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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S1 TEAMOT history

S1 TEA is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 198,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2025.

S1 TEA white Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Oct 2026
Mileage
198,969 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,342 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S1 TEA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S1 TEA was last recorded at 198,969 miles on 10 Oct 2025, 2,024 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,945 miles · 23 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
2,024 miles
Average per year
6,342 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 198,969 miles
  • 2024 – 196,945 miles
  • 2023 – 195,034 miles
  • 2022 – 191,541 miles
  • 2021 – 187,443 miles
  • 2020 – 183,153 miles
  • 2019 – 179,718 miles
  • 2018 – 174,147 miles
  • 2017 – 168,872 miles
  • 2016 – 161,661 miles
  • 2015 – 153,845 miles
  • 2014 – 147,549 miles
  • 2013 – 138,860 miles
  • 2012 – 130,720 miles
  • 2011 – 123,224 miles
  • 2010 – 113,884 miles
  • 2009 – 105,339 miles
  • 2008 – 96,244 miles
  • 2007 – 86,297 miles
  • 2006 – 76,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,969 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear pads contaminated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

32 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,969 miles (+2,024)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    198,969 miles
    Test number
    972157529041
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass196,945 miles (+1,911)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    196,945 miles
    Test number
    319534849471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass195,034 miles (+3,493)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    195,034 miles
    Test number
    801644073265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass191,541 miles (+4,098)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    191,541 miles
    Test number
    119266665420
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  5. Pass187,443 miles (+4,290)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    187,443 miles
    Test number
    326249691497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass183,153 miles (+3,435)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    183,153 miles
    Test number
    495450741902
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BUSH WORN AND WRONG BOLT FITTED (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySPLIT IN EXHAUST TAIL PIPE

  7. Pass179,718 miles (+5,571)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    179,718 miles
    Test number
    238439558384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  8. Pass174,147 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    174,147 miles
    Test number
    689883451284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail174,130 miles (+5,258)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,130 miles
    Test number
    481423318666
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  10. Pass168,872 miles (+7,211)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    168,872 miles
    Test number
    160087048097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass161,661 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    161,661 miles
    Test number
    359635918850
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear pads contaminated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre cracked but not to cord
    • AdvisoryOil leak from pas box and engine

  12. Fail161,661 miles (+7,816)14 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,661 miles
    Test number
    733781278390
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front track bar (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour showing white to rear (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear pads contaminated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre cracked but not to cord
    • AdvisoryOil leak from pas box and engine

  13. Pass153,845 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    153,845 miles
    Test number
    895351025129
    • NoteIndicators not cancelling

  14. Fail153,840 miles (+6,291)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,840 miles
    Test number
    725418515196
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteIndicators not cancelling

  15. Pass147,549 miles (+235)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    147,549 miles
    Test number
    966120164164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteIndicators do not self cancel

  16. Fail147,314 miles (+8,454)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,314 miles
    Test number
    209233154115
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteIndicators do not self cancel

  17. Pass138,860 miles (+7)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    138,860 miles
    Test number
    955853963140
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteRear crossmember corroded through on offside
    • NoteSteering damper offside bush worn

  18. Fail138,853 miles (+8,133)1 dangerous8 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,853 miles
    Test number
    278951463483
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteRear crossmember corroded through on offside
    • NoteSteering damper offside bush worn

  19. Pass130,720 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    130,720 miles
    Test number
    729063062144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail130,719 miles (+7,495)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,719 miles
    Test number
    218539652188
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass123,224 miles3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    123,224 miles
    Test number
    279635441454
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteIndicater stalk becoming worn
    • NoteNearside mirror cracked at bottom
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper bush
    • NoteWinch driveshaft badly worn

  22. Fail123,224 miles (+9,340)1 failure3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,224 miles
    Test number
    576784041112
    • FailureOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteIndicater stalk becoming worn
    • NoteNearside mirror cracked at bottom
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper bush
    • NoteWinch driveshaft badly worn

  23. Pass113,884 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    113,884 miles
    Test number
    284544150157
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight play in both rear shocker bushes
    • NoteSlight play in steering box drop arm ball joint

  24. Fail113,884 miles (+8,545)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,884 miles
    Test number
    593103250130
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight play in both rear shocker bushes
    • NoteSlight play in steering box drop arm ball joint

  25. Pass105,339 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    105,339 miles
    Test number
    204942249136
    • NoteBoth front hub seals slightly wet
    • NoteN/s mirror glass damaged

  26. Fail105,338 miles (+9,094)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,338 miles
    Test number
    750390649199
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front hub seals slightly wet
    • NoteN/s mirror glass damaged

  27. Pass96,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    96,244 miles
    Test number
    803542468170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail96,244 miles (+9,947)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,244 miles
    Test number
    991502068185
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  29. Pass86,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    86,297 miles
    Test number
    493946957185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail86,297 miles (+9,918)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,297 miles
    Test number
    922785357183
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  31. Fail76,379 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,379 miles
    Test number
    362723466195
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  32. Pass76,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    76,379 miles
    Test number
    463563666153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S1 TEA

Does S1 TEA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S1 TEA expired on 9 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S1 TEA?
The MOT on S1 TEA expired on 9 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S1 TEA done?
S1 TEA was recorded at 198,969 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2025, an average of 6,342 miles a year.
Has S1 TEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S1 TEA has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2018.
Has the mileage on S1 TEA 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 S1 TEA find?
S1 TEA passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; oil leak, but not excessive; vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security.

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