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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

S50 TEGMOT history

S50 TEG is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Feb 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 237,882 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

S50 TEG green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
237,882 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S50 TEG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S50 TEG was last recorded at 237,882 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 8,861 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
229,021 miles · 27 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
8,861 miles
Average per year
7,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 237,882 miles
  • 2024 – 229,021 miles
  • 2023 – 221,145 miles
  • 2022 – 214,529 miles
  • 2021 – 207,205 miles
  • 2020 – 200,252 miles
  • 2019 – 191,284 miles
  • 2018 – 181,226 miles
  • 2017 – 174,100 miles
  • 2015 – 169,034 miles
  • 2014 – 162,029 miles
  • 2013 – 155,711 miles
  • 2012 – 142,459 miles
  • 2011 – 135,103 miles
  • 2010 – 127,786 miles
  • 2009 – 114,667 miles
  • 2008 – 105,477 miles
  • 2007 – 93,678 miles
  • 2006 – 88,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass237,882 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass237,882 miles (+8,861)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    237,882 miles
    Test number
    888990168681
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  2. Pass229,021 miles (+7,876)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    229,021 miles
    Test number
    119543960635
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Steering box leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass221,145 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    221,145 miles
    Test number
    286918624994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail221,135 miles (+6,606)14 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,135 miles
    Test number
    857390099925
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axel end (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn doughnut bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by crossmember on top (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead inside vehicle (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door hinge insecure door badly corroded and hinges insecure upper and lower (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt pitman arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember by upper wishbone mount both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass214,529 miles (+7,324)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    214,529 miles
    Test number
    636817614145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and both front axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Pass207,205 miles (+29)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    207,205 miles
    Test number
    598502470592
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  7. Fail207,176 miles (+6,924)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,176 miles
    Test number
    520370155923
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play forward (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way pulls to left (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt droparm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  8. Pass200,252 miles (+28)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    200,252 miles
    Test number
    975908188359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin innerside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail200,224 miles (+8,940)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,224 miles
    Test number
    615290212596
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt droparm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin innerside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass191,284 miles (+10,058)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    191,284 miles
    Test number
    276068232323
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play forward (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass181,226 miles (+22)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    181,226 miles
    Test number
    896052995526
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hubseal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryBulkhead corroded behind heater
  12. Fail181,204 miles (+7,104)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,204 miles
    Test number
    858358768206
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings incomplete weld (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering damper damaged and unserviceable bush missing (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hubseal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryBulkhead corroded behind heater
  13. Pass174,100 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    174,100 miles
    Test number
    502130339255
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal slightly spongy
  14. Fail174,100 miles (+5,066)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,100 miles
    Test number
    107558289430
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal slightly spongy
  15. Pass169,034 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    169,034 miles
    Test number
    899576607191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  16. Fail169,028 miles (+6,999)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,028 miles
    Test number
    544176769267
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  17. Pass162,029 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    162,029 miles
    Test number
    659989674287
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChassis and suspension components corroding
    • NoteFront propshaft uj has play
    • NoteMultiple ball joint boots are deteriorated and covers filled with sealant
  18. Fail162,029 miles (+6,318)6 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,029 miles
    Test number
    356424174442
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChassis and suspension components corroding
    • NoteFront propshaft uj has play
    • NoteMultiple ball joint boots are deteriorated and covers filled with sealant
  19. Pass155,711 miles (+5,294)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    155,711 miles
    Test number
    855518403359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront propshaft u/j have play
  20. Pass150,417 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    150,417 miles
    Test number
    428000533106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail150,416 miles (+7,957)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,416 miles
    Test number
    527308423172
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNear side rear hub seal leakimg
  22. Fail142,459 miles2 repaired7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,459 miles
    Test number
    236110912146
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust slightly rusty
    • NoteTrack rod end boots perishing
  23. Pass142,459 miles (+7,356)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    142,459 miles
    Test number
    499860612102
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust slightly rusty
    • NoteTrack rod end boots perishing
  24. Pass135,103 miles (+85)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    135,103 miles
    Test number
    156919701126
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePropshaft bolt of wrong type
  25. Fail135,018 miles (+7,232)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,018 miles
    Test number
    828805791082
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePropshaft component defective
  26. Pass127,786 miles (+13,119)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    127,786 miles
    Test number
    730017070070
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteMay I remind the vehicle presenter that it is their responsibility to ensure the vehicle is in a clean condition.Otherwise the test could be refused to be carried out
    • NoteNearside front sidelight came on when tapped
    • NotePlay in nearside and offside front tie bar bushes(axle end)
    • NotePlay in rear upper shock absorber mountings
    • NoteSurface corrosion rear chassis
  27. Pass114,667 miles (+9,190)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    114,667 miles
    Test number
    314703669070
    • NoteNearside and offside rear upper shock absorber mountings worn
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn down to legal minimum of 1.6mm
    • NotePower steering fluid leaks from pump amd steering box
  28. Pass105,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    105,477 miles
    Test number
    874016058061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail105,471 miles (+11,793)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,471 miles
    Test number
    261816058098
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  30. Pass93,678 miles (+5,553)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    93,678 miles
    Test number
    952210647066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  31. Pass88,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    88,125 miles
    Test number
    584764136077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S50 TEG

Does S50 TEG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S50 TEG is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S50 TEG?
The MOT on S50 TEG is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S50 TEG done?
S50 TEG was recorded at 237,882 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 7,575 miles a year.
Has S50 TEG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S50 TEG has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S50 TEG 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 S50 TEG find?
S50 TEG passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear oil leak, but not excessive hub seal; offside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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