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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 2,492 cc

C8 SOKMOT history

C8 SOK is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 23 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 93,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

C8 SOK 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 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
93,603 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,398 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 SOK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 SOK was last recorded at 93,603 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 1,896 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,707 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,896 miles
Average per year
3,398 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,603 miles
  • 2025 – 91,707 miles
  • 2024 – 89,730 miles
  • 2022 – 87,320 miles
  • 2021 – 85,826 miles
  • 2020 – 85,299 miles
  • 2019 – 83,568 miles
  • 2016 – 77,695 miles
  • 2015 – 74,301 miles
  • 2014 – 63,274 miles
  • 2013 – 62,590 miles
  • 2012 – 61,942 miles
  • 2011 – 60,805 miles
  • 2010 – 55,996 miles
  • 2009 – 42,911 miles
  • 2008 – 34,512 miles
  • 2007 – 27,301 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,603 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Stop lamp(s) all not working

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,603 miles (+1,896)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    93,603 miles
    Test number
    338099574707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass91,707 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    91,707 miles
    Test number
    690711461142
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • 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))

  3. Fail91,707 miles (+1,977)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,707 miles
    Test number
    230296650852
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • 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))

  4. Pass89,730 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    89,730 miles
    Test number
    919172653287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Fail89,730 miles (+2,410)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,730 miles
    Test number
    876487899202
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass87,320 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    87,320 miles
    Test number
    509789888396
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail87,320 miles (+1,494)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,320 miles
    Test number
    845887220143
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass85,826 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    85,826 miles
    Test number
    895630609033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail85,824 miles (+525)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,824 miles
    Test number
    628345263139
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass85,299 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    85,299 miles
    Test number
    604662236234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail85,294 miles (+1,726)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,294 miles
    Test number
    264928602328
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorSteering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  12. Pass83,568 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    83,568 miles
    Test number
    378494563449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail83,547 miles (+5,852)1 dangerous7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,547 miles
    Test number
    714084896625
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Steering linkage fouling (2.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  14. Pass77,695 miles (+3,394)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    77,695 miles
    Test number
    970043519453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail74,301 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,301 miles
    Test number
    315959705408
    • Repaired at testHorn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

  16. Pass74,301 miles (+11,027)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    74,301 miles
    Test number
    938409105203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,274 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    63,274 miles
    Test number
    336299454472
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  18. Fail63,273 miles (+683)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,273 miles
    Test number
    856216244246
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteCoolant level low

  19. Pass62,590 miles (+648)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    62,590 miles
    Test number
    306855723483
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass61,942 miles (+1,137)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    61,942 miles
    Test number
    725435782133
    • NoteOil weep from engine
    • NoteStone chip in windscreen

  21. Pass60,805 miles (+4,809)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    60,805 miles
    Test number
    155085421182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,996 miles (+13,085)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    55,996 miles
    Test number
    603386130099
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  23. Pass42,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    42,911 miles
    Test number
    174229729429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail42,911 miles (+8,399)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,911 miles
    Test number
    323389729011
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass34,512 miles (+7,211)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    34,512 miles
    Test number
    324224468025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    27,301 miles
    Test number
    133990467073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 SOK

Does C8 SOK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 SOK is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 SOK?
The MOT on C8 SOK is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 SOK done?
C8 SOK was recorded at 93,603 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 3,398 miles a year.
Has C8 SOK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 SOK has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on C8 SOK 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 C8 SOK find?
C8 SOK passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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