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Land Rover Defender

Turquoise · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

S37 FNWMOT history

S37 FNW is a turquoise diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 5 Feb 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 123,655 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

S37 FNW turquoise Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Oct 2026
Mileage
123,655 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S37 FNW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Turquoise
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S37 FNW was last recorded at 123,655 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 439 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Feb 2007: 13,188 miles, lower than 126,490 miles on 22 Mar 2006.
  • 6 Aug 2010: 53,963 miles, lower than 143,548 miles on 17 Aug 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
123,216 miles · 9 May 2024
Between the last two tests
439 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,655 miles
  • 2024 – 123,216 miles
  • 2023 – 122,000 miles
  • 2022 – 115,363 miles
  • 2021 – 110,285 miles
  • 2019 – 108,287 miles
  • 2018 – 104,675 miles
  • 2017 – 96,680 miles
  • 2016 – 95,628 miles
  • 2015 – 86,370 miles
  • 2013 – 76,886 miles
  • 2012 – 69,669 miles
  • 2011 – 59,977 miles
  • 2010 – 53,963 miles
  • 2009 – 143,548 miles
  • 2008 – 141,308 miles
  • 2007 – 13,188 miles
  • 2006 – 126,490 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,655 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear running down chassis (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer case (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,655 miles (+439)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    123,655 miles
    Test number
    345633250872
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear running down chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 Transfer case (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass123,216 miles (+1,216)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    123,216 miles
    Test number
    735121442304
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass122,000 miles (+123)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    122,000 miles
    Test number
    999446601426
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both fronts. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front diff leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail121,877 miles (+6,514)1 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,877 miles
    Test number
    201941310698
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both fronts. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front diff leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass115,363 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    115,363 miles
    Test number
    493315279762
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail115,363 miles (+5,078)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,363 miles
    Test number
    650016899141
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass110,285 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    110,285 miles
    Test number
    429234068356
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail110,279 miles (+1,992)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,279 miles
    Test number
    725638449251
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass108,287 miles (+3,612)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    108,287 miles
    Test number
    493671608886
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to chassis

  10. Pass104,675 miles (+7,995)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    104,675 miles
    Test number
    839543848774
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass96,680 miles (+1,052)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    96,680 miles
    Test number
    102276783097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass95,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    95,628 miles
    Test number
    638527117707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail95,628 miles (+9,258)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,628 miles
    Test number
    103296899582
    • DangerousOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play steering idler (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass86,370 miles (+9,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    86,370 miles
    Test number
    978216055092
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  15. Pass76,886 miles (+7,217)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    76,886 miles
    Test number
    268690793286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,669 miles (+324)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    69,669 miles
    Test number
    379554462456
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  17. Fail69,345 miles (+9,368)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,345 miles
    Test number
    787871752237
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  18. Pass59,977 miles (+6,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    59,977 miles
    Test number
    386631251443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Pass53,963 miles (-89,585)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    53,963 miles
    Test number
    280058310270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass143,548 miles (+2,240)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    143,548 miles
    Test number
    151879729207
    • DangerousExhaust tail pipe exits from the nearside of vehicle

  21. Pass141,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    141,308 miles
    Test number
    212093838251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail141,308 miles (+128,120)8 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,308 miles
    Test number
    302223518251
    • DangerousFront Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • DangerousHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • DangerousNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • DangerousOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousRear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • DangerousWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass13,188 miles (-113,302)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    13,188 miles
    Test number
    154847137062
    • NoteCoolant leak

  24. Pass126,490 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    126,490 miles
    Test number
    351831586008
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteParking brake efficiency close to limit

Questions about S37 FNW

Does S37 FNW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S37 FNW expired on 15 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S37 FNW?
The MOT on S37 FNW expired on 15 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S37 FNW done?
S37 FNW was recorded at 123,655 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025.
Has S37 FNW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S37 FNW has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S37 FNW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 6 Feb 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S37 FNW find?
S37 FNW passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear running down chassis; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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