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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,946 cc

S50 CSWMOT history

S50 CSW is a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 138,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

S50 CSW 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 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
138,550 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S50 CSW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,946 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S50 CSW was last recorded at 138,550 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 413 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Apr 2025: 137,120 miles, lower than 153,953 miles on 19 Dec 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
138,137 miles · 10 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
413 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,550 miles
  • 2025 – 137,120 miles
  • 2008 – 153,953 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,550 miles

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Exhaust badly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Steering box drop arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,550 miles (+413)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    138,550 miles
    Test number
    247473106170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail138,137 miles (+1,017)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,137 miles
    Test number
    448993977446
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass137,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    137,120 miles
    Test number
    257874004869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    686440825922
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged both front (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear upper (5.3.2 (c))

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    941958918356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    283272169983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    412641522908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    193520221236
    • AdvisoryExhaust badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisorySteering box drop arm ball joint has slight play

  9. FailMileage not read7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    344615719743
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisorySteering box drop arm ball joint has slight play

  10. PassMileage not read2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    459111454385
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteSlight play in steering box drop arm ball joint

  11. FailMileage not read2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    828740054343
    • FailureFront Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteSlight play in steering box drop arm ball joint

  12. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    248333843354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  13. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    459872442388
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  14. PassMileage not read1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    795931841391
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. FailMileage not read5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    469472131375
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. PassMileage not read3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    441313040330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteToe bar area on vehicle very corroded

  17. FailMileage not read3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    660426230320
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteToe bar area on vehicle very corroded

  18. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    353560859387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass153,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    153,953 miles
    Test number
    711484458301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail153,953 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,953 miles
    Test number
    804302958397
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  21. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    550148047378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    702226547328
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    404529946414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S50 CSW

Does S50 CSW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S50 CSW is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S50 CSW?
The MOT on S50 CSW is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S50 CSW done?
S50 CSW was recorded at 138,550 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026.
Has S50 CSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S50 CSW has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S50 CSW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Apr 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S50 CSW find?
S50 CSW passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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