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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V47 JAAMOT history

V47 JAA is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 4 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 168,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 May 2023.

V47 JAA green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 May 2024
Mileage
168,555 mi
At MOT on 25 May 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,302 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V47 JAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 May 2024
Latest MOT test
25 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V47 JAA was last recorded at 168,555 miles on 25 May 2023, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,523 miles · 11 May 2023
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
4,302 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 168,555 miles
  • 2022 – 166,983 miles
  • 2021 – 165,356 miles
  • 2020 – 164,500 miles
  • 2019 – 161,506 miles
  • 2018 – 158,428 miles
  • 2017 – 156,102 miles
  • 2016 – 153,594 miles
  • 2015 – 150,441 miles
  • 2014 – 147,408 miles
  • 2013 – 144,000 miles
  • 2012 – 138,531 miles
  • 2011 – 132,687 miles
  • 2010 – 126,856 miles
  • 2009 – 120,841 miles
  • 2008 – 114,666 miles
  • 2007 – 105,639 miles
  • 2006 – 95,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,555 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front hub axle dampRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front hub axle dampRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,555 miles (+32)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    168,555 miles
    Test number
    930698736874
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub axle damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub axle damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail168,523 miles (+1,540)3 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,523 miles
    Test number
    163577999198
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub axle damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub axle damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass166,983 miles (+1,627)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    166,983 miles
    Test number
    759219588783
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub slight leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass165,356 miles (+856)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    165,356 miles
    Test number
    651604673428
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront hub oil seals damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  5. Pass164,500 miles (+2,994)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    164,500 miles
    Test number
    583309619615
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Hub oil seals damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass161,506 miles (+3,078)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    161,506 miles
    Test number
    127924847523
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front oil leak hub oil seal
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass158,428 miles (+2,326)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    158,428 miles
    Test number
    350661915866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub oil seal damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. Pass156,102 miles (+2,508)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    156,102 miles
    Test number
    914680576361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion crossmember (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryHub oil seal damp

  9. Pass153,594 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    153,594 miles
    Test number
    480655597696
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on steering box
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Fail153,594 miles (+3,153)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,594 miles
    Test number
    588005629760
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Halfshaft bolt missing (4.2.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on steering box
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass150,441 miles (+3,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    150,441 miles
    Test number
    209082525160
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass147,408 miles (+3,408)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    147,408 miles
    Test number
    235116414151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass144,000 miles (+5,469)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    144,000 miles
    Test number
    829607313133
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass138,531 miles (+5,844)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    138,531 miles
    Test number
    568599412144
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass132,687 miles (+5,831)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2012
    Odometer
    132,687 miles
    Test number
    999843711197
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front outer seat belts slightly frayed
    • NoteOffside windscreen wiper split

  16. Pass126,856 miles (+6,015)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    126,856 miles
    Test number
    140847800165
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass120,841 miles (+6,175)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    120,841 miles
    Test number
    212658029478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  18. Fail114,666 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,666 miles
    Test number
    393668228146
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass114,666 miles (+9,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    114,666 miles
    Test number
    653598528180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass105,639 miles (+10,482)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    105,639 miles
    Test number
    931676617156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass95,157 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    95,157 miles
    Test number
    204534626123
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFuel regulater damp

  22. Fail95,157 miles3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,157 miles
    Test number
    612943326118
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSteering damper cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFuel regulater damp

Questions about V47 JAA

Does V47 JAA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V47 JAA expired on 24 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V47 JAA?
The MOT on V47 JAA expired on 24 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V47 JAA done?
V47 JAA was recorded at 168,555 miles at its MOT on 25 May 2023, an average of 4,302 miles a year.
Has V47 JAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V47 JAA has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2023.
Has the mileage on V47 JAA 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 V47 JAA find?
V47 JAA passed its latest MOT on 25 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 8 more.

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