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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2013 · 2,198 cc

S17 TKAMOT history

S17 TKA is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 121,495 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

S17 TKA silver 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 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
121,495 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 TKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
30 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 TKA was last recorded at 121,495 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 4,078 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,417 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,078 miles
Average per year
8,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,495 miles
  • 2025 – 117,417 miles
  • 2024 – 111,532 miles
  • 2023 – 104,444 miles
  • 2022 – 92,819 miles
  • 2021 – 86,800 miles
  • 2020 – 76,634 miles
  • 2019 – 65,226 miles
  • 2018 – 53,050 miles
  • 2017 – 41,185 miles
  • 2016 – 31,603 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,495 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides Outer (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear above suspension mount on chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Slight hub leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 16 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,495 miles (+4,078)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    121,495 miles
    Test number
    808364475092
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides Outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass117,417 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    117,417 miles
    Test number
    983672560866
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Fail117,417 miles (+5,885)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,417 miles
    Test number
    174444197807
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass111,532 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    111,532 miles
    Test number
    728527135307
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear above suspension mount on chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail111,532 miles (+7,088)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,532 miles
    Test number
    182384517904
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front bar (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear above suspension mount on chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass104,444 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    104,444 miles
    Test number
    407947516157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight hub leak
  7. Fail104,444 miles (+11,625)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,444 miles
    Test number
    655382220812
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight hub leak
  8. Pass92,819 miles (+6,019)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    92,819 miles
    Test number
    974576793485
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  9. Pass86,800 miles (+10,166)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,800 miles
    Test number
    894538568619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,634 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    76,634 miles
    Test number
    310291041139
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing low
  11. Fail76,634 miles (+11,408)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,634 miles
    Test number
    368908854162
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in various places outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre screw in tread
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing low
  12. Pass65,226 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    65,226 miles
    Test number
    961331265127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  13. Fail65,222 miles (+12,172)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,222 miles
    Test number
    744597335825
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  14. Pass53,050 miles (+11,865)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    53,050 miles
    Test number
    711927702334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    41,185 miles
    Test number
    689587580622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail41,185 miles (+9,582)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,185 miles
    Test number
    785023138380
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
  17. Pass31,603 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    31,603 miles
    Test number
    217297701417
    • AdvisoryBrake pads wearing
    • AdvisoryF diff seal weeping
    • AdvisoryProp bolts loose
    • AdvisorySlight play in drop arm track rod end

Questions about S17 TKA

Does S17 TKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S17 TKA is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S17 TKA?
The MOT on S17 TKA is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S17 TKA done?
S17 TKA was recorded at 121,495 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 8,934 miles a year.
Has S17 TKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 TKA has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S17 TKA 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 TKA find?
S17 TKA passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, and 2 more.

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