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Maroon · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

T55 HJRMOT history

T55 HJR is a maroon diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 58,883 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
58,883 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 HJR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Maroon
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 HJR was last recorded at 58,883 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 3,664 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,219 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,664 miles
Average per year
1,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,883 miles
  • 2025 – 55,219 miles
  • 2024 – 51,492 miles
  • 2023 – 46,683 miles
  • 2020 – 46,681 miles
  • 2015 – 45,769 miles
  • 2014 – 43,705 miles
  • 2013 – 41,065 miles
  • 2012 – 37,813 miles
  • 2010 – 34,869 miles
  • 2009 – 31,430 miles
  • 2008 – 27,458 miles
  • 2007 – 24,150 miles
  • 2006 – 19,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,883 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Rear sign of a brake fluid leak from brake drum but no leak at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component at steering box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Both front swivel housings slight leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Both rear outer seatbelt stalk covers missing/damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Brake pedal has free play in operation

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass58,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    58,883 miles
    Test number
    192660795975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail58,883 miles (+3,664)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,883 miles
    Test number
    281369330933
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass55,219 miles (+24)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    55,219 miles
    Test number
    654499082490
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sign of a brake fluid leak from brake drum but no leak at time of test
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component at steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel housings slight leaking
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer seatbelt stalk covers missing/damaged
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has free play in operation
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  4. Fail55,195 miles (+3,703)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,195 miles
    Test number
    900476259987
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe at turbo (fumes may enter the cab) (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorIntermediate drop arm insecure drop arm at steering box loose (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective mounting nut loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sign of a brake fluid leak from brake drum but no leak at time of test
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component at steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel housings slight leaking
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer seatbelt stalk covers missing/damaged
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has free play in operation
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  5. Pass51,492 miles (+4,809)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    51,492 miles
    Test number
    340960290902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass46,683 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    46,683 miles
    Test number
    666062443854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass46,681 miles (+912)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    46,681 miles
    Test number
    933405245906
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  8. Fail45,769 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,769 miles
    Test number
    205262765416
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  9. Pass45,769 miles (+2,064)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    45,769 miles
    Test number
    687062465185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,705 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    43,705 miles
    Test number
    198344584057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail43,698 miles (+2,633)7 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,698 miles
    Test number
    638722874078
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront propshaft front u/j worn
    • NoteRear propshaft front u/j worn
    • NoteSteering shaft bottom bearing worn

  12. Pass41,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    41,065 miles
    Test number
    176058373484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail41,065 miles (+3,252)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,065 miles
    Test number
    635101473093
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass37,813 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    37,813 miles
    Test number
    255397242078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail37,810 miles (+2,941)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,810 miles
    Test number
    857794942034
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass34,869 miles (+3,439)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    34,869 miles
    Test number
    384318880276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,430 miles (+3,972)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    31,430 miles
    Test number
    303330259471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,458 miles (+3,308)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,458 miles
    Test number
    370717468487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,150 miles (+4,590)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    24,150 miles
    Test number
    121154677262
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass19,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    19,560 miles
    Test number
    351189566226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 HJR

Does T55 HJR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 HJR is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 HJR?
The MOT on T55 HJR is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 HJR done?
T55 HJR was recorded at 58,883 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 1,995 miles a year.
Has T55 HJR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 HJR has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 HJR 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 T55 HJR find?
T55 HJR passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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