Land Rover logo

Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S62 TWEMOT history

S62 TWE is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 61,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

S62 TWE red 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 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
61,988 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
1,712 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for S62 TWE in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
S62 TWE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S62 TWE was last recorded at 61,988 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,987 miles · 17 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,712 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 61,988 miles
  • 2024 – 61,624 miles
  • 2023 – 61,010 miles
  • 2022 – 60,482 miles
  • 2021 – 60,004 miles
  • 2020 – 59,157 miles
  • 2019 – 58,488 miles
  • 2018 – 58,056 miles
  • 2017 – 57,529 miles
  • 2016 – 56,419 miles
  • 2015 – 55,363 miles
  • 2014 – 54,014 miles
  • 2013 – 51,880 miles
  • 2012 – 49,474 miles
  • 2011 – 47,150 miles
  • 2010 – 43,952 miles
  • 2009 – 40,994 miles
  • 2008 – 38,411 miles
  • 2007 – 35,329 miles
  • 2006 – 31,757 miles
  • 2005 – 27,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,988 miles
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower shocker bush not sat correctlyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySpare tyre defectiveRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

36 tests since 1 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,988 miles (+1)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    61,988 miles
    Test number
    857472380545
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower shocker bush not sat correctly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  2. Fail61,987 miles (+363)9 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,987 miles
    Test number
    127164266823
    • MajorNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower shocker bush not sat correctly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  3. Pass61,624 miles (+5)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    61,624 miles
    Test number
    397718134915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail61,619 miles (+609)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,619 miles
    Test number
    834293988345
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass61,010 miles (+24)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    61,010 miles
    Test number
    287658314772
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded

  6. Fail60,986 miles (+11)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,986 miles
    Test number
    116018689912
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) steering damper bush excessively worn (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded

  7. Fail60,975 miles (+493)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,975 miles
    Test number
    685621015361
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass60,482 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    60,482 miles
    Test number
    322234438461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail60,477 miles (+473)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,477 miles
    Test number
    144860266740
    • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass60,004 miles (+847)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    60,004 miles
    Test number
    348049554408
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view drivers side (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads on 1,5mm limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass59,157 miles (+669)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    59,157 miles
    Test number
    547122564330
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake close to end of travel

  12. Pass58,488 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    58,488 miles
    Test number
    632779303806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail58,481 miles (+425)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,481 miles
    Test number
    195638030962
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn front and rear joints (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top and bottom bushes (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top and bottom bushes (5.3.2 (c))

  14. Pass58,056 miles (+527)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    58,056 miles
    Test number
    529296335462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody - muddy

  15. Pass57,529 miles (+1,110)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    57,529 miles
    Test number
    761727375140
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass56,419 miles (+1,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    56,419 miles
    Test number
    730608124177
    • AdvisoryFront drive shaft coupling is slightly worn front propshaft u/j's (2.5.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass55,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    55,363 miles
    Test number
    338967588599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,363 miles (+1,349)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,363 miles
    Test number
    605504777421
    • DangerousNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass54,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    54,014 miles
    Test number
    597181314371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,014 miles (+2,134)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,014 miles
    Test number
    239671214382
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass51,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    51,880 miles
    Test number
    437520513365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail51,880 miles (+2,406)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,880 miles
    Test number
    988920113324
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Pass49,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    49,474 miles
    Test number
    449012512318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail49,474 miles (+2,324)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,474 miles
    Test number
    105752312347
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  25. Pass47,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    47,150 miles
    Test number
    658176101324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail47,150 miles (+3,198)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,150 miles
    Test number
    656796001323
    • DangerousBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  27. Pass43,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    43,952 miles
    Test number
    682343610339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail43,952 miles (+2,958)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,952 miles
    Test number
    492453310463
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass40,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    40,994 miles
    Test number
    880136019376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail40,994 miles (+2,583)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,994 miles
    Test number
    504636119319
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  31. Pass38,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    38,411 miles
    Test number
    110829418398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail38,411 miles (+3,082)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,411 miles
    Test number
    683799418359
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  33. Pass35,329 miles (+3,572)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    35,329 miles
    Test number
    614668517374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass31,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    31,757 miles
    Test number
    924530106327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail31,757 miles (+4,089)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,757 miles
    Test number
    860980206344
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  36. Pass27,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    27,668 miles
    Test number
    154645905320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S62 TWE

Does S62 TWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S62 TWE is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S62 TWE?
The MOT on S62 TWE is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S62 TWE done?
S62 TWE was recorded at 61,988 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 1,712 miles a year.
Has S62 TWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S62 TWE has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S62 TWE 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 S62 TWE find?
S62 TWE passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: steering box leaking oil; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear lower shocker bush not sat correctly, and 5 more.

Related registrations

Browse all S62 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.