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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

S17 RPAMOT history

S17 RPA is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 164,823 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

S17 RPA green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Jul 2026
Mileage
164,823 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 RPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S17 RPA was last recorded at 164,823 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 1,404 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,419 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,404 miles
Average per year
4,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,823 miles
  • 2025 – 163,419 miles
  • 2024 – 161,746 miles
  • 2023 – 160,581 miles
  • 2022 – 158,999 miles
  • 2021 – 157,208 miles
  • 2020 – 156,632 miles
  • 2019 – 155,045 miles
  • 2018 – 150,563 miles
  • 2017 – 147,606 miles
  • 2016 – 143,510 miles
  • 2015 – 138,417 miles
  • 2014 – 130,096 miles
  • 2013 – 119,205 miles
  • 2012 – 117,813 miles
  • 2011 – 114,039 miles
  • 2009 – 111,929 miles
  • 2008 – 103,560 miles
  • 2007 – 89,536 miles
  • 2006 – 77,021 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail164,823 miles
  • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt a frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak manifold (8.2.2.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering box balljoint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement chassis to trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement chassis to trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBoth swivels leaking

What MOT failures 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.

  • Advise underside undersealed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Advise nsf wing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail164,823 miles (+1,404)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,823 miles
    Test number
    894182343631
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt a frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak manifold (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering box balljoint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement chassis to trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement chassis to trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth swivels leaking

  2. Pass163,419 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    163,419 miles
    Test number
    115232561383
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise underside undersealed

  3. Fail163,419 miles (+1,673)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,419 miles
    Test number
    193960566221
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise underside undersealed

  4. Pass161,746 miles (+1,165)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    161,746 miles
    Test number
    975976909432
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise underside undersealed

  5. Pass160,581 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    160,581 miles
    Test number
    542372358713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise nsf wing corroded
    • AdvisoryAdvise underside undersealed

  6. Fail160,579 miles (+1,580)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,579 miles
    Test number
    189297255776
    • DangerousNearside Front Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis ( inner wheel arch ) (2.1.2 (e) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise nsf wing corroded
    • AdvisoryAdvise underside undersealed

  7. Pass158,999 miles (+17)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    158,999 miles
    Test number
    207960306168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  8. Fail158,982 miles (+1,774)16 major1 minor21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,982 miles
    Test number
    480199009862
    • MajorCentral Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting back panel (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure in wheel arch body mount to body corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear panel (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outrigger area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure in wheel arch body mount to body corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear panel (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt pit man arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play pit man arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective blade split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body panel slightly loose outer sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side showing signs of corrosion

  9. Pass157,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    157,208 miles
    Test number
    585523346056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail157,208 miles (+576)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,208 miles
    Test number
    875437084011
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass156,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    156,632 miles
    Test number
    887266209390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail156,632 miles (+1,587)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,632 miles
    Test number
    873639995986
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass155,045 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    155,045 miles
    Test number
    564977616236
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  14. Fail155,045 miles (+4,482)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,045 miles
    Test number
    966762158534
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  15. Pass150,563 miles (+2,957)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    150,563 miles
    Test number
    473701071121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass147,606 miles (+4,096)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    147,606 miles
    Test number
    913455804344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass143,510 miles (+5,093)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    143,510 miles
    Test number
    679122389144
    • AdvisoryOffside front wheel bearing slight play

  18. Pass138,417 miles (+284)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    138,417 miles
    Test number
    165073025018
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight Oil Leak From Offside And Nearside Front Hub Seals
    • NoteSlight Play In Steering Damper

  19. Fail138,133 miles (+8,037)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,133 miles
    Test number
    469527705078
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

  20. Pass130,096 miles (+10,891)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    130,096 miles
    Test number
    218518914098
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass119,205 miles (+1,392)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    119,205 miles
    Test number
    335612833055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass117,813 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    117,813 miles
    Test number
    109004582153
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s headlight rim corroded

  23. Fail117,813 miles (+3,774)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,813 miles
    Test number
    537524582146
    • Repaired at testFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s headlight rim corroded

  24. Pass114,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    114,039 miles
    Test number
    448508111057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail114,039 miles (+2,110)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,039 miles
    Test number
    148557911098
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass111,929 miles (+8,369)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    111,929 miles
    Test number
    493006659479
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear num plate partialy covered by ladder

  27. Pass103,560 miles (+14,024)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    103,560 miles
    Test number
    144160298201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass89,536 miles (+12,515)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    89,536 miles
    Test number
    431413187233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass77,021 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    77,021 miles
    Test number
    700304706397
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about S17 RPA

Does S17 RPA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S17 RPA expired on 15 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S17 RPA?
The MOT on S17 RPA expired on 15 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S17 RPA done?
S17 RPA was recorded at 164,823 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 4,460 miles a year.
Has S17 RPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 RPA has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S17 RPA 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 S17 RPA find?
S17 RPA failed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 6 major defects and 5 advisories: central rear suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt a frame ball joint; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak manifold; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced, and 8 more.

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