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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

S25 WJWMOT history

S25 WJW is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 25 Aug 2004. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 36 MOT tests, with 121,557 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

S25 WJW black 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 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
121,557 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
36
22 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,592 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S25 WJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S25 WJW was last recorded at 121,557 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,557 miles · 21 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,592 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,557 miles
  • 2025 – 116,782 miles
  • 2024 – 110,747 miles
  • 2023 – 107,121 miles
  • 2022 – 104,281 miles
  • 2021 – 100,472 miles
  • 2020 – 97,327 miles
  • 2019 – 95,056 miles
  • 2018 – 93,142 miles
  • 2017 – 90,659 miles
  • 2016 – 88,821 miles
  • 2015 – 84,446 miles
  • 2014 – 77,069 miles
  • 2013 – 69,236 miles
  • 2012 – 63,853 miles
  • 2011 – 59,685 miles
  • 2010 – 57,530 miles
  • 2009 – 48,748 miles
  • 2008 – 42,553 miles
  • 2007 – 33,660 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,557 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major5 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

36 tests since 31 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,557 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    121,557 miles
    Test number
    988739159764
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail121,557 miles (+4,775)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,557 miles
    Test number
    689331524872
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass116,782 miles (+6,035)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    116,782 miles
    Test number
    914019565428
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass110,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    110,747 miles
    Test number
    738747320678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail110,747 miles (+3,626)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,747 miles
    Test number
    646729749383
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass107,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    107,121 miles
    Test number
    310991282960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail107,120 miles (+2,839)1 dangerous9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,120 miles
    Test number
    927868163877
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass104,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    104,281 miles
    Test number
    268439405524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail104,281 miles (+3,809)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,281 miles
    Test number
    999846936296
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  10. Pass100,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    100,472 miles
    Test number
    194309347277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail100,472 miles (+3,145)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,472 miles
    Test number
    821604601925
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass97,327 miles (+2,271)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    97,327 miles
    Test number
    902965062869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside steering damper bush

  13. Pass95,056 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,056 miles
    Test number
    509087010329
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail95,056 miles (+1,914)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,056 miles
    Test number
    463519832887
    • MajorNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass93,142 miles (+2,483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    93,142 miles
    Test number
    388455474927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside steering damper bush has slight free play

  16. Pass90,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    90,659 miles
    Test number
    676559530352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail90,659 miles (+60)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,659 miles
    Test number
    709469459928
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass90,599 miles (+1,778)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    90,599 miles
    Test number
    708630484189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass88,821 miles (+126)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    88,821 miles
    Test number
    782880976481
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to Rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  20. Fail88,695 miles (+4,249)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,695 miles
    Test number
    264533670398
    • FailureAxle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing and leaking (2.5.A.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has puncture
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  21. Pass84,446 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    84,446 miles
    Test number
    935399465092
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail84,446 miles (+7,377)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,446 miles
    Test number
    927903765033
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass77,069 miles (+7,833)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    77,069 miles
    Test number
    916715234051
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass69,236 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    69,236 miles
    Test number
    446161823052
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  25. Fail69,236 miles (+5,383)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,236 miles
    Test number
    637231223021
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  26. Pass63,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    63,853 miles
    Test number
    426804622042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail63,853 miles (+4,168)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,853 miles
    Test number
    165763922441
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  28. Pass59,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    59,685 miles
    Test number
    588927221059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail59,685 miles (+2,155)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,685 miles
    Test number
    919017221048
    • Repaired at testAll position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  30. Fail57,530 miles2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,530 miles
    Test number
    440912090209
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBoth front seat belts slightly worn
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn

  31. Pass57,530 miles (+2,080)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    57,530 miles
    Test number
    951852490230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBoth front seat belts slightly worn
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn

  32. Pass55,450 miles (+6,702)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    55,450 miles
    Test number
    353575830403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass48,748 miles (+6,195)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    48,748 miles
    Test number
    863661339214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass42,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    42,553 miles
    Test number
    851998128205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail42,553 miles (+8,893)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,553 miles
    Test number
    912818628205
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  36. Pass33,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    33,660 miles
    Test number
    334663447460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S25 WJW

Does S25 WJW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S25 WJW is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S25 WJW?
The MOT on S25 WJW is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S25 WJW done?
S25 WJW was recorded at 121,557 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 4,592 miles a year.
Has S25 WJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S25 WJW has failed 14 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S25 WJW 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 S25 WJW find?
S25 WJW passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: central rear suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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