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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T974 JJXMOT history

T974 JJX is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 125,440 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
125,440 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,274 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T974 JJX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T974 JJX was last recorded at 125,440 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 3,702 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,738 miles · 28 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,702 miles
Average per year
4,274 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 125,440 miles
  • 2024 – 121,738 miles
  • 2023 – 118,806 miles
  • 2022 – 118,527 miles
  • 2021 – 116,993 miles
  • 2020 – 113,022 miles
  • 2019 – 108,045 miles
  • 2018 – 103,003 miles
  • 2017 – 102,923 miles
  • 2016 – 102,849 miles
  • 2015 – 99,818 miles
  • 2014 – 96,285 miles
  • 2013 – 93,618 miles
  • 2012 – 91,000 miles
  • 2011 – 59,148 miles
  • 2010 – 57,445 miles
  • 2009 – 53,518 miles
  • 2008 – 48,894 miles
  • 2007 – 46,539 miles
  • 2006 – 41,463 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,440 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear & n/s/f

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,440 miles (+3,702)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    125,440 miles
    Test number
    718077185008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass121,738 miles (+2,932)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    121,738 miles
    Test number
    506379374497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass118,806 miles (+279)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    118,806 miles
    Test number
    191271725649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass118,527 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    118,527 miles
    Test number
    109457528148
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play pitman arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Fail118,527 miles (+1,534)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,527 miles
    Test number
    705587462280
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside / offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass116,993 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    116,993 miles
    Test number
    771625414391
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear & n/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail116,993 miles (+3,971)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,993 miles
    Test number
    851953566640
    • DangerousFront Intermediate drop arm likely to become detached Idler arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear & n/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass113,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    113,022 miles
    Test number
    694235232136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail113,022 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,022 miles
    Test number
    638011030718
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail113,022 miles (+4,977)1 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,022 miles
    Test number
    770052935163
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted upper retaining pin missing! (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Intermediate drop arm insecure pitman arm (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows white light to the rear both (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass108,045 miles (+5,042)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    108,045 miles
    Test number
    443272624378
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective blade split on end (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass103,003 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    103,003 miles
    Test number
    666122339525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,923 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    102,923 miles
    Test number
    141649867901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail102,849 miles (+3,031)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,849 miles
    Test number
    539503301942
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play BALL JOINT FITTED TOO STEERING BOX DROP ARM (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings OUTRIGGER (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  15. Pass99,818 miles (+3,533)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    99,818 miles
    Test number
    999107895597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,285 miles (+2,667)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    96,285 miles
    Test number
    428368534311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,618 miles (+2,618)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    93,618 miles
    Test number
    316560643301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,000 miles (+31,852)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    91,000 miles
    Test number
    647597042363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,148 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    59,148 miles
    Test number
    476852391243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Fail59,148 miles (+1,703)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,148 miles
    Test number
    579862291294
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • 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. Pass57,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    57,445 miles
    Test number
    232284690271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail57,445 miles (+3,927)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,445 miles
    Test number
    310484790433
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass53,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    53,518 miles
    Test number
    852804399288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail53,518 miles (+4,624)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,518 miles
    Test number
    983094199295
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail48,894 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,894 miles
    Test number
    244181388212
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass48,894 miles (+2,355)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    48,894 miles
    Test number
    611231688208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass46,539 miles (+2,015)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    46,539 miles
    Test number
    730096097254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,524 miles (+3,061)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,524 miles
    Test number
    872998127159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass41,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    41,463 miles
    Test number
    942435876028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T974 JJX

Does T974 JJX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T974 JJX is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T974 JJX?
The MOT on T974 JJX is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T974 JJX done?
T974 JJX was recorded at 125,440 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 4,274 miles a year.
Has T974 JJX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T974 JJX has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T974 JJX 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 T974 JJX find?
T974 JJX passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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