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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,947 cc

S47 ETEMOT history

S47 ETE is a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 89,575 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

S47 ETE blue 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 22 May 2027
Mileage
89,575 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2019
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,573 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S47 ETE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,947 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S47 ETE was last recorded at 89,575 miles on 5 Nov 2019, 1,075 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,500 miles · 8 Nov 2018
Between the last two tests
1,075 miles
Average per year
3,573 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2019 – 89,575 miles
  • 2018 – 88,500 miles
  • 2016 – 86,262 miles
  • 2015 – 83,817 miles
  • 2014 – 80,655 miles
  • 2013 – 77,362 miles
  • 2012 – 73,829 miles
  • 2010 – 62,575 miles
  • 2009 – 55,109 miles
  • 2008 – 49,054 miles
  • 2007 – 43,883 miles
  • 2006 – 40,400 miles
  • 2005 – 39,192 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2006

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    505999903106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. FailMileage not read2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    558112967442
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    746519157793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    875152999643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    662352265784
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CENTRE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. FailMileage not read1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    981831119230
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CENTRE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    446433088251
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    234339807621
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. PassMileage not read1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    307631851349
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

  10. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    552669452602
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

  11. Pass89,575 miles (+1,075)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,575 miles
    Test number
    345000849737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,500 miles (+2,238)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    88,500 miles
    Test number
    257561354761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,262 miles (+2,445)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    86,262 miles
    Test number
    631900920367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,817 miles (+3,162)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    83,817 miles
    Test number
    539672821458
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

  15. Pass80,655 miles (+3,293)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,655 miles
    Test number
    906157534394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,362 miles (+3,533)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    77,362 miles
    Test number
    335423633349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,829 miles (+4,302)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    73,829 miles
    Test number
    426506652398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,527 miles (+6,952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    69,527 miles
    Test number
    995526202008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass62,575 miles (+7,466)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    62,575 miles
    Test number
    971284630367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,109 miles (+6,055)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    55,109 miles
    Test number
    723155159307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,054 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    49,054 miles
    Test number
    832413038370
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail49,054 miles (+5,171)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,054 miles
    Test number
    620071238331
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass43,883 miles (+3,483)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    43,883 miles
    Test number
    704948837309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    40,400 miles
    Test number
    302355936358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail40,400 miles (+1,208)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,400 miles
    Test number
    154923436328
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass39,192 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    39,192 miles
    Test number
    714042275217
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S47 ETE

Does S47 ETE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S47 ETE is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S47 ETE?
The MOT on S47 ETE is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S47 ETE done?
S47 ETE was recorded at 89,575 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2019, an average of 3,573 miles a year.
Has S47 ETE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S47 ETE has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S47 ETE 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 S47 ETE find?
S47 ETE passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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