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Orange · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

X5 JFXMOT history

X5 JFX is an orange diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 8 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 166,564 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

X5 JFX orange 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 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
166,564 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,401 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 JFX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
8 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 JFX was last recorded at 166,564 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,556 miles · 8 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
6,401 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,564 miles
  • 2025 – 165,352 miles
  • 2024 – 163,969 miles
  • 2023 – 163,476 miles
  • 2022 – 161,438 miles
  • 2021 – 158,542 miles
  • 2020 – 156,374 miles
  • 2019 – 153,190 miles
  • 2018 – 151,697 miles
  • 2016 – 147,709 miles
  • 2015 – 144,752 miles
  • 2014 – 139,975 miles
  • 2013 – 134,177 miles
  • 2012 – 123,828 miles
  • 2011 – 104,082 miles
  • 2010 – 80,068 miles
  • 2009 – 57,985 miles
  • 2008 – 52,677 miles
  • 2007 – 42,489 miles
  • 2006 – 36,992 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,564 miles
  • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryChassis rear crossmember is corroded and holed

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Coil spring corroded all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear bump stop missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle support ball joint

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Hydraulic leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,564 miles (+8)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    166,564 miles
    Test number
    311857429505
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChassis rear crossmember is corroded and holed

  2. Fail166,556 miles (+1,204)2 major2 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,556 miles
    Test number
    293034858712
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass165,352 miles (+8)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    165,352 miles
    Test number
    778951886900
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail165,344 miles (+1,375)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,344 miles
    Test number
    314008208772
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass163,969 miles (+151)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    163,969 miles
    Test number
    904084578692
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle support ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail163,818 miles (+342)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,818 miles
    Test number
    199305751804
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle support ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass163,476 miles (+2,038)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    163,476 miles
    Test number
    576933923155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass161,438 miles (+2,896)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    161,438 miles
    Test number
    601293964158
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s low (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s low (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  9. Pass158,542 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    158,542 miles
    Test number
    413519425745
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail158,542 miles (+2,168)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,542 miles
    Test number
    554811195434
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass156,374 miles (+3,184)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    156,374 miles
    Test number
    885002929591
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated panhard rod (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak from steering box

  12. Pass153,190 miles (+1,493)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    153,190 miles
    Test number
    496776045532
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Steering box area slight leak. (2.1.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass151,697 miles (+3,988)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    151,697 miles
    Test number
    817564049655
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  14. Pass147,709 miles (+2,957)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    147,709 miles
    Test number
    201933899129
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play steering box drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both over rear axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal soft
    • AdvisoryFuel filter not fully secure and damp

  15. Pass144,752 miles (+4,777)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    144,752 miles
    Test number
    517443618843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass139,975 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    139,975 miles
    Test number
    665740364258
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail139,975 miles (+5,798)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,975 miles
    Test number
    496594454211
    • FailureNearside Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass134,177 miles (+10,349)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    134,177 miles
    Test number
    917948743217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass123,828 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    123,828 miles
    Test number
    475251472296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail123,810 miles (+19,728)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,810 miles
    Test number
    519190172250
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  21. Pass104,082 miles (+4,890)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    104,082 miles
    Test number
    159524661272
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  22. Pass99,192 miles (+19,124)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    99,192 miles
    Test number
    876087631174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass80,068 miles (+22,083)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    80,068 miles
    Test number
    604946560152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,985 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    57,985 miles
    Test number
    693727049128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail57,938 miles (+5,261)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,938 miles
    Test number
    274622249415
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Pass52,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    52,677 miles
    Test number
    423335068105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail52,677 miles (+10,188)12 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,677 miles
    Test number
    103723668190
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteRear hardy spicer

  28. Pass42,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    42,489 miles
    Test number
    902018187169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail42,489 miles (+5,497)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,489 miles
    Test number
    271457187156
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Steering arm damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  30. Pass36,992 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    36,992 miles
    Test number
    530281776193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  31. Fail36,992 miles5 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,992 miles
    Test number
    932601376128
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about X5 JFX

Does X5 JFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 JFX is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 JFX?
The MOT on X5 JFX is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 JFX done?
X5 JFX was recorded at 166,564 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 6,401 miles a year.
Has X5 JFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 JFX has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X5 JFX 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 X5 JFX find?
X5 JFX passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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