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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,492 cc

V12 JJPMOT history

V12 JJP is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 7 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jan 2027 and it has passed 22 of 33 MOT tests, with 152,512 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2025.

V12 JJP black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jan 2027
Mileage
152,512 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2025
MOT tests
33
22 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,581 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 JJP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 JJP was last recorded at 152,512 miles on 20 Dec 2025, 4,925 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,587 miles · 31 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,925 miles
Average per year
4,581 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 152,512 miles
  • 2024 – 147,587 miles
  • 2022 – 141,200 miles
  • 2021 – 140,596 miles
  • 2020 – 137,258 miles
  • 2019 – 134,877 miles
  • 2018 – 131,913 miles
  • 2017 – 128,344 miles
  • 2016 – 125,684 miles
  • 2015 – 122,404 miles
  • 2014 – 119,708 miles
  • 2013 – 115,720 miles
  • 2012 – 111,750 miles
  • 2011 – 99,978 miles
  • 2010 – 93,854 miles
  • 2009 – 83,598 miles
  • 2008 – 76,807 miles
  • 2007 – 70,378 miles
  • 2006 – 64,934 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,512 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear of cab (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear of cab (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear possible fuel leak from pipe on fuel filter
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySteering track arm fowling on axle guard

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 outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Center exhaust bracket broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

33 tests since 8 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,512 miles (+4,925)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    152,512 miles
    Test number
    967028355201
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear of cab (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear of cab (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear possible fuel leak from pipe on fuel filter
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering track arm fowling on axle guard

  2. Pass147,587 miles (+5,052)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    147,587 miles
    Test number
    941202138262
    • AdvisoryFront steering track arm fowling on axle guard
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear possible fuel leak around filter pipes
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear body mountings heavily corroded rear of cab both sides

  3. Pass142,535 miles (+1,335)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    142,535 miles
    Test number
    673225218039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass141,200 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    141,200 miles
    Test number
    728320696326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail141,199 miles (+603)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,199 miles
    Test number
    767401882546
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass140,596 miles (+3,338)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    140,596 miles
    Test number
    199225067942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  7. Pass137,258 miles (+2,381)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    137,258 miles
    Test number
    422244839321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear Cross-Member (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  8. Pass134,877 miles (+2,964)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    134,877 miles
    Test number
    845567999967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass131,913 miles (+3,569)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    131,913 miles
    Test number
    984578529669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass128,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    128,344 miles
    Test number
    345726056088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail128,344 miles (+2,660)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,344 miles
    Test number
    915876213752
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass125,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    125,684 miles
    Test number
    897488802196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail125,684 miles (+3,280)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,684 miles
    Test number
    134134962625
    • DangerousNearside Ball joint has excessive play drag link (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass122,404 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    122,404 miles
    Test number
    164690278843
    • AdvisoryRear child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belts
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust bracket broken

  15. Fail122,404 miles (+2,696)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,404 miles
    Test number
    611277056197
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belts
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust bracket broken

  16. Pass119,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    119,708 miles
    Test number
    615331124370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail119,708 miles (+3,988)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,708 miles
    Test number
    689831524352
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear Brake Discs in Poor Condition

  18. Pass115,720 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    115,720 miles
    Test number
    506982723383
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail115,720 miles (+3,970)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,720 miles
    Test number
    907182823396
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass111,750 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    111,750 miles
    Test number
    538571232305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass111,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    111,680 miles
    Test number
    716200552185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail111,673 miles (+11,695)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,673 miles
    Test number
    486590152198
    • FailureRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

  23. Pass99,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    99,978 miles
    Test number
    998346501249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail99,977 miles (+6,123)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,977 miles
    Test number
    587056701256
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

  25. Pass93,854 miles (+10,256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    93,854 miles
    Test number
    284989500375
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Pass83,598 miles (+325)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    83,598 miles
    Test number
    412005819336
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  27. Fail83,273 miles (+6,466)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,273 miles
    Test number
    972146509351
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside rear door lower hinge broken
    • NoteRear prop shaft joint badly worn

  28. Pass76,807 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    76,807 miles
    Test number
    240849418329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail76,783 miles (+6,405)4 dangerous8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,783 miles
    Test number
    483995508391
    • DangerousBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • DangerousNearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  30. Pass70,378 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    70,378 miles
    Test number
    961380807385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass70,374 miles (+5,440)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    70,374 miles
    Test number
    800328097209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass64,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    64,934 miles
    Test number
    491593716494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail64,934 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,934 miles
    Test number
    252002516366
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about V12 JJP

Does V12 JJP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 JJP is valid until 2 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V12 JJP?
The MOT on V12 JJP is valid until 2 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V12 JJP done?
V12 JJP was recorded at 152,512 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2025, an average of 4,581 miles a year.
Has V12 JJP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 JJP has failed 11 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on V12 JJP 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 V12 JJP find?
V12 JJP passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2025 with 9 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear of cab, and 6 more.

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