Land Rover Defender
Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc
V651 JAWMOT history
V651 JAW is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 160,223 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 17 Dec 2026
- Mileage
- 160,223 mi
- At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
- MOT tests
- 26
- 20 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 4,600 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- V651 JAW
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Defender
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,500 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 17 Sept 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 11 Dec 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
V651 JAW was last recorded at 160,223 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 5,493 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.
Mileage went down between tests
- 21 Jun 2016: 138,101 miles, lower than 138,181 miles on 15 Jun 2016.
- 14 Jul 2021: 48,056 miles, lower than 145,891 miles on 18 Jun 2020.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 154,730 miles · 18 Dec 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 5,493 miles
- Average per year
- 4,600 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 160,223 miles
- 2024 – 154,730 miles
- 2023 – 149,862 miles
- 2022 – 149,290 miles
- 2021 – 148,056 miles
- 2020 – 145,891 miles
- 2019 – 142,919 miles
- 2018 – 142,862 miles
- 2017 – 140,442 miles
- 2016 – 138,101 miles
- 2015 – 118,268 miles
- 2014 – 117,127 miles
- 2013 – 116,839 miles
- 2012 – 113,266 miles
- 2011 – 103,738 miles
- 2010 – 95,246 miles
- 2009 – 84,560 miles
- 2008 – 83,565 miles
- 2007 – 80,211 miles
- 2006 – 69,920 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass160,223 miles
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security tubed wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))
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 Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush
Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out riger
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rider
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Full MOT history
26 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass160,223 miles (+5,493)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 17 Dec 2026
- Odometer
- 160,223 miles
- Test number
- 699854998571
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security tubed wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Pass154,730 miles (+4,753)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Dec 2025
- Odometer
- 154,730 miles
- Test number
- 356179656640
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass149,977 miles (+115)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 149,977 miles
- Test number
- 332102893292
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass149,862 miles (+14)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 149,862 miles
- Test number
- 515458294252
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail149,848 miles (+558)7 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 149,848 miles
- Test number
- 875756458418
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (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))
Pass149,290 miles (+1,234)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 149,290 miles
- Test number
- 306753892045
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
- AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
Pass148,056 miles (+100,000)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 148,056 miles
- Test number
- 126978522095
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out riger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rider (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Fail48,056 miles (-97,835)5 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 48,056 miles
- Test number
- 248215313544
- MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
- MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out riger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rider (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Pass145,891 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jun 2021
- Odometer
- 145,891 miles
- Test number
- 787564681710
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail145,891 miles (+2,972)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 145,891 miles
- Test number
- 744073083466
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass142,919 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 142,919 miles
- Test number
- 900125788239
- AdvisoryBrake fluid/handbrake warning light on
- AdvisoryEngine + transmition bay misting in oil
Fail142,919 miles (+57)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,919 miles
- Test number
- 319855894262
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake fluid/handbrake warning light on
- AdvisoryEngine + transmition bay misting in oil
Fail142,862 miles (+2,420)3 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,862 miles
- Test number
- 614339526834
- MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MajorService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
Pass140,442 miles (+2,341)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 140,442 miles
- Test number
- 515146127251
- AdvisoryO/s front brake pipe showing signs of surface rust
- AdvisorySlight end float rear axle hubs
Pass138,101 miles (-80)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 138,101 miles
- Test number
- 521718878946
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion outrigger (6.1.B.2)
Fail138,181 miles (+19,913)7 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 138,181 miles
- Test number
- 168764842707
- FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing drivers (5.2.2a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion outrigger (6.1.B.2)
Pass118,268 miles (+1,141)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 118,268 miles
- Test number
- 139046975112
- AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Pass117,127 miles (+288)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 117,127 miles
- Test number
- 938993494170
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass116,839 miles (+3,573)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 116,839 miles
- Test number
- 468580693173
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass113,266 miles (+9,528)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 113,266 miles
- Test number
- 816011582181
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass103,738 miles (+8,492)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 103,738 miles
- Test number
- 265195081483
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Pass95,246 miles (+10,686)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 95,246 miles
- Test number
- 630648380121
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Pass84,560 miles (+995)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 19 May 2010
- Odometer
- 84,560 miles
- Test number
- 941970149121
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
- NoteSlight damage to front no plate
Pass83,565 miles (+3,354)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 83,565 miles
- Test number
- 744236798066
- AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Pass80,211 miles (+10,291)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 80,211 miles
- Test number
- 924293817168
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Pass69,920 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 69,920 miles
- Test number
- 321575016105
- NoteO/s/f headlight small hole
Questions about V651 JAW
- Does V651 JAW currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V651 JAW is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
- When is the MOT due on V651 JAW?
- The MOT on V651 JAW is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has V651 JAW done?
- V651 JAW was recorded at 160,223 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 4,600 miles a year.
- Has V651 JAW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. V651 JAW has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2023.
- Has the mileage on V651 JAW ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 21 Jun 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on V651 JAW find?
- V651 JAW passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security tubed wing.
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