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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1990 · 2,495 cc

G344 SCAMOT history

G344 SCA is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 9 Apr 1990. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 143,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

G344 SCA white 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 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
143,429 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,862 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G344 SCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
9 Apr 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

G344 SCA was last recorded at 143,429 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,092 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
337 miles
Average per year
1,862 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,429 miles
  • 2025 – 143,092 miles
  • 2024 – 141,722 miles
  • 2023 – 141,288 miles
  • 2020 – 141,278 miles
  • 2017 – 134,772 miles
  • 2016 – 127,243 miles
  • 2015 – 118,249 miles
  • 2014 – 117,872 miles
  • 2012 – 117,000 miles
  • 2011 – 116,408 miles
  • 2010 – 115,237 miles
  • 2009 – 112,583 miles
  • 2008 – 110,480 miles
  • 2007 – 108,382 miles
  • 2006 – 105,318 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,429 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.

  • Front Suspension unit modified but function not affected

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • ALL x 4 tyres deteriorated / splitting / worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,429 miles (+337)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    143,429 miles
    Test number
    299276838529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass143,092 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    143,092 miles
    Test number
    337568167143
    • AdvisoryCentral Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension unit modified but function not affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))
  3. Fail143,080 miles (+10)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,080 miles
    Test number
    443276548210
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension unit modified but function not affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))
  4. Fail143,070 miles (+1,348)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,070 miles
    Test number
    535503300905
    • DangerousBrake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system Front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Service brake binding but not excessively Park brake (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension unit modified but function not affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  5. Pass141,722 miles (+434)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    141,722 miles
    Test number
    816956792292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass141,288 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    141,288 miles
    Test number
    386206474095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass141,278 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    141,278 miles
    Test number
    606149482059
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL x 4 tyres deteriorated / splitting / worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail141,276 miles (+6,504)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,276 miles
    Test number
    852158203622
    • MajorBrake prescribed area is excessively corroded drivers foot well area (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL x 4 tyres deteriorated / splitting / worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen washers poor
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working
  9. Pass134,772 miles (+7,529)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    134,772 miles
    Test number
    422653740467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass127,243 miles (+8,994)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    127,243 miles
    Test number
    148479870815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass118,249 miles (+377)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    118,249 miles
    Test number
    445079125045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass117,872 miles (+872)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    117,872 miles
    Test number
    457709104083
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  13. Pass117,000 miles (+592)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    117,000 miles
    Test number
    969390312347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass116,408 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    116,408 miles
    Test number
    957182961330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail116,407 miles (+1,170)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,407 miles
    Test number
    497819041304
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  16. Pass115,237 miles (+2,654)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    115,237 miles
    Test number
    310279910347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass112,583 miles (+2,103)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    112,583 miles
    Test number
    834094519395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass110,480 miles (+2,098)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    110,480 miles
    Test number
    940047318365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass108,382 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    108,382 miles
    Test number
    413556537056
    • NoteOff side sphere seal leaking
    • NoteRust holes in rear bumper
  20. Fail108,382 miles (+3,064)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,382 miles
    Test number
    671276637016
    • FailureFront Steering damper excessively corroded and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • NoteDrop arm ball joint boot split
    • NoteOff side sphere seal leaking
    • NoteRust holes in rear bumper
  21. Pass105,318 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    105,318 miles
    Test number
    204926616130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Questions about G344 SCA

Does G344 SCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G344 SCA is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on G344 SCA?
The MOT on G344 SCA is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G344 SCA done?
G344 SCA was recorded at 143,429 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 1,862 miles a year.
Has G344 SCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G344 SCA has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on G344 SCA 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 G344 SCA find?
G344 SCA passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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