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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

S30 ROPMOT history

S30 ROP is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 161,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2026.

S30 ROP red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
161,205 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,560 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S30 ROP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S30 ROP was last recorded at 161,205 miles on 28 Mar 2026, 12,490 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,715 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
12,490 miles
Average per year
4,560 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,205 miles
  • 2025 – 148,715 miles
  • 2024 – 133,968 miles
  • 2022 – 120,515 miles
  • 2021 – 116,016 miles
  • 2020 – 114,259 miles
  • 2019 – 111,897 miles
  • 2018 – 108,227 miles
  • 2017 – 105,463 miles
  • 2016 – 104,027 miles
  • 2015 – 100,019 miles
  • 2014 – 92,905 miles
  • 2013 – 86,697 miles
  • 2009 – 85,029 miles
  • 2008 – 80,568 miles
  • 2007 – 76,766 miles
  • 2006 – 70,628 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,205 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,205 miles (+12,490)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    161,205 miles
    Test number
    589952253952
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass148,715 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    148,715 miles
    Test number
    329594132648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail148,712 miles (+14,744)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,712 miles
    Test number
    437114033774
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass133,968 miles (+13,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    133,968 miles
    Test number
    598188486357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass120,515 miles (+4,499)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    120,515 miles
    Test number
    191591074159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,016 miles (+1,757)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    116,016 miles
    Test number
    739489114705
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass114,259 miles (+2,362)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    114,259 miles
    Test number
    615970989062
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass111,897 miles (+29)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    111,897 miles
    Test number
    841435759312
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail111,868 miles (+3,641)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,868 miles
    Test number
    519647117892
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm

  10. Pass108,227 miles (+2,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    108,227 miles
    Test number
    643675542202
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass105,463 miles (+1,436)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    105,463 miles
    Test number
    598007792805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass104,027 miles (+4,008)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    104,027 miles
    Test number
    697285611151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass100,019 miles (+7,114)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    100,019 miles
    Test number
    981466512101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass92,905 miles (+6,208)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    92,905 miles
    Test number
    965866554233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail86,697 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,697 miles
    Test number
    669044303371
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass86,697 miles (+1,668)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    86,697 miles
    Test number
    935844103355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,029 miles (+4,461)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    85,029 miles
    Test number
    544329449158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass80,568 miles (+3,802)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    80,568 miles
    Test number
    821813038183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,766 miles (+6,138)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    76,766 miles
    Test number
    730695137173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2007
    Odometer
    70,628 miles
    Test number
    191797036113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail70,628 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,628 miles
    Test number
    431937036125
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about S30 ROP

Does S30 ROP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S30 ROP is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S30 ROP?
The MOT on S30 ROP is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S30 ROP done?
S30 ROP was recorded at 161,205 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2026, an average of 4,560 miles a year.
Has S30 ROP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S30 ROP has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S30 ROP 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 S30 ROP find?
S30 ROP passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front steering linkage ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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