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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

198 FMSMOT history

198 FMS is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 94,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

198 FMS 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 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
94,314 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,401 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
198 FMS
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

198 FMS was last recorded at 94,314 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 5,167 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,147 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,167 miles
Average per year
5,401 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,314 miles
  • 2025 – 89,147 miles
  • 2024 – 81,495 miles
  • 2023 – 73,117 miles
  • 2022 – 72,974 miles
  • 2021 – 68,721 miles
  • 2020 – 64,785 miles
  • 2019 – 60,338 miles
  • 2018 – 55,046 miles
  • 2017 – 48,189 miles
  • 2016 – 40,105 miles
  • 2015 – 35,691 miles
  • 2014 – 29,335 miles
  • 2013 – 21,960 miles
  • 2011 – 12,511 miles
  • 2010 – 8,584 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,314 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,314 miles (+5,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    94,314 miles
    Test number
    514913902437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass89,147 miles (+7,652)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    89,147 miles
    Test number
    733394593248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryWipers slow in opperation

  3. Pass81,495 miles (+8,378)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    81,495 miles
    Test number
    220452001369
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass73,117 miles (+143)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    73,117 miles
    Test number
    364570837652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass72,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    72,974 miles
    Test number
    724787162686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail72,974 miles (+4,253)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,974 miles
    Test number
    143066133397
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass68,721 miles (+3,936)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    68,721 miles
    Test number
    158825668326
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass64,785 miles (+4,447)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    64,785 miles
    Test number
    861264454277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass60,338 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    60,338 miles
    Test number
    696497342129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  10. Fail60,338 miles (+5,292)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,338 miles
    Test number
    836156099834
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  11. Pass55,046 miles (+6,857)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    55,046 miles
    Test number
    406708399086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,189 miles (+8,084)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    48,189 miles
    Test number
    378396873309
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryTyres are cracking

  13. Pass40,105 miles (+4,414)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    40,105 miles
    Test number
    130933807558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,691 miles (+6,356)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    35,691 miles
    Test number
    640335043079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    29,335 miles
    Test number
    148907764299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail29,335 miles (+2,551)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,335 miles
    Test number
    246857764234
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass26,784 miles (+4,824)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    26,784 miles
    Test number
    778875564007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail21,960 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,960 miles
    Test number
    216530773097
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil dampness around front knuckle wiper seals

  19. Pass21,960 miles (+9,449)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    21,960 miles
    Test number
    828290373080
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil dampness around front knuckle wiper seals

  20. Pass12,511 miles (+3,927)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    12,511 miles
    Test number
    718165021162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass8,584 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    8,584 miles
    Test number
    770843300109
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteAt time of test,unable to enter vehicle details using 71092 number plate.
    • NoteBoth front swivels have slight leak.
    • NoteFront diff oil leak.

Questions about 198 FMS

What vehicle is registration 198 FMS currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 198 FMS on a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Dec 2005. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 198 FMS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 198 FMS is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on 198 FMS?
The MOT on 198 FMS is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 198 FMS done?
198 FMS was recorded at 94,314 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 5,401 miles a year.
Has 198 FMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 198 FMS has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on 198 FMS 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 198 FMS find?
198 FMS passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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