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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V648 DNJMOT history

V648 DNJ is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 159,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

V648 DNJ white Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
159,845 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,943 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V648 DNJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V648 DNJ was last recorded at 159,845 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 4,573 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,272 miles · 10 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,573 miles
Average per year
4,943 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,845 miles
  • 2025 – 155,272 miles
  • 2024 – 151,016 miles
  • 2023 – 146,236 miles
  • 2022 – 140,635 miles
  • 2021 – 135,799 miles
  • 2020 – 130,263 miles
  • 2019 – 123,766 miles
  • 2018 – 117,929 miles
  • 2017 – 113,031 miles
  • 2016 – 108,708 miles
  • 2015 – 103,895 miles
  • 2014 – 100,107 miles
  • 2013 – 95,004 miles
  • 2012 – 89,682 miles
  • 2011 – 82,992 miles
  • 2010 – 75,882 miles
  • 2009 – 70,019 miles
  • 2008 – 68,888 miles
  • 2007 – 68,055 miles
  • 2006 – 61,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,845 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated a frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive t box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,845 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    159,845 miles
    Test number
    909744719303
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated a frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive t box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail159,845 miles (+4,573)1 repaired2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,845 miles
    Test number
    240222105143
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated a frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive t box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass155,272 miles (+4,256)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    155,272 miles
    Test number
    783106654884
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread broken (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor by bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass151,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    151,016 miles
    Test number
    447474357214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail151,016 miles (+4,780)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,016 miles
    Test number
    482914359980
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass146,236 miles (+5,601)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    146,236 miles
    Test number
    304358200214
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass140,635 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    140,635 miles
    Test number
    724774226317
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail140,635 miles (+4,836)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,635 miles
    Test number
    130470414431
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass135,799 miles (+5,536)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    135,799 miles
    Test number
    848001807525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass130,263 miles (+6,497)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    130,263 miles
    Test number
    314951671940
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficency on limit

  11. Pass123,766 miles (+162)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    123,766 miles
    Test number
    818980273051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail123,604 miles (+5,675)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,604 miles
    Test number
    783811329352
    • MajorOffside Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction Sun Visor (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass117,929 miles (+4,898)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    117,929 miles
    Test number
    322881146436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass113,031 miles (+4,323)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    113,031 miles
    Test number
    498666527548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass108,708 miles (+4,813)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    108,708 miles
    Test number
    169776077578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass103,895 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    103,895 miles
    Test number
    318622065050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Fail103,895 miles (+3,788)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,895 miles
    Test number
    819232165087
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass100,107 miles (+5,103)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    100,107 miles
    Test number
    178889154454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass95,004 miles (+5,322)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    95,004 miles
    Test number
    455890663004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass89,682 miles (+6,690)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    89,682 miles
    Test number
    715557362050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass82,992 miles (+7,110)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    82,992 miles
    Test number
    667712541067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass75,882 miles (+5,863)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    75,882 miles
    Test number
    171347860456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass70,019 miles (+1,131)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    70,019 miles
    Test number
    391505869031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass68,888 miles (+833)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    68,888 miles
    Test number
    884344968097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass68,055 miles (+7,017)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    68,055 miles
    Test number
    521688567093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass61,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    61,038 miles
    Test number
    814998966011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V648 DNJ

Does V648 DNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V648 DNJ is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V648 DNJ?
The MOT on V648 DNJ is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V648 DNJ done?
V648 DNJ was recorded at 159,845 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 4,943 miles a year.
Has V648 DNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V648 DNJ has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V648 DNJ 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 V648 DNJ find?
V648 DNJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: rear suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated a frame; steering box leaking oil; central brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 8 more.

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