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Land Rover Range Rover

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,497 cc

S97 JBTMOT history

S97 JBT is a blue diesel Land Rover Range Rover first used on 5 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 5 Feb 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 138,608 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2025.

S97 JBT blue Land Rover Range Rover – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Feb 2026
Mileage
138,608 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S97 JBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Range Rover
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
5 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S97 JBT was last recorded at 138,608 miles on 5 Feb 2025, 106 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Jan 2024: 138,502 miles, lower than 161,757 miles on 22 Dec 2022.

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
138,502 miles · 6 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
106 miles
Average per year
2,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,608 miles
  • 2024 – 138,502 miles
  • 2022 – 161,757 miles
  • 2021 – 159,546 miles
  • 2020 – 157,960 miles
  • 2019 – 156,519 miles
  • 2018 – 153,167 miles
  • 2017 – 150,240 miles
  • 2016 – 150,212 miles
  • 2015 – 144,212 miles
  • 2014 – 140,649 miles
  • 2013 – 137,448 miles
  • 2012 – 134,098 miles
  • 2011 – 130,348 miles
  • 2010 – 123,642 miles
  • 2009 – 116,494 miles
  • 2008 – 113,716 miles
  • 2007 – 107,687 miles
  • 2006 – 100,225 miles
  • 2005 – 91,845 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,608 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (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.

  • Slight corrosion under vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,608 miles (+106)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    138,608 miles
    Test number
    434760210449
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass138,502 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    138,502 miles
    Test number
    775131596444
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under vehicle
  3. Fail138,502 miles (-23,255)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,502 miles
    Test number
    339721925760
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under vehicle
  4. Pass161,757 miles (+2,211)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    161,757 miles
    Test number
    852194288483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 rear transfer case (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNear side inner sill corroded (all)
  5. Pass159,546 miles (+1,586)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    159,546 miles
    Test number
    356267832099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass157,960 miles (+1,441)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    157,960 miles
    Test number
    610091329634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass156,519 miles (+3,352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    156,519 miles
    Test number
    673215595672
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass153,167 miles (+2,927)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    153,167 miles
    Test number
    909625598863
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass150,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    150,240 miles
    Test number
    965249788378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    977972039588
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass150,212 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    150,212 miles
    Test number
    662049199835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail150,208 miles (+5,996)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,208 miles
    Test number
    457158097383
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass144,212 miles (+3,563)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    144,212 miles
    Test number
    847582506344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass140,649 miles (+3,201)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    140,649 miles
    Test number
    387158884404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass137,448 miles (+3,350)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    137,448 miles
    Test number
    195104283292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass134,098 miles (+3,750)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    134,098 miles
    Test number
    355686482489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass130,348 miles (+6,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    130,348 miles
    Test number
    479509221498
    • 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)
  18. Pass123,642 miles (+128)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    123,642 miles
    Test number
    413769700326
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Fail123,514 miles (+7,020)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,514 miles
    Test number
    492283300481
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  20. Pass116,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    116,494 miles
    Test number
    801693299229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail116,494 miles (+2,778)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,494 miles
    Test number
    890412399249
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  22. Pass113,716 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    113,716 miles
    Test number
    931340818375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail113,696 miles (+6,009)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,696 miles
    Test number
    920449208372
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
  24. Pass107,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    107,687 miles
    Test number
    492433217331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail107,687 miles (+7,462)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,687 miles
    Test number
    114673417341
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
  26. Pass100,225 miles (+8,380)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    100,225 miles
    Test number
    460074416422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass91,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    91,845 miles
    Test number
    794835415394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail91,845 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,845 miles
    Test number
    350532015330
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about S97 JBT

Does S97 JBT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S97 JBT expired on 5 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S97 JBT?
The MOT on S97 JBT expired on 5 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S97 JBT done?
S97 JBT was recorded at 138,608 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2025, an average of 2,430 miles a year.
Has S97 JBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S97 JBT has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on S97 JBT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Jan 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S97 JBT find?
S97 JBT passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2025 with 9 advisories: nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front seat belt buckle slightly damaged; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 6 more.

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