Land Rover logo

Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S106 SBJMOT history

S106 SBJ is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 8 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 14 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 151,044 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

S106 SBJ green 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 14 Dec 2026
Mileage
151,044 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,206 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for S106 SBJ in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
S106 SBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
8 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S106 SBJ was last recorded at 151,044 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 385 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Aug 2011: 96,440 miles, lower than 148,694 miles on 26 Aug 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
150,659 miles · 8 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
385 miles
Average per year
4,206 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 151,044 miles
  • 2024 – 150,659 miles
  • 2023 – 149,790 miles
  • 2022 – 148,217 miles
  • 2021 – 147,388 miles
  • 2020 – 140,722 miles
  • 2019 – 136,696 miles
  • 2018 – 133,569 miles
  • 2017 – 131,165 miles
  • 2016 – 128,688 miles
  • 2015 – 125,842 miles
  • 2014 – 121,330 miles
  • 2013 – 116,263 miles
  • 2012 – 105,540 miles
  • 2011 – 96,440 miles
  • 2010 – 148,694 miles
  • 2009 – 86,060 miles
  • 2008 – 81,623 miles
  • 2007 – 75,307 miles
  • 2006 – 69,741 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,044 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryEvidence off fuel leak from fuel filler neck/fuel tank area but not leaking at present
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis corroded at spring mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from transmission and front and rear differentials (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Cross member corroded. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting nearside and offside front mountings (6.1.6 (i) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Upper & lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Upper & lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,044 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    151,044 miles
    Test number
    514417721398
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEvidence off fuel leak from fuel filler neck/fuel tank area but not leaking at present
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis corroded at spring mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from transmission and front and rear differentials (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Cross member corroded. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting nearside and offside front mountings (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  2. Fail151,044 miles (+385)1 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,044 miles
    Test number
    316145087096
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEvidence off fuel leak from fuel filler neck/fuel tank area but not leaking at present
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis corroded at spring mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from transmission and front and rear differentials (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Cross member corroded. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting nearside and offside front mountings (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  3. Pass150,659 miles3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    150,659 miles
    Test number
    618550805192
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Upper & lower (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Upper & lower (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front & Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light in-op

  4. Fail150,659 miles (+869)1 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,659 miles
    Test number
    720327591954
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Upper & lower (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Upper & lower (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front & Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light in-op

  5. Pass149,790 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    149,790 miles
    Test number
    159969723362
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Fail149,770 miles (+1,553)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,770 miles
    Test number
    562906744032
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass148,217 miles (+829)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    148,217 miles
    Test number
    610562886550
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under the body

  8. Pass147,388 miles (+6,666)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    147,388 miles
    Test number
    239352729749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass140,722 miles (+4,026)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    140,722 miles
    Test number
    557806496075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass136,696 miles (+3,127)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    136,696 miles
    Test number
    440262056355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass133,569 miles (+2,404)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    133,569 miles
    Test number
    446204149598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass131,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    131,165 miles
    Test number
    879769484280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail131,163 miles (+2,475)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,163 miles
    Test number
    708073092088
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass128,688 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    128,688 miles
    Test number
    259987065533
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  15. Fail128,688 miles (+2,846)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,688 miles
    Test number
    327110707910
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  16. Pass125,842 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    125,842 miles
    Test number
    651543232586
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisorySlight oil and coolant leaks, need attention.

  17. Fail125,842 miles (+4,512)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,842 miles
    Test number
    408138368865
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass121,330 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    121,330 miles
    Test number
    358611944423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront exhaust slight leak

  19. Fail121,330 miles (+5,067)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,330 miles
    Test number
    157909834291
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront exhaust slight leak

  20. Pass116,263 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    116,263 miles
    Test number
    776240643203
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Fail116,263 miles (+10,723)3 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,263 miles
    Test number
    228509833262
    • DangerousNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass105,540 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    105,540 miles
    Test number
    705294542273
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust front and rear very rusted

  23. Fail105,540 miles (+9,100)2 dangerous7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,540 miles
    Test number
    636421342285
    • DangerousNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust front and rear very rusted

  24. Pass96,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    96,440 miles
    Test number
    125062641249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail96,440 miles (-52,254)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,440 miles
    Test number
    457572041247
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSpare tyre worn below 1.5 mm

  26. Pass148,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    148,694 miles
    Test number
    671558930224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail148,694 miles (+62,634)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,694 miles
    Test number
    744167030213
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine oil leak generally
    • NoteSpare tyre is bald

  28. Pass86,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    86,060 miles
    Test number
    743254239232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail86,060 miles (+4,437)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,060 miles
    Test number
    312163139410
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  30. Pass81,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    81,623 miles
    Test number
    280811448284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail81,623 miles (+6,316)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,623 miles
    Test number
    173109838291
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureFront Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass75,307 miles (+5,566)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    75,307 miles
    Test number
    382694637257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass69,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    69,741 miles
    Test number
    761629026227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S106 SBJ

Does S106 SBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S106 SBJ is valid until 14 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S106 SBJ?
The MOT on S106 SBJ is valid until 14 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S106 SBJ done?
S106 SBJ was recorded at 151,044 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 4,206 miles a year.
Has S106 SBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S106 SBJ has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S106 SBJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Aug 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S106 SBJ find?
S106 SBJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 8 more.

Related registrations

Browse all S106 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.