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Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

R335 EJOMOT history

R335 EJO is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Jul 1998. Its MOT expired on 11 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 206,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2022.

R335 EJO green 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 11 Jul 2023
Mileage
206,694 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R335 EJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Jul 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R335 EJO was last recorded at 206,694 miles on 4 Jul 2022, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,681 miles · 20 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
5,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 206,694 miles
  • 2021 – 202,421 miles
  • 2020 – 197,669 miles
  • 2019 – 192,770 miles
  • 2018 – 186,213 miles
  • 2017 – 181,613 miles
  • 2016 – 177,369 miles
  • 2015 – 173,907 miles
  • 2014 – 168,633 miles
  • 2013 – 163,603 miles
  • 2011 – 158,306 miles
  • 2010 – 146,021 miles
  • 2008 – 137,158 miles
  • 2007 – 128,575 miles
  • 2006 – 114,745 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,694 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Brake fluid level low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,694 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    206,694 miles
    Test number
    734315242142
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail206,681 miles (+4,260)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,681 miles
    Test number
    419082243504
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail area beside fuel tank and inside bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both suspension arm to axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both suspension arm to axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass202,421 miles (+4,752)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    202,421 miles
    Test number
    566733754507
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm to axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm to axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play steering box drop arm track rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass197,669 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    197,669 miles
    Test number
    276850988629
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm to axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering operation noisey

  5. Fail197,662 miles (+4,892)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,662 miles
    Test number
    366694000057
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear brake pipe burst (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play forward track rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering box drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm to axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering operation noisey

  6. Pass192,770 miles (+63)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    192,770 miles
    Test number
    641895221189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail192,707 miles (+6,494)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,707 miles
    Test number
    572238227631
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour lens broken (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail/upper cross member outrigger area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail/upper cross member outrigger area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass186,213 miles (+4,600)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    186,213 miles
    Test number
    678721881044
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface corrosion

  9. Pass181,613 miles (+4,244)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    181,613 miles
    Test number
    975380792970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass177,369 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    177,369 miles
    Test number
    123762100776
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded top cup (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Fail177,356 miles (+3,449)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,356 miles
    Test number
    324915781550
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded centre (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded top cup (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass173,907 miles (+23)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    173,907 miles
    Test number
    936755005154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

  13. Fail173,884 miles (+5,251)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,884 miles
    Test number
    668324005127
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

  14. Pass168,633 miles (+5,030)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    168,633 miles
    Test number
    248003644092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass163,603 miles (+12)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    163,603 miles
    Test number
    149614543007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f top hub bearing has small play

  16. Fail163,591 miles (+5,285)9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,591 miles
    Test number
    866958023092
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f top hub bearing has small play

  17. Fail158,306 miles4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,306 miles
    Test number
    467419741306
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  18. Pass158,306 miles (+5,208)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    158,306 miles
    Test number
    765279141352
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  19. Fail153,098 miles3 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,098 miles
    Test number
    287921911044
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass153,098 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    153,098 miles
    Test number
    755601611066
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    570431210027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail146,021 miles (+8,863)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,021 miles
    Test number
    370818100048
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass137,158 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    137,158 miles
    Test number
    162588098229
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  24. Fail137,158 miles (+8,583)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,158 miles
    Test number
    544578998294
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  25. Pass128,575 miles (+13,830)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    128,575 miles
    Test number
    651688297275
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass114,745 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    114,745 miles
    Test number
    174473896294
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail114,745 miles3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,745 miles
    Test number
    584373496287
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about R335 EJO

Does R335 EJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R335 EJO expired on 11 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R335 EJO?
The MOT on R335 EJO expired on 11 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R335 EJO done?
R335 EJO was recorded at 206,694 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2022, an average of 5,855 miles a year.
Has R335 EJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R335 EJO has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on R335 EJO 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 R335 EJO find?
R335 EJO passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2022 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside non obligatory mirror damaged; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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