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Land Rover Defender

Green and White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

S26 TENMOT history

S26 TEN is a green and white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 218,554 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

S26 TEN green 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 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
218,554 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 TEN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 TEN was last recorded at 218,554 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 1,303 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
217,251 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,303 miles
Average per year
8,917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 218,554 miles
  • 2024 – 217,251 miles
  • 2023 – 214,853 miles
  • 2022 – 214,759 miles
  • 2021 – 210,415 miles
  • 2020 – 207,341 miles
  • 2018 – 203,264 miles
  • 2017 – 195,370 miles
  • 2016 – 180,001 miles
  • 2015 – 169,731 miles
  • 2014 – 156,956 miles
  • 2013 – 141,991 miles
  • 2012 – 125,942 miles
  • 2011 – 109,971 miles
  • 2010 – 102,853 miles
  • 2009 – 87,322 miles
  • 2008 – 74,647 miles
  • 2007 – 60,955 miles
  • 2006 – 45,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,554 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,554 miles (+1,303)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    218,554 miles
    Test number
    457868995179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass217,251 miles (+2,398)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    217,251 miles
    Test number
    148298030834
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass214,853 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    214,853 miles
    Test number
    388316804065
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  4. Fail214,841 miles (+82)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,841 miles
    Test number
    774513788165
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively most rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass214,759 miles (+4,344)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    214,759 miles
    Test number
    396912916244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively most rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  6. Pass210,415 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    210,415 miles
    Test number
    953876691192
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  7. Fail210,397 miles (+26)1 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,397 miles
    Test number
    350840403546
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail210,371 miles (+3,030)5 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,371 miles
    Test number
    916687621037
    • MajorFront Prop shaft securing bolt loose at rear of gear box (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass207,341 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    207,341 miles
    Test number
    378292441480
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail207,329 miles (+4,065)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,329 miles
    Test number
    872223866475
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn a bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass203,264 miles (+41)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    203,264 miles
    Test number
    703036244357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock Absorber top bush has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear O/S and N/S rear axle tie bars mounting bolt on axle end slightly loose but not likely to come detached
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis both sides heavily corroded and cross member by A frame mounts corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member and chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  12. Fail203,223 miles (+7,853)1 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,223 miles
    Test number
    909893532998
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock Absorber top bush has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear O/S and N/S rear axle tie bars mounting bolt on axle end slightly loose but not likely to come detached
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis both sides heavily corroded and cross member by A frame mounts corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member and chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  13. Pass195,370 miles (+15,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    195,370 miles
    Test number
    383123597311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Pass180,001 miles (+10,270)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    180,001 miles
    Test number
    368726021384
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  15. Pass169,731 miles (+12,775)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    169,731 miles
    Test number
    658915315115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass156,956 miles (+14,965)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    156,956 miles
    Test number
    786505514108
    • NoteCorrosion to rear cross member

  17. Pass141,991 miles (+16,049)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    141,991 miles
    Test number
    615043913156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front swivel housing seal weeping

  18. Pass125,942 miles (+15,971)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    125,942 miles
    Test number
    838822212132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass109,971 miles (+7,118)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    109,971 miles
    Test number
    827323911103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass102,853 miles (+15,531)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    102,853 miles
    Test number
    152886010278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass87,322 miles (+12,675)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    87,322 miles
    Test number
    790785509286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,647 miles (+13,692)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    74,647 miles
    Test number
    680118918299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass60,955 miles (+15,291)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    60,955 miles
    Test number
    421967007217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    45,664 miles
    Test number
    844518606213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S26 TEN

Does S26 TEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 TEN is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S26 TEN?
The MOT on S26 TEN is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S26 TEN done?
S26 TEN was recorded at 218,554 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 8,917 miles a year.
Has S26 TEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S26 TEN has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on S26 TEN 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 S26 TEN find?
S26 TEN passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; nearside rear upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 3 more.

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