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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

S4 XDMMOT history

S4 XDM is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 140,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

S4 XDM 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 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
140,103 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,258 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 XDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 XDM was last recorded at 140,103 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,101 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,258 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,103 miles
  • 2024 – 139,357 miles
  • 2023 – 136,550 miles
  • 2022 – 131,917 miles
  • 2020 – 127,225 miles
  • 2019 – 124,597 miles
  • 2018 – 119,670 miles
  • 2017 – 118,688 miles
  • 2016 – 117,928 miles
  • 2015 – 109,824 miles
  • 2014 – 100,791 miles
  • 2013 – 95,584 miles
  • 2011 – 83,914 miles
  • 2010 – 73,221 miles
  • 2009 – 61,552 miles
  • 2008 – 51,117 miles
  • 2007 – 48,431 miles
  • 2006 – 37,111 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,103 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront cab floor corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component At steering box & steering pump (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisorySteering dampener bush slightly worn

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.

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front fog light inop

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Parking brake reserve travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,103 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    140,103 miles
    Test number
    617572916129
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront cab floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component At steering box & steering pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering dampener bush slightly worn

  2. Fail140,101 miles (+744)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,101 miles
    Test number
    997109018257
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront cab floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component At steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump noisy
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush worn

  3. Pass139,357 miles (+2,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    139,357 miles
    Test number
    259341022596
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass136,550 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    136,550 miles
    Test number
    549328401871
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Fail136,549 miles (+4,632)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,549 miles
    Test number
    587392932871
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Pass131,917 miles (+4,692)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    131,917 miles
    Test number
    916056075058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass127,225 miles (+2,628)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    127,225 miles
    Test number
    759992733521
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass124,597 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    124,597 miles
    Test number
    609184406172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light inop
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake reserve travel

  9. Fail124,592 miles (+4,922)1 dangerous8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,592 miles
    Test number
    440240360999
    • DangerousSteering component casing retaining devices dangerously loose steering damper bolt (2.1.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light inop
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake reserve travel

  10. Pass119,670 miles (+982)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    119,670 miles
    Test number
    608691992831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass118,688 miles (+760)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    118,688 miles
    Test number
    804855031330
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight dampness on fuel filter housing
    • AdvisorySlight dampness on steering rack
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front lower swivel joint

  12. Pass117,928 miles (+8,104)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    117,928 miles
    Test number
    869581490507
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBox front wheels close to chassis on full lock
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount detached
    • AdvisorySlight dampness on power steering box

  13. Pass109,824 miles (+9,033)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    109,824 miles
    Test number
    858188315175
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  14. Pass100,791 miles (+5,207)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    100,791 miles
    Test number
    227949914438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass95,584 miles (+11,670)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    95,584 miles
    Test number
    825741823185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  16. Pass83,914 miles (+10,693)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    83,914 miles
    Test number
    977252261283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,221 miles (+11,669)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    73,221 miles
    Test number
    790738130134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail61,552 miles2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,552 miles
    Test number
    314354339117
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteClutch pedal anti slip rubber worn
    • NoteFront axle oil leak
    • NoteIn brake testing vehicle when applying service brake vehicle pulls slightly to the offside of the road advise brake inspection.

  19. Pass61,552 miles (+10,435)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    61,552 miles
    Test number
    331144139177
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteClutch pedal anti slip rubber worn
    • NoteFront axle oil leak
    • NoteIn brake testing vehicle when applying service brake vehicle pulls slightly to the offside of the road advise brake inspection.

  20. Pass51,117 miles (+2,686)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    51,117 miles
    Test number
    114098328198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,431 miles (+11,320)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2008
    Odometer
    48,431 miles
    Test number
    261564737445
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront axle diff. has oil leak around pinion oil seal.
    • NoteOffside font door mirror glass damaged

  22. Pass37,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    37,111 miles
    Test number
    341828106175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 XDM

Does S4 XDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 XDM is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S4 XDM?
The MOT on S4 XDM is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 XDM done?
S4 XDM was recorded at 140,103 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 5,258 miles a year.
Has S4 XDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 XDM has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S4 XDM 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 XDM find?
S4 XDM passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: exhaust noisy; front cab floor corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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