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Red · Diesel · 2014 · 2,198 cc

S27 COWMOT history

S27 COW is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jun 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 162,067 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

S27 COW red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jun 2027
Mileage
162,067 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S27 COW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
15 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S27 COW was last recorded at 162,067 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 19,400 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,667 miles · 2 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
19,400 miles
Average per year
13,704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,067 miles
  • 2025 – 142,667 miles
  • 2024 – 121,049 miles
  • 2023 – 101,607 miles
  • 2022 – 82,628 miles
  • 2021 – 81,921 miles
  • 2020 – 70,629 miles
  • 2019 – 58,938 miles
  • 2018 – 45,985 miles
  • 2017 – 34,497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,067 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bothsides to flexis (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bothsides to axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront ignition barrel faulty
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front power steering resevoir loose
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bothsides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bothsides (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bothsides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bothsides ON LIMITS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 1 Mar 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,067 miles (+19,400)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    162,067 miles
    Test number
    354829903331
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bothsides to flexis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bothsides to axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront ignition barrel faulty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front power steering resevoir loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bothsides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bothsides (5.3.2 (c))
  2. Pass142,667 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    142,667 miles
    Test number
    645043364357
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bothsides corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bothsides to axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bothsides (5.3.2 (c))
  3. Fail142,667 miles (+21,618)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,667 miles
    Test number
    943788554094
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bothsides corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bothsides to axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bothsides (5.3.2 (c))
  4. Pass121,049 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    121,049 miles
    Test number
    151367912548
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bothsides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bothsides to axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bothsides ON LIMITS (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bothsides (5.3.2 (c))
  5. Fail121,048 miles (+19,441)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,048 miles
    Test number
    221621206606
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bothsides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bothsides to axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bothsides ON LIMITS (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bothsides (5.3.2 (c))
  6. Pass101,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    101,607 miles
    Test number
    386080577484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail101,607 miles (+18,979)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,607 miles
    Test number
    552124763621
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system caliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass82,628 miles (+707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    82,628 miles
    Test number
    344587786459
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass81,921 miles (+11,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    81,921 miles
    Test number
    697811119232
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass70,629 miles (+11,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    70,629 miles
    Test number
    398939766790
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  11. Pass58,938 miles (+11)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    58,938 miles
    Test number
    178629261110
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))
  12. Fail58,927 miles (+12,942)1 dangerous4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,927 miles
    Test number
    985051485944
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources One bulb out (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))
  13. Pass45,985 miles (+11,488)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    45,985 miles
    Test number
    496493312698
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper split on end
  14. Pass34,497 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    34,497 miles
    Test number
    799397021917
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S27 COW

Does S27 COW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S27 COW is valid until 21 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S27 COW?
The MOT on S27 COW is valid until 21 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S27 COW done?
S27 COW was recorded at 162,067 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 13,704 miles a year.
Has S27 COW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S27 COW has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on S27 COW 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 S27 COW find?
S27 COW passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 10 more.

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