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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S4 AGBMOT history

S4 AGB is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 92,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

S4 AGB blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
92,664 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,005 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 AGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
26 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 AGB was last recorded at 92,664 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 938 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,726 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
938 miles
Average per year
3,005 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,664 miles
  • 2025 – 91,726 miles
  • 2024 – 90,927 miles
  • 2023 – 89,983 miles
  • 2022 – 88,608 miles
  • 2021 – 86,987 miles
  • 2020 – 85,069 miles
  • 2019 – 82,196 miles
  • 2017 – 76,688 miles
  • 2016 – 72,135 miles
  • 2015 – 68,810 miles
  • 2014 – 65,681 miles
  • 2013 – 63,324 miles
  • 2012 – 59,387 miles
  • 2011 – 54,593 miles
  • 2010 – 47,655 miles
  • 2009 – 44,161 miles
  • 2008 – 41,051 miles
  • 2007 – 38,041 miles
  • 2006 – 33,509 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,664 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (no noise or roughness detected) (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower (Reverse lamp not working \ PRS replaced bulb)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (lower joint very slight play) (2.2.2 (c))

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 Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing spair tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Handbrake only just met minimum requirments 18% advise attention

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Service brake only juat met minimum requirments 51% advise attention

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 2 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,664 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    92,664 miles
    Test number
    661735155953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (no noise or roughness detected) (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower (Reverse lamp not working \ PRS replaced bulb)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (lower joint very slight play) (2.2.2 (c))

  2. Fail92,664 miles (+938)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,664 miles
    Test number
    323861878680
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Upper Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (Replaced bulbs) (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (Replaced bulb) (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (no noise or roughness detected) (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower (Reverse lamp not working \ PRS replaced bulb)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (lower joint very slight play) (2.2.2 (c))

  3. Pass91,726 miles (+799)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    91,726 miles
    Test number
    714202157034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (no noise or roughness detected) (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  4. Pass90,927 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    90,927 miles
    Test number
    365672236730
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (no noise or roughness detected) (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail90,924 miles (+941)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,924 miles
    Test number
    483699557936
    • MajorFront Horn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (no noise or roughness detected) (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass89,983 miles (+1,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    89,983 miles
    Test number
    665283281931
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass88,608 miles (+1,621)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    88,608 miles
    Test number
    876098915317
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (main A-frame but could not be holed at time of test) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (main feed pipe to brake flexi) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (slight play detected) (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner (slight oil leak from swivel housing seal)

  8. Pass86,987 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    86,987 miles
    Test number
    661768537027
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (play in hinge pin) (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  9. Fail86,987 miles (+1,918)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,987 miles
    Test number
    285067299536
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Upper Exhaust system insecure (exhaust mounting rubber split) (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (play in hinge pin) (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  10. Pass85,069 miles (+9)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    85,069 miles
    Test number
    444516932446
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing spair tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just met minimum requirments 18% advise attention
    • AdvisoryService brake only juat met minimum requirments 51% advise attention

  11. Fail85,060 miles (+2,864)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,060 miles
    Test number
    627326901378
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective crack in servo (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing spair tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just met minimum requirments 18% advise attention
    • AdvisoryService brake only juat met minimum requirments 51% advise attention

  12. Pass82,196 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    82,196 miles
    Test number
    306057457469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail82,179 miles (+5,491)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,179 miles
    Test number
    641186464653
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  14. Pass76,688 miles (+4,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,688 miles
    Test number
    120345926262
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion o/s chassis centre

  15. Pass72,135 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    72,135 miles
    Test number
    440317754029
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryService brake only just met minimum requirements. Suspect brake servo worn
    • AdvisorySlight play detected at Nearside Front wheel

  16. Fail72,135 miles (+3,325)3 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,135 miles
    Test number
    388378857555
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight play detected at Nearside Front wheel

  17. Pass68,810 miles (+3,129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    68,810 miles
    Test number
    854139739629
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass65,681 miles (+2,357)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    65,681 miles
    Test number
    986481334398
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteRear tyres perished
    • NoteSlight play steering drop arm ball joint
    • NoteSlight wear o/s steering damper bush

  19. Pass63,324 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    63,324 miles
    Test number
    597840813313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear tyres perised

  20. Fail63,322 miles (+3,935)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,322 miles
    Test number
    356378603340
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear tyres perised

  21. Pass59,387 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    59,387 miles
    Test number
    257567102364
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Fail59,385 miles (+4,792)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,385 miles
    Test number
    735737202305
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass54,593 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    54,593 miles
    Test number
    425206201444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail54,590 miles (+6,935)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,590 miles
    Test number
    997675801387
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass47,655 miles (+3,494)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    47,655 miles
    Test number
    254385200324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,161 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,161 miles
    Test number
    582022709337
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Fail44,161 miles (+3,110)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,161 miles
    Test number
    593962609300
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass41,051 miles (+3,010)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    41,051 miles
    Test number
    654183208308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass38,041 miles (+4,532)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    38,041 miles
    Test number
    194939297201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pads getting low may be needed next service

  30. Pass33,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    33,509 miles
    Test number
    624246706326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 AGB

Does S4 AGB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 AGB is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 AGB?
The MOT on S4 AGB is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 AGB done?
S4 AGB was recorded at 92,664 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 3,005 miles a year.
Has S4 AGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 AGB has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S4 AGB 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 S4 AGB find?
S4 AGB passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play (no noise or roughness detected); nearside rear lower (reverse lamp not working \ prs replaced bulb); nearside rear upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 1 more.

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