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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,947 cc

S54 MRMMOT history

S54 MRM is a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 73,831 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

S54 MRM 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 Feb 2027
Mileage
73,831 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2022
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S54 MRM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,947 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
15 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S54 MRM was last recorded at 73,831 miles on 31 May 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 May 2013: 68,545 miles, lower than 88,545 miles on 1 May 2013.
  • 8 May 2014: 64,545 miles, lower than 68,545 miles on 13 May 2013.

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
73,831 miles · 21 May 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 73,831 miles
  • 2016 – 70,131 miles
  • 2015 – 67,752 miles
  • 2014 – 64,545 miles
  • 2013 – 68,545 miles
  • 2012 – 58,004 miles
  • 2011 – 54,609 miles
  • 2006 – 42,977 miles
  • 2005 – 38,971 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

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.

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

30 tests since 15 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    838749678011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    192232319231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    641840405217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass73,831 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    73,831 miles
    Test number
    638137379735
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail73,831 miles1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,831 miles
    Test number
    269351047658
    • MajorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt 3x (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    897518578651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. FailMileage not read2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    499104454475
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    458268613472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    200364026867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. FailMileage not read6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    248506421680
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    241484258460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    70,131 miles
    Test number
    915612404172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail70,131 miles (+2,379)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,131 miles
    Test number
    586203272388
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass67,752 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    67,752 miles
    Test number
    677857425146
    • NoteAUX BELT BADLY PERRISHED
    • NoteFRONT TO REAR BRAKE PIPE RUSTY
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISC RUSTY

  15. Fail67,752 miles (+3,207)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,752 miles
    Test number
    116226925116
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureSteering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)
    • NoteAUX BELT BADLY PERRISHED
    • NoteFRONT TO REAR BRAKE PIPE RUSTY
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISC RUSTY

  16. Pass64,545 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    64,545 miles
    Test number
    376499924115
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • Note1 x bolt sheared off in rear fuel tank guard/ rear roll bar mounting
    • NoteBoth rear suspension bump stops missing
    • NoteCenter exhaust section corroded and starting to leak

  17. Fail64,545 miles (-4,000)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,545 miles
    Test number
    158188824199
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • Note1 x bolt sheared off in rear fuel tank guard/ rear roll bar mounting
    • NoteBoth rear suspension bump stops missing
    • NoteCenter exhaust section corroded and starting to leak

  18. Pass68,545 miles (-20,000)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    68,545 miles
    Test number
    147623733147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe corrodeing
    • NoteRear crossmember corrodeing
    • NoteSteering box drop arm ball joint gaitor deteriorated

  19. Fail88,545 miles (+30,541)2 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,545 miles
    Test number
    726921023178
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe corrodeing
    • NoteRear crossmember corrodeing
    • NoteSteering box drop arm ball joint gaitor deteriorated

  20. Pass58,004 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    58,004 miles
    Test number
    645422032190
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe cprroded (advise replacement)

  21. Fail58,004 miles (+3,395)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,004 miles
    Test number
    749851032139
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe cprroded (advise replacement)

  22. Pass54,609 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    54,609 miles
    Test number
    307895921129
    • NoteCOOLANT LEAK
    • NoteFRONT TO REAR STEEL BRAKE PIPE RUSTY
    • NoteOIL LEAK
    • NoteREAR EXHAUST SYSTEM RUSTY

  23. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    564945260012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. FailMileage not read1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    382565550050
    • DangerousPower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteFront brake pads worn to limit (advise replacement)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe corroded(advise replacement)
    • NoteRear crossmember starting to corrode

  25. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    141639519162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. FailMileage not read1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    462634519181
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFREE PLAY IN BOTH FRONT HUB ASSEMBLIES

  27. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    121920738025
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  28. Pass42,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    42,977 miles
    Test number
    574098456224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail42,977 miles (+4,006)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,977 miles
    Test number
    941503246226
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

  30. Pass38,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    38,971 miles
    Test number
    311268355239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S54 MRM

Does S54 MRM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S54 MRM is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S54 MRM?
The MOT on S54 MRM is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S54 MRM done?
S54 MRM was recorded at 73,831 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2022, an average of 2,087 miles a year.
Has S54 MRM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S54 MRM has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2022.
Has the mileage on S54 MRM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 13 May 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S54 MRM find?
S54 MRM passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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