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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T102 LCJMOT history

T102 LCJ is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 115,487 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
115,487 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,954 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T102 LCJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T102 LCJ was last recorded at 115,487 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 621 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Mar 2013: 77,253 miles, lower than 685,978 miles on 24 Feb 2012.
  • 1 Jul 2015: 94,811 miles, lower than 859,052 miles on 10 Apr 2014.
  • 28 Sept 2021: 102,202 miles, lower than 105,811 miles on 2 Oct 2020.

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
114,866 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
621 miles
Average per year
3,954 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,487 miles
  • 2024 – 114,866 miles
  • 2023 – 112,211 miles
  • 2022 – 110,137 miles
  • 2021 – 107,215 miles
  • 2020 – 105,811 miles
  • 2019 – 102,905 miles
  • 2018 – 99,857 miles
  • 2017 – 97,166 miles
  • 2016 – 96,620 miles
  • 2015 – 94,811 miles
  • 2014 – 859,052 miles
  • 2013 – 77,253 miles
  • 2012 – 685,978 miles
  • 2011 – 59,888 miles
  • 2009 – 52,105 miles
  • 2008 – 43,550 miles
  • 2007 – 38,724 miles
  • 2006 – 37,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,487 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight oil leak to n/s/f hub

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,487 miles (+621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    115,487 miles
    Test number
    829889679190
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight oil leak to n/s/f hub

  2. Pass114,866 miles (+2,655)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    114,866 miles
    Test number
    850047753836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass112,211 miles (+2,074)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    112,211 miles
    Test number
    278363596450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass110,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    110,137 miles
    Test number
    664298069839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail110,137 miles (+2,922)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,137 miles
    Test number
    614937427744
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass107,215 miles (+5,013)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    107,215 miles
    Test number
    314676516458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail102,202 miles (-3,609)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,202 miles
    Test number
    300238468822
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component missing Rear axle bump stop missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced rear x member corroded (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  8. Pass105,811 miles (+2,906)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    105,811 miles
    Test number
    189662330844
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis has surface corrosion but solid at time of test (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass102,905 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    102,905 miles
    Test number
    577215372854
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail102,904 miles (+3,047)3 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,904 miles
    Test number
    876873344305
    • DangerousNearside Rear Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Body outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass99,857 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    99,857 miles
    Test number
    933786329363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail99,857 miles (+2,691)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,857 miles
    Test number
    764299091401
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded o\s front to rear pipe corroded to excess at rear flexi point (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass97,166 miles (+546)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    97,166 miles
    Test number
    926849915227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass96,620 miles (+1,809)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    96,620 miles
    Test number
    949501418524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail94,811 miles1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,811 miles
    Test number
    307702185128
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass94,811 miles (-764,241)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    94,811 miles
    Test number
    765572485146
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass859,052 miles (+781,799)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    859,052 miles
    Test number
    218640604487
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass77,253 miles (-608,725)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    77,253 miles
    Test number
    505876563025
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass685,978 miles (+626,090)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    685,978 miles
    Test number
    195675652433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre has cuts no cords visible

  20. Pass59,888 miles (+7,783)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    59,888 miles
    Test number
    635737011005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass52,105 miles (+8,555)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    52,105 miles
    Test number
    803756539387
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSlight wear in steering damper rubber bush

  22. Pass43,550 miles (+3,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    43,550 miles
    Test number
    411609918308
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  23. Pass39,914 miles (+1,190)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    39,914 miles
    Test number
    442756818148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass38,724 miles (+776)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    38,724 miles
    Test number
    861870487098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    37,948 miles
    Test number
    630294296058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T102 LCJ

Does T102 LCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T102 LCJ is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T102 LCJ?
The MOT on T102 LCJ is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T102 LCJ done?
T102 LCJ was recorded at 115,487 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 3,954 miles a year.
Has T102 LCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T102 LCJ has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T102 LCJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 7 Mar 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T102 LCJ find?
T102 LCJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front slight oil leak to n/s/f hub.

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