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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,401 cc

S20 RKAMOT history

S20 RKA is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 144,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

S20 RKA black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
144,134 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 RKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S20 RKA was last recorded at 144,134 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 5,394 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,740 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,394 miles
Average per year
6,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,134 miles
  • 2025 – 138,740 miles
  • 2024 – 134,325 miles
  • 2023 – 131,943 miles
  • 2022 – 127,548 miles
  • 2021 – 123,153 miles
  • 2019 – 116,431 miles
  • 2017 – 114,195 miles
  • 2016 – 110,256 miles
  • 2015 – 102,684 miles
  • 2014 – 93,115 miles
  • 2013 – 79,936 miles
  • 2012 – 63,921 miles
  • 2011 – 50,186 miles
  • 2010 – 41,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,134 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2016

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.

  • Chip in windscreen

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,134 miles (+5,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    144,134 miles
    Test number
    914085513091
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  2. Pass138,740 miles (+4,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    138,740 miles
    Test number
    959416372167
    • AdvisorySlight oil leaks

  3. Pass134,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    134,325 miles
    Test number
    585120175279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail134,325 miles (+2,382)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,325 miles
    Test number
    121127552327
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass131,943 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    131,943 miles
    Test number
    580323176816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail131,839 miles (+4,291)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,839 miles
    Test number
    313821399755
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wing mirror loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine, front and rear differentials (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier loose but secure

  7. Pass127,548 miles (+4,395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    127,548 miles
    Test number
    174791120750
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass123,153 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    123,153 miles
    Test number
    254245782090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail123,152 miles (+6,721)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,152 miles
    Test number
    415651048561
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass116,431 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    116,431 miles
    Test number
    196987596970
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen

  11. Fail116,431 miles (+2,236)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,431 miles
    Test number
    297697990082
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen

  12. Pass114,195 miles (+3,939)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    114,195 miles
    Test number
    986357941611
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  13. Pass110,256 miles (+7,572)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    110,256 miles
    Test number
    263110668366
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass102,684 miles (+9,569)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    102,684 miles
    Test number
    305119243257
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal slightly leaking

  15. Pass93,115 miles (+13,179)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    93,115 miles
    Test number
    696393474203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,936 miles (+16,015)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    79,936 miles
    Test number
    836646673243
    • NoteFront hub swivels misting in oil

  17. Pass63,921 miles (+13,735)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    63,921 miles
    Test number
    729878152207
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteSoiled underside

  18. Pass50,186 miles (+8,624)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    50,186 miles
    Test number
    956192061274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,562 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    41,562 miles
    Test number
    114854360231
    • NotePark brake travel close to reserve end

Questions about S20 RKA

Does S20 RKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S20 RKA is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S20 RKA?
The MOT on S20 RKA is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S20 RKA done?
S20 RKA was recorded at 144,134 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 6,494 miles a year.
Has S20 RKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 RKA has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on S20 RKA 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 S20 RKA find?
S20 RKA passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak.

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