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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S3 MRKMOT history

S3 MRK is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 71,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

S3 MRK black 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 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
71,499 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 MRK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
3 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 MRK was last recorded at 71,499 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,496 miles · 19 May 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,499 miles
  • 2025 – 70,955 miles
  • 2024 – 70,456 miles
  • 2023 – 69,373 miles
  • 2021 – 69,149 miles
  • 2020 – 66,541 miles
  • 2018 – 62,886 miles
  • 2017 – 59,443 miles
  • 2016 – 55,525 miles
  • 2015 – 53,422 miles
  • 2014 – 51,445 miles
  • 2013 – 50,359 miles
  • 2012 – 47,424 miles
  • 2011 – 45,652 miles
  • 2010 – 40,366 miles
  • 2009 – 33,239 miles
  • 2007 – 26,320 miles
  • 2006 – 24,207 miles
  • 2005 – 21,390 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,499 miles
  • MinorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Nearside Rear Bump stop rubber missing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 15 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,499 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    71,499 miles
    Test number
    206795492439
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  2. Fail71,496 miles (+541)1 dangerous5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,496 miles
    Test number
    632232124850
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake performance unable to be tested Pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Loose (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear joint at rear axel (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play Both nearside joints (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outrigger section (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt buckle slightly damaged Both front (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both front (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both front (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass70,955 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    70,955 miles
    Test number
    887674465944
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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 Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Covers missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop rubber missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Covers missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Fail70,954 miles (+498)4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,954 miles
    Test number
    800496697531
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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 Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Covers missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop rubber missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Covers missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass70,456 miles (+1,083)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    70,456 miles
    Test number
    824526378667
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged Covers missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumpstop rubber missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged Covers missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass69,373 miles (+224)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    69,373 miles
    Test number
    630215600999
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumpstead rubber missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged Covers missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged Covers missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass69,149 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    69,149 miles
    Test number
    709944957307
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bumpstop rubber missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged covers missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail69,147 miles (+2,606)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,147 miles
    Test number
    725419835046
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength in area of torsion bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged covers missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass66,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    66,541 miles
    Test number
    171072510305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail66,541 miles (+3,655)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,541 miles
    Test number
    776816481406
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass62,886 miles (+3,443)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    62,886 miles
    Test number
    200648926924
    • AdvisoryCorrosion nearside rear valance
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside side steps coroded and holed
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass59,443 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    59,443 miles
    Test number
    792283312863
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop rubber missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Step holed and coroded

  13. Fail59,443 miles (+3,918)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,443 miles
    Test number
    252333174097
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer deteriorated (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure fractured seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop rubber missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Step holed and coroded

  14. Pass55,525 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    55,525 miles
    Test number
    367880799856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  15. Fail55,525 miles (+2,103)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,525 miles
    Test number
    228739265789
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Main (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  16. Pass53,422 miles (+1,977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    53,422 miles
    Test number
    947531369025
    • AdvisoryNearside rear crossmember coroded

  17. Pass51,445 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    51,445 miles
    Test number
    246862634346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Fail51,445 miles (+1,086)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,445 miles
    Test number
    755132234363
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass50,359 miles (+2,935)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    50,359 miles
    Test number
    485709923421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    47,424 miles
    Test number
    687034532332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail47,424 miles (+1,772)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,424 miles
    Test number
    439324232455
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass45,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    45,652 miles
    Test number
    689142021304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail45,652 miles (+5,286)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,652 miles
    Test number
    787382921366
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)
    • Repaired at testPosition lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

  24. Pass40,366 miles (+7,127)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    40,366 miles
    Test number
    731962020370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,239 miles (+6,919)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    33,239 miles
    Test number
    470820619335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,320 miles (+80)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    26,320 miles
    Test number
    314932937360
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall deteriorated
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated

  27. Fail26,240 miles (+2,033)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,240 miles
    Test number
    351254927310
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall deteriorated

  28. Pass24,207 miles (+41)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    24,207 miles
    Test number
    581981046378
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall damaged

  29. Fail24,166 miles (+2,776)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,166 miles
    Test number
    622123436368
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall damaged

  30. Pass21,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    21,390 miles
    Test number
    873979615317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 MRK

Does S3 MRK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 MRK is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 MRK?
The MOT on S3 MRK is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 MRK done?
S3 MRK was recorded at 71,499 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 2,432 miles a year.
Has S3 MRK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 MRK has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 MRK 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 S3 MRK find?
S3 MRK passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 3 more.

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