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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

T55 JRDMOT history

T55 JRD is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Apr 2000. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 126,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
126,532 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,727 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 JRD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Apr 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 JRD was last recorded at 126,532 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 138 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,394 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
138 miles
Average per year
2,727 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,532 miles
  • 2025 – 126,394 miles
  • 2024 – 126,334 miles
  • 2023 – 126,038 miles
  • 2022 – 125,641 miles
  • 2021 – 125,375 miles
  • 2019 – 125,021 miles
  • 2018 – 124,457 miles
  • 2017 – 123,375 miles
  • 2016 – 123,357 miles
  • 2015 – 119,501 miles
  • 2014 – 117,128 miles
  • 2013 – 110,012 miles
  • 2012 – 104,935 miles
  • 2011 – 102,392 miles
  • 2010 – 98,749 miles
  • 2009 – 95,828 miles
  • 2008 – 93,423 miles
  • 2007 – 91,801 miles
  • 2006 – 82,343 miles
  • 2005 – 68,712 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,532 miles

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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,532 miles (+138)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    126,532 miles
    Test number
    856353937672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass126,394 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    126,394 miles
    Test number
    424449564859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass126,334 miles (+296)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    126,334 miles
    Test number
    812992364864
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  4. Pass126,038 miles (+397)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    126,038 miles
    Test number
    122076094719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  5. Pass125,641 miles (+266)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    125,641 miles
    Test number
    662247405989
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sunviser will not stay in closed position
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside very corroded

  6. Pass125,375 miles (+354)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    125,375 miles
    Test number
    640919704093
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass125,021 miles (+564)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    125,021 miles
    Test number
    385836679201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass124,457 miles (+1,082)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    124,457 miles
    Test number
    718274312148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass123,375 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    123,375 miles
    Test number
    793813781371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail123,357 miles (+3,856)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,357 miles
    Test number
    720437185847
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor pan (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  11. Pass119,501 miles (+2,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    119,501 miles
    Test number
    673441517828
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass117,128 miles (+7,116)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    117,128 miles
    Test number
    778986954391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail110,012 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,012 miles
    Test number
    105918153373
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass110,012 miles (+5,077)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    110,012 miles
    Test number
    597708453358
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass104,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    104,935 miles
    Test number
    416241512321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail104,935 miles (+2,543)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,935 miles
    Test number
    565361512338
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass102,392 miles (+3,643)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    102,392 miles
    Test number
    325057701321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail98,749 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,749 miles
    Test number
    352615090283
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass98,749 miles (+2,921)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    98,749 miles
    Test number
    914345490252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass95,828 miles (+2,405)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    95,828 miles
    Test number
    191774499281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass93,423 miles (+1,622)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    93,423 miles
    Test number
    144057988246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass91,801 miles (+9,458)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    91,801 miles
    Test number
    463863917203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass82,343 miles (+13,631)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    82,343 miles
    Test number
    102960586131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass68,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    68,712 miles
    Test number
    262487465415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 JRD

Does T55 JRD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 JRD is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 JRD?
The MOT on T55 JRD is valid until 28 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 JRD done?
T55 JRD was recorded at 126,532 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 2,727 miles a year.
Has T55 JRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 JRD has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2016.
Has the mileage on T55 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 T55 JRD find?
T55 JRD passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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