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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V649 DNJMOT history

V649 DNJ is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 20 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 158,798 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2025.

V649 DNJ white 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 23 Mar 2026
Mileage
158,798 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V649 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
20 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V649 DNJ was last recorded at 158,798 miles on 24 Mar 2025, 4,492 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,306 miles · 25 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
4,492 miles
Average per year
5,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 158,798 miles
  • 2023 – 154,306 miles
  • 2022 – 147,291 miles
  • 2021 – 142,859 miles
  • 2019 – 139,125 miles
  • 2018 – 135,996 miles
  • 2017 – 133,304 miles
  • 2016 – 128,711 miles
  • 2015 – 121,938 miles
  • 2014 – 119,851 miles
  • 2013 – 111,621 miles
  • 2012 – 103,151 miles
  • 2011 – 92,528 miles
  • 2010 – 78,543 miles
  • 2009 – 70,783 miles
  • 2008 – 66,522 miles
  • 2007 – 58,750 miles
  • 2006 – 52,954 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,798 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    158,798 miles
    Test number
    133079460180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail158,798 miles (+4,492)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,798 miles
    Test number
    161237158589
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass154,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    154,306 miles
    Test number
    934207476705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail154,306 miles (+7,015)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,306 miles
    Test number
    745376613475
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass147,291 miles (+8)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    147,291 miles
    Test number
    564952523283
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail147,283 miles (+4,424)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,283 miles
    Test number
    538439895466
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass142,859 miles (+20)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    142,859 miles
    Test number
    789151795343
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail142,839 miles (+3,714)2 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,839 miles
    Test number
    890366596916
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front axle (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass139,125 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    139,125 miles
    Test number
    626423020564
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail139,125 miles (+3,129)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,125 miles
    Test number
    500486031311
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass135,996 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    135,996 miles
    Test number
    400150866457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Fail135,988 miles (+2,684)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,988 miles
    Test number
    939414718741
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass133,304 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    133,304 miles
    Test number
    314816651034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail133,304 miles (+4,593)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,304 miles
    Test number
    835579302950
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass128,711 miles (+6,773)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    128,711 miles
    Test number
    758930990202
    • AdvisoryChassis slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes slightly corroded

  16. Pass121,938 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    121,938 miles
    Test number
    385130225069
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail121,926 miles (+2,075)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,926 miles
    Test number
    448839015042
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail119,851 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,851 miles
    Test number
    198044004251
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass119,851 miles (+8,230)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    119,851 miles
    Test number
    347704704268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass111,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    111,621 miles
    Test number
    119535303219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail111,621 miles (+8,470)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,621 miles
    Test number
    757825803298
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass103,151 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    103,151 miles
    Test number
    159004212282
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Fail103,147 miles (+10,619)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,147 miles
    Test number
    855304312243
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s/r brake disc badly corroded

  24. Pass92,528 miles (+13,985)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    92,528 miles
    Test number
    586819001240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass78,543 miles (+7,760)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    78,543 miles
    Test number
    862176290124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass70,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    70,783 miles
    Test number
    540980419224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail70,783 miles (+4,261)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,783 miles
    Test number
    833880819255
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  28. Pass66,522 miles (+7,772)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    66,522 miles
    Test number
    113953808273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail58,750 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,750 miles
    Test number
    173345117284
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  30. Pass58,750 miles (+5,796)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    58,750 miles
    Test number
    371165217214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass52,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    52,954 miles
    Test number
    942454556204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V649 DNJ

Does V649 DNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V649 DNJ expired on 23 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V649 DNJ?
The MOT on V649 DNJ expired on 23 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V649 DNJ done?
V649 DNJ was recorded at 158,798 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2025, an average of 5,711 miles a year.
Has V649 DNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V649 DNJ has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on V649 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 V649 DNJ find?
V649 DNJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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