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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 2,198 cc

X2 JHOMOT history

X2 JHO is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 20 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 70,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

X2 JHO grey Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
70,472 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,187 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X2 JHO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X2 JHO was last recorded at 70,472 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 388 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,084 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
388 miles
Average per year
3,187 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,472 miles
  • 2025 – 70,084 miles
  • 2024 – 69,630 miles
  • 2023 – 69,433 miles
  • 2022 – 65,975 miles
  • 2021 – 63,328 miles
  • 2020 – 61,814 miles
  • 2019 – 60,362 miles
  • 2018 – 57,924 miles
  • 2017 – 55,395 miles
  • 2016 – 45,873 miles
  • 2015 – 35,423 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,472 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 26 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,472 miles (+388)20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    70,472 miles
    Test number
    501389718101
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass70,084 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    70,084 miles
    Test number
    212531222291
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside side step rotten
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • 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 pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play all (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail70,084 miles (+454)2 repaired15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,084 miles
    Test number
    649411237643
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside side step rotten
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • 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 pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play all (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass69,630 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    69,630 miles
    Test number
    639309838557
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail69,630 miles (+197)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,630 miles
    Test number
    137065311429
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass69,433 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    69,433 miles
    Test number
    953431677171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Swivel hub seal leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail69,433 miles (+3,458)5 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,433 miles
    Test number
    831726747999
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Swivel hub seal leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass65,975 miles (+2,647)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    65,975 miles
    Test number
    997741137048
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt slightly damaged Both sides (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever high
    • AdvisoryNs swivel hub slight leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff input seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass63,328 miles (+1,514)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    63,328 miles
    Test number
    878868753354
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front and rear diff seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak n/s/f suspension swivel joint

  10. Pass61,814 miles (+1,452)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    61,814 miles
    Test number
    206163154875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive ball joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats not deployed not checked

  11. Pass60,362 miles (+2,438)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    60,362 miles
    Test number
    384578964659
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Bearing leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre almost touching trailing arm on full lock.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  12. Pass57,924 miles (+2,529)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    57,924 miles
    Test number
    943032194797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass55,395 miles (+9,522)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    55,395 miles
    Test number
    959102627610
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc signs of being hot
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leak

  14. Pass45,873 miles (+10,450)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    45,873 miles
    Test number
    230223461162
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake disc worn-evidence of overheating/rear diff leaking

  15. Pass35,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    35,423 miles
    Test number
    702603397908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X2 JHO

Does X2 JHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X2 JHO is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X2 JHO?
The MOT on X2 JHO is valid until 28 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X2 JHO done?
X2 JHO was recorded at 70,472 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 3,187 miles a year.
Has X2 JHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X2 JHO has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on X2 JHO 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 X2 JHO find?
X2 JHO passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 20 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 17 more.

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