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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,495 cc

T20 JRDMOT history

T20 JRD is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 142,852 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
142,852 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,005 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T20 JRD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T20 JRD was last recorded at 142,852 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 1,841 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,011 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,841 miles
Average per year
7,005 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,852 miles
  • 2025 – 141,011 miles
  • 2024 – 139,416 miles
  • 2023 – 138,467 miles
  • 2022 – 136,937 miles
  • 2021 – 135,316 miles
  • 2020 – 134,376 miles
  • 2019 – 132,594 miles
  • 2018 – 131,516 miles
  • 2017 – 129,740 miles
  • 2016 – 118,766 miles
  • 2015 – 103,113 miles
  • 2014 – 86,794 miles
  • 2013 – 79,217 miles
  • 2012 – 68,887 miles
  • 2011 – 51,667 miles
  • 2010 – 34,982 miles
  • 2009 – 27,261 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,852 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (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.

  • Not much reserve travel on handbrake

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Surface corrosion in underside of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,852 miles (+1,841)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    142,852 miles
    Test number
    878131738468
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass141,011 miles (+1,595)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    141,011 miles
    Test number
    108244756753
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNot much reserve travel on handbrake
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in underside of vehicle
  3. Pass139,416 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    139,416 miles
    Test number
    866886946849
    • AdvisoryNot much reserve travel on handbrake
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in underside of vehicle
  4. Fail139,405 miles (+938)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,405 miles
    Test number
    606902735903
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNot much reserve travel on handbrake
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in underside of vehicle
  5. Pass138,467 miles (+1,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    138,467 miles
    Test number
    390004283227
    • AdvisoryNot much reserve travel on handbrake
  6. Pass136,937 miles (+1,621)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    136,937 miles
    Test number
    108641033446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass135,316 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    135,316 miles
    Test number
    792408062794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail135,305 miles (+929)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,305 miles
    Test number
    451159738487
    • DangerousCentral Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass134,376 miles (+1,782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    134,376 miles
    Test number
    142552716979
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass132,594 miles (+1,078)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    132,594 miles
    Test number
    239078667811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass131,516 miles (+1,776)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    131,516 miles
    Test number
    492469296281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  12. Pass129,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    129,740 miles
    Test number
    719412526380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail129,740 miles (+10,974)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,740 miles
    Test number
    517299123636
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureObligatory mirror missing all (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureStatutory seat belt missing all (5.1.1)
  14. Pass118,766 miles (+15,653)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    118,766 miles
    Test number
    271022947233
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
  15. Pass103,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    103,113 miles
    Test number
    397929319709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail103,113 miles (+16,319)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,113 miles
    Test number
    176876173455
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  17. Pass86,794 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    86,794 miles
    Test number
    579757414221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail86,791 miles (+7,574)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,791 miles
    Test number
    309296014444
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  19. Fail79,217 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,217 miles
    Test number
    507568813296
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  20. Pass79,217 miles (+10,330)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    79,217 miles
    Test number
    525398913289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,887 miles (+17,220)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    68,887 miles
    Test number
    948488422290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,667 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    51,667 miles
    Test number
    165837611228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Fail51,667 miles (+16,685)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,667 miles
    Test number
    989576011222
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  24. Pass34,982 miles (+7,721)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    34,982 miles
    Test number
    653986220278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,261 miles (+1,502)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    27,261 miles
    Test number
    360057239223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    25,759 miles
    Test number
    184437469156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T20 JRD

Does T20 JRD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T20 JRD is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T20 JRD?
The MOT on T20 JRD is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T20 JRD done?
T20 JRD was recorded at 142,852 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 7,005 miles a year.
Has T20 JRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T20 JRD has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T20 JRD 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 T20 JRD find?
T20 JRD passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 2 more.

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