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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2008 · 2,402 cc

V26 CJFMOT history

V26 CJF is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 131,934 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

V26 CJF green 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 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
131,934 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,150 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V26 CJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V26 CJF was last recorded at 131,934 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 544 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,390 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
544 miles
Average per year
5,150 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,934 miles
  • 2025 – 131,390 miles
  • 2024 – 130,694 miles
  • 2023 – 130,224 miles
  • 2022 – 129,532 miles
  • 2021 – 128,363 miles
  • 2020 – 117,683 miles
  • 2019 – 109,808 miles
  • 2018 – 95,320 miles
  • 2017 – 88,010 miles
  • 2016 – 82,122 miles
  • 2015 – 78,923 miles
  • 2014 – 75,051 miles
  • 2013 – 66,785 miles
  • 2011 – 55,166 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,934 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2 (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • 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))

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 Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Window tinted, not adversely affecting driver's view

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Window tinted, not adversely affecting driver's view

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,934 miles (+544)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    131,934 miles
    Test number
    789320292776
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2 (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Pass131,390 miles (+696)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    131,390 miles
    Test number
    127099078164
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass130,694 miles (+470)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    130,694 miles
    Test number
    196412199893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass130,224 miles (+29)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    130,224 miles
    Test number
    639453845401
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Fail130,195 miles (+663)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,195 miles
    Test number
    912356762197
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate secured by cable ties

  6. Pass129,532 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    129,532 miles
    Test number
    870850845746
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Window tinted, not adversely affecting driver's view
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Window tinted, not adversely affecting driver's view
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail129,516 miles (+1,153)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,516 miles
    Test number
    273372597034
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Window tinted, not adversely affecting driver's view
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Window tinted, not adversely affecting driver's view
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass128,363 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    128,363 miles
    Test number
    461121885398
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail128,335 miles (+10,652)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,335 miles
    Test number
    604184337662
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass117,683 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    117,683 miles
    Test number
    114201710555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail117,581 miles (+7,773)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,581 miles
    Test number
    858555354545
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn Front most rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass109,808 miles (+14,488)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    109,808 miles
    Test number
    989505297040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass95,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    95,320 miles
    Test number
    228644454670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail95,320 miles (+7,310)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,320 miles
    Test number
    766181321272
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass88,010 miles (+5,888)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    88,010 miles
    Test number
    471489483026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,122 miles (+3,199)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    82,122 miles
    Test number
    878283792561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,923 miles (+565)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    78,923 miles
    Test number
    405144965491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass78,358 miles (+3,307)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    78,358 miles
    Test number
    237859945084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass75,051 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    75,051 miles
    Test number
    936312954048
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Fail75,051 miles (+8,266)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,051 miles
    Test number
    645755244024
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureService brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteCar smoking when cold

  21. Pass66,785 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    66,785 miles
    Test number
    386307833007
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteRear discs pitting inner face

  22. Fail66,785 miles (+11,619)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,785 miles
    Test number
    898087733087
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteRear discs pitting inner face

  23. Pass55,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    55,166 miles
    Test number
    246533971279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V26 CJF

Does V26 CJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V26 CJF is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V26 CJF?
The MOT on V26 CJF is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V26 CJF done?
V26 CJF was recorded at 131,934 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 5,150 miles a year.
Has V26 CJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V26 CJF has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on V26 CJF 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 V26 CJF find?
V26 CJF passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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