 – 144,716 miles
  • 2010 – 141,484 miles
  • 2008 – 137,176 miles
  • 2007 – 132,628 miles
  • 2006 – 111,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,437 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded and offside from flexies (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,437 miles (+1,348)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    208,437 miles
    Test number
    929880462013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass207,089 miles (+1,459)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    207,089 miles
    Test number
    660481569384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass205,630 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    205,630 miles
    Test number
    143984721168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail205,622 miles (+1,607)3 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,622 miles
    Test number
    141269975172
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering box drop arm likely to become detached Drop arm nut loose and insecure on shaft (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Prop shaft likely to become detached Rear prop front UJ prop loose (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering wheel likely to become detached cracked (2.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Chassis outrigger And hole in floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner and outer chassis Multiple holes behind fuel tank and along chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Chassis outrigger And hole in floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner and outer chassis Multiple holes behind fuel tank and along chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass204,015 miles (+1,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    204,015 miles
    Test number
    506631520888
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass202,437 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    202,437 miles
    Test number
    887865612298
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail202,427 miles (+3,818)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,427 miles
    Test number
    340977547426
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass198,609 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    198,609 miles
    Test number
    946017001462
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail198,591 miles (+7,799)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,591 miles
    Test number
    558365118651
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside front from flexies x4 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass190,792 miles (+7,498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    190,792 miles
    Test number
    620250357910
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass183,294 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    183,294 miles
    Test number
    367386193778
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded and offside from flexies (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail183,281 miles (+8,119)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,281 miles
    Test number
    818759326719
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded and offside from flexies (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axile x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass175,162 miles (+9,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    175,162 miles
    Test number
    402700723784
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axel (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass165,660 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    165,660 miles
    Test number
    547673398835
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryStering damper shocker bush slightly worn

  15. Fail165,660 miles (+8,384)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,660 miles
    Test number
    391949239737
    • Repaired at testFront Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryStering damper shocker bush slightly worn

  16. Pass157,276 miles (+2,706)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    157,276 miles
    Test number
    128712015472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass154,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    154,570 miles
    Test number
    305666104029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail154,570 miles (+6,493)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,570 miles
    Test number
    326836204073
    • Repaired at testSteering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

  19. Pass148,077 miles (+3,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    148,077 miles
    Test number
    355163852387
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass144,716 miles (+3,232)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    144,716 miles
    Test number
    676788121334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass141,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    141,484 miles
    Test number
    444505050339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail141,484 miles (+2,102)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,484 miles
    Test number
    672474150330
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  23. Pass139,382 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    139,382 miles
    Test number
    922132020047
    • NoteBoth front outer seat bealt webbings a little scuffed up through being caught in the door catch

  24. Fail139,382 miles (+2,206)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,382 miles
    Test number
    503330620064
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front outer seat bealt webbings a little scuffed up through being caught in the door catch

  25. Pass137,176 miles (+4,548)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    137,176 miles
    Test number
    383036898279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass132,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    132,628 miles
    Test number
    694663547217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail132,628 miles (+20,776)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,628 miles
    Test number
    681312847228
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  28. Pass111,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    111,852 miles
    Test number
    222058276132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R16 JDN

Does R16 JDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 JDN is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 JDN?
The MOT on R16 JDN is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 JDN done?
R16 JDN was recorded at 208,437 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 4,855 miles a year.
Has R16 JDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 JDN has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on R16 JDN 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 R16 JDN find?
R16 JDN passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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