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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V697 JGEMOT history

V697 JGE is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 162,043 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

V697 JGE grey 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 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
162,043 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,364 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V697 JGE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V697 JGE was last recorded at 162,043 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 7,510 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,533 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,510 miles
Average per year
5,364 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,043 miles
  • 2025 – 154,533 miles
  • 2024 – 145,459 miles
  • 2023 – 138,202 miles
  • 2022 – 129,336 miles
  • 2021 – 120,936 miles
  • 2020 – 112,755 miles
  • 2019 – 105,278 miles
  • 2018 – 99,821 miles
  • 2017 – 94,157 miles
  • 2016 – 89,644 miles
  • 2014 – 77,384 miles
  • 2013 – 69,940 miles
  • 2012 – 66,985 miles
  • 2011 – 66,237 miles
  • 2010 – 65,246 miles
  • 2009 – 63,997 miles
  • 2008 – 62,788 miles
  • 2007 – 61,096 miles
  • 2006 – 58,642 miles
  • 2005 – 52,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,043 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • All road wheels corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

30 tests since 23 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,043 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    162,043 miles
    Test number
    892156681567
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail162,043 miles (+7,510)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,043 miles
    Test number
    462548823730
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass154,533 miles (+9,074)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    154,533 miles
    Test number
    706507912368
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged cut is sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass145,459 miles (+7,257)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    145,459 miles
    Test number
    282497605498
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass138,202 miles (+8,866)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    138,202 miles
    Test number
    313424043965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass129,336 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    129,336 miles
    Test number
    360781598227
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll road wheels corroded

  7. Fail129,333 miles (+8,397)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,333 miles
    Test number
    690821654081
    • DangerousSteering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm steering drop arm nut loose (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll road wheels corroded

  8. Pass120,936 miles (+8,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    120,936 miles
    Test number
    334661565816
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass112,755 miles (+7,477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    112,755 miles
    Test number
    792215691800
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass105,278 miles (+5,457)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    105,278 miles
    Test number
    531412258122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber top bush slight wear

  11. Pass99,821 miles (+5,664)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    99,821 miles
    Test number
    246192405746
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Pass94,157 miles (+4,513)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    94,157 miles
    Test number
    410078373517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    89,644 miles
    Test number
    105366834055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail89,644 miles (+12,260)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,644 miles
    Test number
    341271205249
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both rod ends (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

  15. Pass77,384 miles (+7,444)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    77,384 miles
    Test number
    468606094207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,940 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    69,940 miles
    Test number
    929466793274
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHand brake light doesn't illuminate

  17. Fail69,940 miles (+2,955)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,940 miles
    Test number
    195706393209
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHand brake light doesn't illuminate

  18. Fail66,985 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,985 miles
    Test number
    788021822329
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteReverse light innop
    • NoteSlight leaks on o/s and n/s/f swivel housings

  19. Pass66,985 miles (+748)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    66,985 miles
    Test number
    788831722305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteReverse light innop
    • NoteSlight leaks on o/s and n/s/f swivel housings

  20. Pass66,237 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    66,237 miles
    Test number
    407574301434
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Fail66,185 miles (+939)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,185 miles
    Test number
    618048191260
    • FailureAdjustable towbar locating pin retaining device insecure (6.6.5c)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass65,246 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    65,246 miles
    Test number
    883237500396
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSlight leak from n/s/f swivel housing

  23. Fail65,246 miles (+1,249)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,246 miles
    Test number
    814837300349
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSlight leak from n/s/f swivel housing

  24. Pass63,997 miles (+1,209)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    63,997 miles
    Test number
    490447209380
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSlight leak on n/s/f swivel housing

  25. Pass62,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    62,788 miles
    Test number
    461253928394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail62,788 miles (+1,692)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,788 miles
    Test number
    542413528303
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  27. Pass61,096 miles (+2,454)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    61,096 miles
    Test number
    863227917308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass58,642 miles (+5,649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    58,642 miles
    Test number
    771247816355
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass52,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    52,993 miles
    Test number
    430127225345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass52,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    52,993 miles
    Test number
    551447325356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V697 JGE

Does V697 JGE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V697 JGE is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V697 JGE?
The MOT on V697 JGE is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V697 JGE done?
V697 JGE was recorded at 162,043 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 5,364 miles a year.
Has V697 JGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V697 JGE has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V697 JGE 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 V697 JGE find?
V697 JGE passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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