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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S69 HCBMOT history

S69 HCB is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2025 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 152,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2024.

S69 HCB red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2025
Mileage
152,904 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2024
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,451 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S69 HCB
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
29 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2025
Latest MOT test
2 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S69 HCB was last recorded at 152,904 miles on 2 May 2024, 681 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,223 miles · 30 May 2023
Between the last two tests
681 miles
Average per year
3,451 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 152,904 miles
  • 2023 – 152,223 miles
  • 2019 – 151,080 miles
  • 2016 – 147,974 miles
  • 2015 – 142,763 miles
  • 2014 – 137,966 miles
  • 2013 – 132,902 miles
  • 2011 – 123,055 miles
  • 2010 – 114,888 miles
  • 2009 – 106,955 miles
  • 2008 – 102,404 miles
  • 2007 – 100,394 miles
  • 2006 – 89,684 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,904 miles

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.

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,904 miles (+681)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    152,904 miles
    Test number
    488022849863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass152,223 miles (+1,143)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    152,223 miles
    Test number
    778671755717
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis has general corrosion/surface corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass151,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,080 miles
    Test number
    894661148423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail151,080 miles (+3,106)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,080 miles
    Test number
    638364983145
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle RELEASE BUTTON MISSING (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass147,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    147,974 miles
    Test number
    556861498626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail147,974 miles (+5,211)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,974 miles
    Test number
    672382565855
    • FailureFuel system component leaking tank filler pipe (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSteering damper damaged and unserviceable bush excessively worn (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
  7. Pass142,763 miles (+4,797)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    142,763 miles
    Test number
    407673765126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail137,966 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,966 miles
    Test number
    238089544474
    • Repaired at testCentre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak from front diff
  9. Pass137,966 miles (+5,064)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    137,966 miles
    Test number
    287939744166
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak from front diff
  10. Pass132,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    132,902 miles
    Test number
    797001763114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail132,902 miles (+9,847)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,902 miles
    Test number
    736277153124
    • FailureRear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
  12. Pass123,055 miles (+8,167)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    123,055 miles
    Test number
    349595591002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSurface rust on rear brake discs
  13. Pass114,888 miles (+7,933)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    114,888 miles
    Test number
    770677370044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
  14. Pass106,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    106,955 miles
    Test number
    674497309164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail106,955 miles (+4,551)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,955 miles
    Test number
    200295709121
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteForward propshaft,front u/j has some play
    • NoteFront diff unit loose in axle housing
  16. Pass102,404 miles (+2,010)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    102,404 miles
    Test number
    584898708195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass100,394 miles (+10,710)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    100,394 miles
    Test number
    241035107050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass89,684 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    89,684 miles
    Test number
    360446606016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail89,673 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,673 miles
    Test number
    333955206064
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about S69 HCB

Does S69 HCB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S69 HCB expired on 29 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S69 HCB?
The MOT on S69 HCB expired on 29 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S69 HCB done?
S69 HCB was recorded at 152,904 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2024, an average of 3,451 miles a year.
Has S69 HCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S69 HCB has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2019.
Has the mileage on S69 HCB 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 S69 HCB find?
S69 HCB passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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