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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

S40 JBGMOT history

S40 JBG is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 22 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 105,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

S40 JBG black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
105,509 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,891 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 JBG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 JBG was last recorded at 105,509 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 2,048 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
103,461 miles · 16 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,048 miles
Average per year
3,891 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,509 miles
  • 2025 – 103,461 miles
  • 2024 – 99,826 miles
  • 2023 – 95,497 miles
  • 2022 – 92,107 miles
  • 2021 – 88,388 miles
  • 2020 – 85,354 miles
  • 2019 – 81,125 miles
  • 2018 – 76,647 miles
  • 2017 – 70,732 miles
  • 2016 – 66,368 miles
  • 2015 – 62,813 miles
  • 2014 – 58,136 miles
  • 2013 – 52,803 miles
  • 2012 – 51,054 miles
  • 2011 – 48,606 miles
  • 2010 – 45,482 miles
  • 2009 – 42,375 miles
  • 2008 – 35,615 miles
  • 2007 – 30,463 miles
  • 2006 – 26,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,509 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Coil spring corroded x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Coil spring corroded x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,509 miles (+2,048)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    105,509 miles
    Test number
    494679501234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass103,461 miles (+3,635)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    103,461 miles
    Test number
    814286279319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass99,826 miles (+4,329)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    99,826 miles
    Test number
    474671137185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,497 miles (+3,390)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    95,497 miles
    Test number
    453905592523
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass92,107 miles (+3,719)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    92,107 miles
    Test number
    942883000839
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f swivel joint seal leaking slightly

  6. Pass88,388 miles (+3,034)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    88,388 miles
    Test number
    140724565275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass85,354 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    85,354 miles
    Test number
    979925789197
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust flange heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail85,354 miles (+4,229)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,354 miles
    Test number
    982101627006
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust flange heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass81,125 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,125 miles
    Test number
    468543099952
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail81,125 miles (+4,478)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,125 miles
    Test number
    957341443572
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass76,647 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    76,647 miles
    Test number
    968861677736
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perish cracks just starting walls and tread and both rears in the tread
    • AdvisoryEngine very damp engine oil and n/s swivel very damp
    • AdvisorySmall play starting both rear top shock bushes

  12. Fail76,647 miles (+5,915)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,647 miles
    Test number
    597084865615
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine Excess black emissions (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perish cracks just starting walls and tread and both rears in the tread
    • AdvisoryEngine very damp engine oil and n/s swivel very damp
    • AdvisorySmall play starting both rear top shock bushes

  13. Pass70,732 miles (+4,364)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    70,732 miles
    Test number
    330656858310
    • AdvisoryRear chassis crossmember showing early signs of corrosion.

  14. Pass66,368 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    66,368 miles
    Test number
    798883257667
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  15. Fail66,368 miles (+3,555)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,368 miles
    Test number
    254688329696
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass62,813 miles (+4,677)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    62,813 miles
    Test number
    486440865191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,136 miles (+5,333)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    58,136 miles
    Test number
    748251664168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,803 miles (+1,749)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    52,803 miles
    Test number
    787270773105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,054 miles (+2,448)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,054 miles
    Test number
    157208862120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,606 miles (+3,124)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    48,606 miles
    Test number
    377139061126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,482 miles (+3,107)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    45,482 miles
    Test number
    861342470151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,375 miles (+6,760)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,375 miles
    Test number
    782946349189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,615 miles (+1,197)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    35,615 miles
    Test number
    480055158170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,418 miles (+3,955)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    34,418 miles
    Test number
    154828068471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,463 miles (+3,625)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,463 miles
    Test number
    684865857010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,838 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    26,838 miles
    Test number
    364195876089
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about S40 JBG

Does S40 JBG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 JBG is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 JBG?
The MOT on S40 JBG is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 JBG done?
S40 JBG was recorded at 105,509 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 3,891 miles a year.
Has S40 JBG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 JBG has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on S40 JBG 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 S40 JBG find?
S40 JBG passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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