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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

S5 DGPMOT history

S5 DGP is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 20 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 89,283 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

S5 DGP 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 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
89,283 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,291 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 DGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 DGP was last recorded at 89,283 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,229 miles · 25 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
3,291 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,283 miles
  • 2025 – 88,723 miles
  • 2024 – 88,010 miles
  • 2023 – 87,703 miles
  • 2022 – 86,039 miles
  • 2021 – 84,135 miles
  • 2020 – 83,447 miles
  • 2019 – 81,620 miles
  • 2018 – 79,553 miles
  • 2017 – 76,923 miles
  • 2016 – 73,674 miles
  • 2015 – 69,618 miles
  • 2014 – 63,610 miles
  • 2013 – 57,933 miles
  • 2012 – 52,372 miles
  • 2011 – 46,733 miles
  • 2010 – 41,076 miles
  • 2009 – 35,456 miles
  • 2007 – 30,969 miles
  • 2006 – 28,221 miles
  • 2005 – 20,901 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,283 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and weak at rear joint
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Various locations

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Central Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced x member corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Outer hub oil seal leaking but not contaminating brakes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,283 miles (+54)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    89,283 miles
    Test number
    999345219609
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and weak at rear joint
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail89,229 miles (+506)3 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,229 miles
    Test number
    701931022377
    • DangerousNearside Rear Body insecure to the extent that stability is seriously impaired Body to chassis supports corroded (6.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Body insecure to the extent that stability is seriously impaired Body to chassis supports corroded (6.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension springs, arms, shocks corroding - front & rear
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Centre silencer support corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront axle swivel joints leaking grease - nearside & offside
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking - front wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass88,723 miles (+713)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    88,723 miles
    Test number
    929280598042
    • AdvisoryFront Nearside & offside swivel joints leaking grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various locations (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking / perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside condition of all suspension / braking components slight corrosion

  4. Pass88,010 miles (+307)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    88,010 miles
    Test number
    219390219512
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside front swivel joints leaking grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various locations (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has slight corrosion to all brake & suspension components

  5. Pass87,703 miles (+1,664)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    87,703 miles
    Test number
    537788016089
    • AdvisoryAll tyres damaged, perished/cracked
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Body fixing missing, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front axle swivel joint grease seal leaking but not contaminating brakes
    • AdvisoryOffside front axle swivel joint grease seal leaking but not contaminating brakes
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass86,039 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    86,039 miles
    Test number
    695365583703
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced x member corroded but not seriously weakened (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer hub oil seal leaking but not contaminating brakes
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer hub oil seal leaking but nit contaminating the brakes
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail86,018 miles (+1,883)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,018 miles
    Test number
    374404578213
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced x member corroded but not seriously weakened (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer hub oil seal leaking but not contaminating brakes
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer hub oil seal leaking but nit contaminating the brakes
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass84,135 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    84,135 miles
    Test number
    440672188859
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle swivel joint grease seal leaking but not contaminating brakes
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in offside front axle swivel joint

  9. Fail84,131 miles (+684)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,131 miles
    Test number
    902779973979
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle swivel joint grease seal leaking but not contaminating brakes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi to calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi to calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in offside front axle swivel joint

  10. Pass83,447 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    83,447 miles
    Test number
    329568798623
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail83,447 miles (+1,827)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,447 miles
    Test number
    526347163614
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass81,620 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    81,620 miles
    Test number
    889365631083
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  13. Fail81,614 miles (+2,061)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,614 miles
    Test number
    646576152068
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  14. Pass79,553 miles (+245)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    79,553 miles
    Test number
    664844302029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,308 miles (+2,385)2 dangerous2 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,308 miles
    Test number
    193851801738
    • DangerousOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings all chalked areas (6.1.B.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureFront passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chalked area (6.1.B.2)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high Both sides (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded Both sides lower coils (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryUnderneath vehicle is heavily undersealed

  16. Pass76,923 miles (+3,249)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    76,923 miles
    Test number
    229579011387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,674 miles (+4,056)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    73,674 miles
    Test number
    880467309641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,618 miles (+6,008)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    69,618 miles
    Test number
    816428905076
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated

  19. Pass63,610 miles (+5,677)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    63,610 miles
    Test number
    629495214066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,933 miles (+5,561)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    57,933 miles
    Test number
    467866313026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,372 miles (+5,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    52,372 miles
    Test number
    848239212036
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Fail46,733 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,733 miles
    Test number
    508332511017
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass46,733 miles (+5,657)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    46,733 miles
    Test number
    945262711052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,076 miles (+5,620)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    41,076 miles
    Test number
    804778810081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    35,456 miles
    Test number
    654461829096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail35,456 miles (+4,487)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,456 miles
    Test number
    330950629092
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  27. Pass30,969 miles (+2,748)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    30,969 miles
    Test number
    682140347337
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass28,221 miles (+7,320)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    28,221 miles
    Test number
    192900246302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass20,901 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    20,901 miles
    Test number
    310842435365
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S5 DGP

Does S5 DGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 DGP is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 DGP?
The MOT on S5 DGP is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 DGP done?
S5 DGP was recorded at 89,283 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 3,291 miles a year.
Has S5 DGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 DGP has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 DGP 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 S5 DGP find?
S5 DGP passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: coil spring corroded all four; exhaust corroded and weak at rear joint; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres.

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