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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

R366 SESMOT history

R366 SES is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Feb 1998. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 185,525 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

R366 SES grey Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
185,525 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R366 SES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
13 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R366 SES was last recorded at 185,525 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,484 miles · 8 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
2,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,525 miles
  • 2025 – 182,526 miles
  • 2024 – 180,536 miles
  • 2023 – 178,392 miles
  • 2022 – 174,769 miles
  • 2021 – 170,686 miles
  • 2020 – 168,228 miles
  • 2019 – 166,429 miles
  • 2018 – 163,095 miles
  • 2017 – 160,035 miles
  • 2016 – 155,823 miles
  • 2015 – 151,542 miles
  • 2014 – 150,353 miles
  • 2013 – 149,437 miles
  • 2012 – 146,477 miles
  • 2011 – 146,421 miles
  • 2006 – 129,207 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,525 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive various leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,525 miles (+41)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    185,525 miles
    Test number
    917268732230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  2. Fail185,484 miles (+2,958)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,484 miles
    Test number
    694593993788
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  3. Pass182,526 miles (+49)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    182,526 miles
    Test number
    402962812671
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail182,477 miles (+1,941)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,477 miles
    Test number
    102176016983
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission axle seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead holed (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass180,536 miles (+42)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    180,536 miles
    Test number
    103744869028
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Fail180,494 miles (+2,102)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,494 miles
    Test number
    524837301621
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass178,392 miles (+91)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    178,392 miles
    Test number
    474939646710
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail178,301 miles (+3,532)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,301 miles
    Test number
    507246635389
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass174,769 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    174,769 miles
    Test number
    781472436109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail174,670 miles (+3,984)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,670 miles
    Test number
    683063891574
    • MajorSteering box insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass170,686 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    170,686 miles
    Test number
    381855512323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail170,577 miles (+2,349)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,577 miles
    Test number
    651840958190
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvise n/s stop lamp lens colour

  13. Pass168,228 miles (+1,799)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    168,228 miles
    Test number
    698116352254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass166,429 miles (+3,334)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    166,429 miles
    Test number
    847611173394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass163,095 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    163,095 miles
    Test number
    451909106427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Fail163,095 miles (+3,060)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,095 miles
    Test number
    371099416178
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass160,035 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    160,035 miles
    Test number
    908086872282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail159,996 miles (+4,173)1 dangerous7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,996 miles
    Test number
    752436692392
    • DangerousOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  19. Pass155,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    155,823 miles
    Test number
    221544749187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail155,823 miles (+4,281)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,823 miles
    Test number
    732072834242
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Fail151,542 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,542 miles
    Test number
    106779045106
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass151,542 miles (+1,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    151,542 miles
    Test number
    135199645113
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass150,353 miles (+916)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    150,353 miles
    Test number
    956602644161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass149,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    149,437 miles
    Test number
    868811823120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail149,435 miles (+2,958)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,435 miles
    Test number
    297651623133
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureFront Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass146,477 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    146,477 miles
    Test number
    318531652019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass146,421 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    146,421 miles
    Test number
    365345361497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  28. Fail146,411 miles (+17,204)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,411 miles
    Test number
    645924061247
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteLong brake pedal

  29. Pass129,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    129,207 miles
    Test number
    952146766066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail129,207 miles9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,207 miles
    Test number
    632445666004
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about R366 SES

Does R366 SES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R366 SES is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on R366 SES?
The MOT on R366 SES is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R366 SES done?
R366 SES was recorded at 185,525 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 2,766 miles a year.
Has R366 SES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R366 SES has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on R366 SES 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 R366 SES find?
R366 SES passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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