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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

R599 CJNMOT history

R599 CJN is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 147,230 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

R599 CJN 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 Mar 2027
Mileage
147,230 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,800 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R599 CJN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R599 CJN was last recorded at 147,230 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,229 miles · 11 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,800 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,230 miles
  • 2025 – 146,081 miles
  • 2024 – 145,533 miles
  • 2022 – 144,498 miles
  • 2021 – 143,346 miles
  • 2020 – 138,833 miles
  • 2019 – 137,210 miles
  • 2018 – 136,328 miles
  • 2017 – 132,439 miles
  • 2016 – 130,021 miles
  • 2015 – 124,127 miles
  • 2014 – 118,578 miles
  • 2013 – 111,810 miles
  • 2012 – 102,599 miles
  • 2011 – 93,851 miles
  • 2010 – 83,164 miles
  • 2009 – 81,572 miles
  • 2008 – 80,049 miles
  • 2007 – 76,502 miles
  • 2006 – 70,543 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,230 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Central Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Axle

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Underneath heavily undersealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,230 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    147,230 miles
    Test number
    590073208882
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail147,229 miles (+1,148)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,229 miles
    Test number
    347706279799
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Sub-frame ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Foot well (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass146,081 miles (+548)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    146,081 miles
    Test number
    342823191384
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass145,533 miles (+1,035)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    145,533 miles
    Test number
    865456388490
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass144,498 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    144,498 miles
    Test number
    267628548680
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail144,498 miles (+1,152)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,498 miles
    Test number
    488684505745
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Horn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass143,346 miles (+4,513)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    143,346 miles
    Test number
    749037825793
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass138,833 miles (+1,623)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    138,833 miles
    Test number
    200433286086
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt pitman arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner step. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across axle (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass137,210 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    137,210 miles
    Test number
    162662575017
    • AdvisoryNew galvanized chassis fitted

  10. Fail137,208 miles (+56)7 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,208 miles
    Test number
    850751413826
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousVehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering holed chassis n/s and o/s centre (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousVehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering holed outriggers n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousVehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering holed top of spring mts n/s and o/s rear (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousVehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering inner wheel arches n/s and o/s front (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousVehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering in front of rear wheels n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced front n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and heavily undersealed under vehicle

  11. Pass137,152 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    137,152 miles
    Test number
    205461215798
    • AdvisoryUnderneath heavily undersealed

  12. Fail137,152 miles (+824)4 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,152 miles
    Test number
    328113594972
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering several places (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced hole in floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath heavily undersealed

  13. Pass136,328 miles (+167)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    136,328 miles
    Test number
    673131922862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail136,161 miles (+3,722)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,161 miles
    Test number
    982270123004
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering wheel arch several places (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering by anti roll bar mount (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering several places (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering wheel arch several places (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering by spring hanger (6.1.A.1)

  15. Pass132,439 miles (+2,418)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    132,439 miles
    Test number
    561092428326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass130,021 miles (+23)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    130,021 miles
    Test number
    233158182126
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion seat mountings (6.1.B.2)

  17. Fail129,998 miles (+5,871)3 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,998 miles
    Test number
    383675180739
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded trailing arm mountings (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion seat mountings (6.1.B.2)

  18. Pass124,127 miles (+5,549)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    124,127 miles
    Test number
    755698195092
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  19. Pass118,578 miles (+6,768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    118,578 miles
    Test number
    137147594089
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Pass111,810 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    111,810 miles
    Test number
    619987003182
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Fail111,784 miles (+9,185)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,784 miles
    Test number
    136366103175
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass102,599 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    102,599 miles
    Test number
    286175512492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering damper deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail102,599 miles (+8,748)1 failure3 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,599 miles
    Test number
    809035812165
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering damper deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass93,851 miles (+10,687)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    93,851 miles
    Test number
    385718201115
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/r, chassis is starting to corrode

  25. Pass83,164 miles (+130)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    83,164 miles
    Test number
    822431610146
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass83,034 miles (+1,462)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    83,034 miles
    Test number
    963491210023
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  27. Pass81,572 miles (+1,523)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    81,572 miles
    Test number
    901543519030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass80,049 miles (+3,547)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    80,049 miles
    Test number
    454477508035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass76,502 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    76,502 miles
    Test number
    593301917097
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated.
    • NoteSmall cut in rad top hose.

  30. Fail76,502 miles (+5,959)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,502 miles
    Test number
    801500617017
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear number slightly deteriorated.
    • NoteSmall cut in top water hose.

  31. Pass70,543 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    70,543 miles
    Test number
    593473416033
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about R599 CJN

Does R599 CJN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R599 CJN is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on R599 CJN?
The MOT on R599 CJN is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R599 CJN done?
R599 CJN was recorded at 147,230 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 3,800 miles a year.
Has R599 CJN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R599 CJN has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on R599 CJN 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 R599 CJN find?
R599 CJN passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: central front oil leak, but not excessive diff.

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