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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 2,198 cc

S18 ELYMOT history

S18 ELY is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Apr 2015. Its MOT is valid until 21 Mar 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 53,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

S18 ELY black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Mar 2027
Mileage
53,003 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 ELY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
24 Apr 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 ELY was last recorded at 53,003 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 4,088 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,915 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,088 miles
Average per year
5,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,003 miles
  • 2025 – 48,915 miles
  • 2024 – 44,104 miles
  • 2023 – 44,100 miles
  • 2022 – 37,851 miles
  • 2021 – 36,468 miles
  • 2020 – 32,593 miles
  • 2019 – 30,168 miles
  • 2018 – 22,093 miles
  • 2017 – 9,205 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,003 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both central brake pipes to rear flexi pipes over rear axle corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 22 Dec 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,003 miles (+4,088)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    53,003 miles
    Test number
    722432504821
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both central brake pipes to rear flexi pipes over rear axle corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass48,915 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    48,915 miles
    Test number
    877882875992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear unable to fully inspect rear seats as rear of vehicle full. inspected seat belts and buckles

  3. Fail48,915 miles (+4,811)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,915 miles
    Test number
    172413475468
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both brake flexi hoses by the rear axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear unable to fully inspect rear seats as rear of vehicle full. inspected seat belts and buckles

  4. Pass44,104 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    44,104 miles
    Test number
    497584645590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail44,100 miles (+6,249)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,100 miles
    Test number
    950585074111
    • DangerousRear Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass37,851 miles (+1,383)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    37,851 miles
    Test number
    155790825017
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive diesel leak from fuel tank but not dripping onto floor (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass36,468 miles (+3,875)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    36,468 miles
    Test number
    277368507254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Pass32,593 miles (+2,425)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    32,593 miles
    Test number
    295829111691
    • AdvisoryLower under side of vehicle covered in underseal brake pipes and fuel pipes covered
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement weak/soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass30,168 miles (+8,075)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    30,168 miles
    Test number
    645977464635
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement weakend by fuel spillage, rubber soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass22,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    22,093 miles
    Test number
    129347540469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail22,093 miles (+12,888)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,093 miles
    Test number
    100739510404
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass9,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    9,205 miles
    Test number
    117333204646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S18 ELY

Does S18 ELY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 ELY is valid until 21 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 ELY?
The MOT on S18 ELY is valid until 21 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 ELY done?
S18 ELY was recorded at 53,003 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 5,340 miles a year.
Has S18 ELY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 ELY has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S18 ELY 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 S18 ELY find?
S18 ELY passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: central rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both central brake pipes to rear flexi pipes over rear axle corroded; nearside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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