
Land Rover Defender
Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc
S5 OPRMOT history
S5 OPR is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 147,129 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 7 May 2027
- Mileage
- 147,129 mi
- At MOT on 8 May 2026
- MOT tests
- 33
- 19 passed · 14 failed
- Per year
- 3,306 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S5 OPR
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Defender
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,495 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 1 Aug 1998
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 7 May 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 8 May 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
S5 OPR was last recorded at 147,129 miles on 8 May 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 147,112 miles · 28 Apr 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 17 miles
- Average per year
- 3,306 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 147,129 miles
- 2025 – 145,012 miles
- 2024 – 142,785 miles
- 2023 – 141,096 miles
- 2022 – 139,022 miles
- 2021 – 136,682 miles
- 2020 – 134,720 miles
- 2019 – 132,226 miles
- 2018 – 129,873 miles
- 2017 – 127,017 miles
- 2016 – 123,684 miles
- 2015 – 118,364 miles
- 2014 – 111,829 miles
- 2013 – 102,230 miles
- 2012 – 95,236 miles
- 2010 – 94,744 miles
- 2009 – 92,616 miles
- 2008 – 91,703 miles
- 2006 – 82,944 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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 Wheel bearing has slight play
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (caliper)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Nearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Full MOT history
33 tests since 8 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass147,129 miles (+17)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 May 2027
- Odometer
- 147,129 miles
- Test number
- 450133277150
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail147,112 miles (+2,100)1 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 147,112 miles
- Test number
- 337376138443
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass145,012 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 May 2026
- Odometer
- 145,012 miles
- Test number
- 267517576385
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened lower spring plate corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened lower spring plate corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis near anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail145,011 miles (+2,226)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 145,011 miles
- Test number
- 419374919089
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened lower spring plate corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened lower spring plate corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis near anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass142,785 miles (+39)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 May 2025
- Odometer
- 142,785 miles
- Test number
- 375902654829
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHand brake travel high but working fine
- AdvisoryUnder body corrosion
Fail142,746 miles (+1,650)5 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,746 miles
- Test number
- 938382374023
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member supporting A arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member supporting A arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorProp shaft securing bolt loose rear prop on to drum bolts (6.1.7 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear cross member heavy corrosion
Pass141,096 miles (+2,074)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 141,096 miles
- Test number
- 112985411314
- MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt pit man arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside side step rotten
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront bumper rotten
- AdvisoryRear chassis heavy corrosion
Pass139,022 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 139,022 miles
- Test number
- 880260025683
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront bumper corroded
- AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
- AdvisoryHand brake travel high
- AdvisoryRadiator Finns missing
- AdvisoryRear cross member o/s outer, inside edge very corroded
Fail139,022 miles (+2,340)1 repaired6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 139,022 miles
- Test number
- 325043379316
- Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront bumper corroded
- AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
- AdvisoryHand brake travel high
- AdvisoryRadiator Finns missing
- AdvisoryRear cross member o/s outer, inside edge very corroded
Pass136,682 miles2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 136,682 miles
- Test number
- 105399271766
- MinorOffside Front Lower Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm cover boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Swivel but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers belt lower (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Swivel but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail136,682 miles (+1,962)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,682 miles
- Test number
- 400238407215
- Repaired at testCentral Rear Inner Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Lower Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm cover boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Swivel but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers belt lower (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Swivel but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass134,720 miles (+8)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2021
- Odometer
- 134,720 miles
- Test number
- 420678854211
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (caliper) (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (caliper) (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Fail134,712 miles (+27)8 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 134,712 miles
- Test number
- 460460621995
- MajorCentral Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A-Frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (hub seal) (1.1.13 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor (1.1.21 (e) (i))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (caliper) (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (caliper) (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Fail134,685 miles (+2,459)3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 134,685 miles
- Test number
- 932973113516
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near shocker mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorTyre fouling a part of the vehicle both front wheels fouling suspension. (5.2.3 (f))
- AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Pass132,226 miles (+2,353)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 132,226 miles
- Test number
- 293302542518
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass129,873 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 129,873 miles
- Test number
- 197682535206
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Fail129,873 miles (+2,856)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 129,873 miles
- Test number
- 813764905623
- FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass127,017 miles (+3,333)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 127,017 miles
- Test number
- 922554383188
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass123,684 miles (+5,320)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 123,684 miles
- Test number
- 489569636965
- AdvisoryCentre Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Pass118,364 miles (+6,535)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jan 2016
- Odometer
- 118,364 miles
- Test number
- 956203015054
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Pass111,829 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jan 2015
- Odometer
- 111,829 miles
- Test number
- 445938114041
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Fail111,829 miles (+9,599)6 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 111,829 miles
- Test number
- 786477514078
- FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
- FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Pass102,230 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jan 2014
- Odometer
- 102,230 miles
- Test number
- 105882023443
- NoteOil leak
Fail102,230 miles (+6,994)2 failures2 repaired5 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,230 miles
- Test number
- 715778513006
- FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
- FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
- AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- NoteOil leak
Pass95,236 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jan 2013
- Odometer
- 95,236 miles
- Test number
- 876914322028
- NoteFuel solenoid wire insecure
Fail95,236 miles (+492)6 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,236 miles
- Test number
- 297532822024
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- NoteFuel solenoid wire insecure
Pass94,744 miles
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2011
- Odometer
- 94,744 miles
- Test number
- 941390040307
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail94,744 miles (+2,128)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,744 miles
- Test number
- 653329530372
- FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
- FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteSlight play in steering box lower arm
Pass92,616 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Aug 2010
- Odometer
- 92,616 miles
- Test number
- 310426429447
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail92,616 miles (+913)3 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 92,616 miles
- Test number
- 373683329233
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
- FailureNearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
- NoteFront number plate cracked
- NoteOffside front wheel bearing slight play
Pass91,703 miles (+8,759)5 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 91,703 miles
- Test number
- 490873208078
- AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- NoteOil leak
Pass82,944 miles
- MOT expiry
- 7 Dec 2007
- Odometer
- 82,944 miles
- Test number
- 290462846362
No defects or advisories recorded.
FailMileage not read2 failures4 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 704032446301
- FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
- FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteNearside centre row seatbelt webbing slightly frayed
- NoteOffside front outer tyre sidewall cut
Questions about S5 OPR
- Does S5 OPR currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 OPR is valid until 7 May 2027.
- When is the MOT due on S5 OPR?
- The MOT on S5 OPR is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has S5 OPR done?
- S5 OPR was recorded at 147,129 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 3,306 miles a year.
- Has S5 OPR ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S5 OPR has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2026.
- Has the mileage on S5 OPR 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 OPR find?
- S5 OPR passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.
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