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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

S4 UATMOT history

S4 UAT is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 199,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

S4 UAT red 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 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
199,982 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,249 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 UAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 UAT was last recorded at 199,982 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 4,508 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,474 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,508 miles
Average per year
7,249 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 199,982 miles
  • 2025 – 195,474 miles
  • 2023 – 188,031 miles
  • 2022 – 184,098 miles
  • 2021 – 172,763 miles
  • 2020 – 165,485 miles
  • 2019 – 160,515 miles
  • 2017 – 144,628 miles
  • 2015 – 127,850 miles
  • 2014 – 122,437 miles
  • 2013 – 122,276 miles
  • 2012 – 118,703 miles
  • 2011 – 110,817 miles
  • 2010 – 99,858 miles
  • 2009 – 84,803 miles
  • 2008 – 79,532 miles
  • 2007 – 70,002 miles
  • 2006 – 56,823 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,982 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Body component slightly loose door step

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,982 miles (+4,508)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    199,982 miles
    Test number
    754323885272
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass195,474 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    195,474 miles
    Test number
    468332424257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail195,472 miles (+7,441)1 dangerous7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,472 miles
    Test number
    650642728330
    • DangerousNearside Entrance/exit step in such a condition as to affect the stability of passengers during use (9.7 (a) (iii))
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass188,031 miles (+3,933)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    188,031 miles
    Test number
    435533434156
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass184,098 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    184,098 miles
    Test number
    418507504868
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Body component slightly loose door step (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  6. Fail184,098 miles (+11,335)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,098 miles
    Test number
    961552221397
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Body component slightly loose door step (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  7. Pass172,763 miles (+7,278)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    172,763 miles
    Test number
    784060681491
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes slightly corroded

  8. Pass165,485 miles (+249)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    165,485 miles
    Test number
    127571578102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • 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 Rear section. tow bar removed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail165,236 miles (+4,721)13 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,236 miles
    Test number
    604617175791
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury Quarter panel (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Body component corroded and likely to cause injury Door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play steering box joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps No lamp by number plate (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury Step (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Multiple locations (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Multiple locations (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • 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))

  10. Pass160,515 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    160,515 miles
    Test number
    193472774608
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail160,515 miles (+15,887)1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,515 miles
    Test number
    492149592731
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass144,628 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    144,628 miles
    Test number
    942695809864
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play from steering box (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  13. Fail144,628 miles (+16,778)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,628 miles
    Test number
    375358636073
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play from steering box (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  14. Pass127,850 miles (+5,413)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    127,850 miles
    Test number
    774233334257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass122,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    122,437 miles
    Test number
    607683534268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail122,437 miles (+161)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,437 miles
    Test number
    588092634292
    • FailureFront Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

  17. Pass122,276 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    122,276 miles
    Test number
    767853933249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail122,274 miles (+3,571)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,274 miles
    Test number
    888071013255
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass118,703 miles (+7,886)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    118,703 miles
    Test number
    326331392156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass110,817 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    110,817 miles
    Test number
    608989901246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail110,805 miles (+10,947)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,805 miles
    Test number
    898357601243
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass99,858 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    99,858 miles
    Test number
    112856670141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail99,856 miles (+15,053)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,856 miles
    Test number
    124335170110
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass84,803 miles (+5,271)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    84,803 miles
    Test number
    381298299157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass79,532 miles (+9,530)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    79,532 miles
    Test number
    503800708218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass70,002 miles (+13,179)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    70,002 miles
    Test number
    993457677139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass56,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    56,823 miles
    Test number
    500924886169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 UAT

Does S4 UAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 UAT is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 UAT?
The MOT on S4 UAT is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 UAT done?
S4 UAT was recorded at 199,982 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 7,249 miles a year.
Has S4 UAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 UAT has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on S4 UAT 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 UAT find?
S4 UAT passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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