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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,947 cc

S19 DEFMOT history

S19 DEF is a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 21 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 27 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 152,051 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

S19 DEF blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Aug 2025
Mileage
152,051 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,574 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S19 DEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,947 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S19 DEF was last recorded at 152,051 miles on 26 Sept 2025, 2,215 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,836 miles · 28 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
2,215 miles
Average per year
3,574 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 152,051 miles
  • 2024 – 149,836 miles
  • 2023 – 149,815 miles
  • 2022 – 148,810 miles
  • 2021 – 143,999 miles
  • 2020 – 143,624 miles
  • 2019 – 141,768 miles
  • 2018 – 140,093 miles
  • 2017 – 139,644 miles
  • 2016 – 133,097 miles
  • 2015 – 128,851 miles
  • 2014 – 124,550 miles
  • 2013 – 124,003 miles
  • 2012 – 123,475 miles
  • 2011 – 120,735 miles
  • 2010 – 117,706 miles
  • 2009 – 113,148 miles
  • 2008 – 108,775 miles
  • 2007 – 101,973 miles
  • 2006 – 92,582 miles
  • 2005 – 80,874 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail152,051 miles
  • MajorExhaust silencer insecure " rear mount " (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorFuel system component leaking " main breather for fuel tank split, near fuel cap " (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced on the rear of the chassis each side has large holes in need of repair's ! (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorFront Inner Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt " both sides " (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged, not considered excessive (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded rear too middle
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to front o/s floor area, not considered excessive
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear o/s floor area, not considered excessive
  • AdvisoryRear seats and seat belts have not been inspected, due to being folded up and secured up

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front auto gearbox cooler pipe is leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail152,051 miles (+2,215)6 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,051 miles
    Test number
    990322597154
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure " rear mount " (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking " main breather for fuel tank split, near fuel cap " (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced on the rear of the chassis each side has large holes in need of repair's ! (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Inner Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt " both sides " (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged, not considered excessive (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded rear too middle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front o/s floor area, not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear o/s floor area, not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryRear seats and seat belts have not been inspected, due to being folded up and secured up
  2. Pass149,836 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    149,836 miles
    Test number
    157233826942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Fail149,815 miles (+1,005)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,815 miles
    Test number
    424871610348
    • DangerousCentral Intermediate drop arm likely to become detached steering box drop arm play (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle not working (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass148,810 miles (+34)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    148,810 miles
    Test number
    157319085490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  5. Fail148,776 miles (+4,777)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,776 miles
    Test number
    469663947363
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor at body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger at body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross-member mount marked with yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross-member mount marked with yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe unions to rear hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  6. Pass143,999 miles (+375)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    143,999 miles
    Test number
    387392473613
    • AdvisoryBrake servo damaged but function not impaired Corroded (1.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Nearside & Offside (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis 30.cm Coil spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Nearside & offside (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  7. Pass143,624 miles (+417)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    143,624 miles
    Test number
    659626429324
    • AdvisoryL.E.D HEAD LIGHTS FITTED ON FLAT CUT OFF ON DIP
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced N/S/R BODY MOUNT (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front FRONT DIFF O/S/F 1/2 SHAFT SEAL SMALL OIL LEAK
    • AdvisorySMALL ENGINE OIL LEAK
    • AdvisorySteering arm deformed but serviceable SMALL PLAY IN MAIN TRACK ROD FROM N/S TO O/S (2.1.3 (c) (i))
  8. Fail143,207 miles (+1,439)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,207 miles
    Test number
    517724477787
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings LOWER STEERING DAMPER MOUNT HAS PLAY (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases EXHAUST BLOW CENTRE JOINT (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOOT ON STEERING BOX ARM (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront FITTED WITH L.E.D LIGHTS AND HAS FLAT DIP CUT OFF .
    • AdvisoryFront OIL LEAK ENGINE
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced NEARSIDE BODY MOUNT BY REAR AXLE PARTLY CORRODED AWAY ,SUGGEST REPAIRED . (6.2.2 (c) (i))
  9. Pass141,768 miles (+1,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    141,768 miles
    Test number
    309690242454
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass140,093 miles (+449)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    140,093 miles
    Test number
    353970718612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass139,644 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    139,644 miles
    Test number
    435617872052
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers splitting on ends.
    • AdvisoryCentral Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened "Nicks" in belt. (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
  12. Fail139,639 miles (+6,542)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,639 miles
    Test number
    510106016994
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers splitting on ends.
    • AdvisoryCentral Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened "Nicks" in belt. (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
  13. Pass133,097 miles (+179)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    133,097 miles
    Test number
    737482382851
    • AdvisoryFront auto gearbox cooler pipe is leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Fail132,918 miles (+4,067)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,918 miles
    Test number
    474798813061
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront auto gearbox cooler pipe is leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass128,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    128,851 miles
    Test number
    458685385028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail128,851 miles (+4,301)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,851 miles
    Test number
    915605885032
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Pass124,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    124,550 miles
    Test number
    449018174057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail124,550 miles (+547)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,550 miles
    Test number
    435097974017
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
  19. Pass124,003 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    124,003 miles
    Test number
    848289873016
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteExhaust system deteriated
  20. FailMileage not read1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    337409873091
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteExhaust system deteriated
  21. Pass123,475 miles (+2,740)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    123,475 miles
    Test number
    575238072212
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  22. Pass120,735 miles (+3,029)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    120,735 miles
    Test number
    825994781270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass117,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    117,706 miles
    Test number
    303177780248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail117,706 miles (+4,558)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,706 miles
    Test number
    100585580246
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  25. Pass113,148 miles (+4,373)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    113,148 miles
    Test number
    610045789240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass108,775 miles (+6,802)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    108,775 miles
    Test number
    754322688247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass101,973 miles (+9,391)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    101,973 miles
    Test number
    600245877214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass92,582 miles (+11,708)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    92,582 miles
    Test number
    154313486263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass80,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    80,874 miles
    Test number
    160079595248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S19 DEF

Does S19 DEF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S19 DEF expired on 27 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S19 DEF?
The MOT on S19 DEF expired on 27 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S19 DEF done?
S19 DEF was recorded at 152,051 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 3,574 miles a year.
Has S19 DEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S19 DEF has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S19 DEF 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 S19 DEF find?
S19 DEF failed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: exhaust silencer insecure " rear mount "; fuel system component leaking " main breather for fuel tank split, near fuel cap "; nearside front steering linkage ball joint has excessive play front, and 13 more.

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