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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2006 · 2,495 cc

S8 JPMMOT history

S8 JPM is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 22 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 107,992 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

S8 JPM white 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 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
107,992 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 JPM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 JPM was last recorded at 107,992 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 2,897 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Aug 2009: 21,379 miles, lower than 140,017 miles on 19 Aug 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
105,095 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,897 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,992 miles
  • 2025 – 105,095 miles
  • 2024 – 100,593 miles
  • 2023 – 95,218 miles
  • 2022 – 89,378 miles
  • 2021 – 83,029 miles
  • 2020 – 80,840 miles
  • 2019 – 75,207 miles
  • 2017 – 62,347 miles
  • 2016 – 56,678 miles
  • 2015 – 49,526 miles
  • 2014 – 44,987 miles
  • 2013 – 40,549 miles
  • 2012 – 36,239 miles
  • 2011 – 35,312 miles
  • 2010 – 27,912 miles
  • 2009 – 21,379 miles
  • 2008 – 140,017 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,992 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear tyres heavily perished/ split
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion under side of the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,992 miles (+2,897)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    107,992 miles
    Test number
    854257252064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres heavily perished/ split
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion under side of the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass105,095 miles (+4,502)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    105,095 miles
    Test number
    716048466392
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass100,593 miles (+5,375)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    100,593 miles
    Test number
    874287528096
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged brake pipe to caliper damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded general corrosion under side of the vehicle

  4. Pass95,218 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    95,218 miles
    Test number
    116698730393
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Cross axle pipes are corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Steep is damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Steep is bent
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Mud flap is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear There appears to be a minor leak from wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail95,218 miles (+23)1 dangerous4 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,218 miles
    Test number
    504857698176
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorParking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (1.1.6 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Cross axle pipes are corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Steep is damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Steep is bent
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Mud flap is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear There appears to be a minor leak from wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail95,195 miles (+5,817)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,195 miles
    Test number
    529736256537
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Top of differential (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Possible bearing leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass89,378 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    89,378 miles
    Test number
    449496128089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front SWIVEL JOINT IS LEAKING
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S/R AND O/S/R TRAILING ARMS BUSHES ARE PERISHED (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH CHASSIS RAILS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail89,377 miles (+6,348)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,377 miles
    Test number
    271010165346
    • MajorFront Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play LINKAGE ROD FROM STEERING BOX (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR PIPE (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSteering column universal joint has excessive wear or play BOTTOM COLUMN UNIVERSAL JOINT (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front SWIVEL JOINT IS LEAKING
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S/R AND O/S/R TRAILING ARMS BUSHES ARE PERISHED (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH CHASSIS RAILS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass83,029 miles (+2,189)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    83,029 miles
    Test number
    949102385049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,840 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    80,840 miles
    Test number
    385393842474
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres heavily perished
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded

  11. Fail80,840 miles (+5,633)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,840 miles
    Test number
    275488048664
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres heavily perished
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded

  12. Pass75,207 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    75,207 miles
    Test number
    269056855659
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail75,201 miles (+12,854)6 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,201 miles
    Test number
    844013800286
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousSteering column universal joint likely to become detached lower joint on steering column (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass62,347 miles (+5,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    62,347 miles
    Test number
    756614906206
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass56,678 miles (+7,152)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    56,678 miles
    Test number
    339422505805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,526 miles (+4,539)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    49,526 miles
    Test number
    415248005076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,987 miles (+4,438)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    44,987 miles
    Test number
    836937714064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,549 miles (+4,310)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    40,549 miles
    Test number
    645988913032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,239 miles (+927)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    36,239 miles
    Test number
    208520822010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,312 miles (+7,400)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    35,312 miles
    Test number
    538133821253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,912 miles (+6,533)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    27,912 miles
    Test number
    711826530209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,379 miles (-118,638)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    21,379 miles
    Test number
    474588339287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass140,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    140,017 miles
    Test number
    533752538267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 JPM

Does S8 JPM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 JPM is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 JPM?
The MOT on S8 JPM is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 JPM done?
S8 JPM was recorded at 107,992 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026.
Has S8 JPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 JPM has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S8 JPM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Aug 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S8 JPM find?
S8 JPM passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front tyre perished; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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