2009 Land Rover Defender 2.4L Diesel · SM09 JUX
2009 Land Rover Defender (2.4L, diesel). First registered 30 Jun 2009. Recorded mileage 85,505 miles. MOT expired on 07 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,505 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SM09 JUX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 09/09/2026
- 85,505 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SM09 JUX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Land Rover Defender (SM09 JUX) between August 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 September 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear cross memb”; “Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to”; “Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength”.
SM09 JUX Mileage History
- 17/08/202381,397 mi
- 22/08/202482,768 mi+1,371 mi
- 01/09/202584,293 mi+1,525 mi
- 09/09/202584,293 mi
- 09/09/202685,505 mi+1,212 mi
Average of roughly 1,341 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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