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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2014 · 2,198 cc

S28 ALOMOT history

S28 ALO is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Dec 2014. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 158,738 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

S28 ALO 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 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
158,738 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,772 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 ALO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
13 Dec 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S28 ALO was last recorded at 158,738 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 3,726 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,012 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,726 miles
Average per year
11,772 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,738 miles
  • 2025 – 155,012 miles
  • 2024 – 148,195 miles
  • 2022 – 142,805 miles
  • 2021 – 133,395 miles
  • 2020 – 122,429 miles
  • 2019 – 107,925 miles
  • 2018 – 85,956 miles
  • 2017 – 61,210 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,738 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass158,738 miles (+3,726)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    158,738 miles
    Test number
    301635647278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass155,012 miles (+6,817)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    155,012 miles
    Test number
    491425157998
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  3. Pass148,195 miles (+5,390)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    148,195 miles
    Test number
    723721682488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  4. Pass142,805 miles (+40)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    142,805 miles
    Test number
    853871586603
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both Fronts - Slight wheel play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front & Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  5. Fail142,765 miles (+9,370)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,765 miles
    Test number
    228756027050
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both Fronts - Slight wheel play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front & Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  6. Pass133,395 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    133,395 miles
    Test number
    848304453412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  7. Fail133,388 miles (+10,959)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,388 miles
    Test number
    585047865255
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  8. Pass122,429 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    122,429 miles
    Test number
    453508879643
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  9. Fail122,423 miles (+14,498)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,423 miles
    Test number
    723444255725
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn Propshaft rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  10. Pass107,925 miles (+653)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,925 miles
    Test number
    757847200460
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside lowest (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to back at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  11. Fail107,272 miles (+21,316)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,272 miles
    Test number
    355339846192
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside lowest (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to back at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryLower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  12. Pass85,956 miles (+24,746)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    85,956 miles
    Test number
    786904568975
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
  13. Pass61,210 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    61,210 miles
    Test number
    901668623829
    • AdvisoryFront Both front tyres wearing unevenly - inner edges low

Questions about S28 ALO

Does S28 ALO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S28 ALO is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S28 ALO?
The MOT on S28 ALO is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S28 ALO done?
S28 ALO was recorded at 158,738 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 11,772 miles a year.
Has S28 ALO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 ALO has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on S28 ALO 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 S28 ALO find?
S28 ALO passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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