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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

S6 MNBMOT history

S6 MNB is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 86,054 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

S6 MNB black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
86,054 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 MNB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 MNB was last recorded at 86,054 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 3,762 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,292 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,762 miles
Average per year
3,597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,054 miles
  • 2025 – 82,292 miles
  • 2024 – 79,612 miles
  • 2023 – 77,400 miles
  • 2022 – 75,083 miles
  • 2021 – 71,289 miles
  • 2020 – 67,009 miles
  • 2019 – 61,939 miles
  • 2018 – 57,537 miles
  • 2017 – 53,515 miles
  • 2016 – 48,544 miles
  • 2015 – 45,225 miles
  • 2014 – 41,500 miles
  • 2013 – 38,857 miles
  • 2012 – 36,543 miles
  • 2011 – 33,907 miles
  • 2010 – 30,318 miles
  • 2009 – 26,926 miles
  • 2008 – 22,613 miles
  • 2007 – 17,753 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,054 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal pipe going to rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront bumper corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Both headlights deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Reversing light not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm ball joint

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,054 miles (+3,762)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    86,054 miles
    Test number
    676023370114
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal pipe going to rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper corroded

  2. Pass82,292 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    82,292 miles
    Test number
    407132852495
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper corroded

  3. Fail82,292 miles (+2,680)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,292 miles
    Test number
    121161464800
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper corroded

  4. Pass79,612 miles (+2,212)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    79,612 miles
    Test number
    890204184246
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box is damp

  5. Pass77,400 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    77,400 miles
    Test number
    968855993002
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail77,400 miles (+2,317)1 dangerous7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,400 miles
    Test number
    108724097905
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass75,083 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    75,083 miles
    Test number
    427986589080
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering shock absorber bush worn

  8. Fail75,083 miles (+3,794)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,083 miles
    Test number
    342462613843
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering shock absorber bush worn

  9. Pass71,289 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    71,289 miles
    Test number
    604644982117
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights deteriorated

  10. Fail71,289 miles (+4,280)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,289 miles
    Test number
    394866172873
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights deteriorated
    • AdvisoryReversing light not working

  11. Pass67,009 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,009 miles
    Test number
    519779330631
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights deteriorated
    • AdvisoryReversing light not working

  12. Fail67,009 miles (+5,070)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,009 miles
    Test number
    357627251905
    • MajorBrake pedal pivot has excessive wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights deteriorated
    • AdvisoryReversing light not working

  13. Pass61,939 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    61,939 miles
    Test number
    869486853517
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisorySteering box damp

  14. Fail61,939 miles (+4,402)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,939 miles
    Test number
    353660665176
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSpare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisorySteering box damp

  15. Pass57,537 miles (+4,022)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    57,537 miles
    Test number
    506784229852
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights deteriorated
    • AdvisoryMisting of oil on steering box
    • AdvisoryOffside front and both rear tyres perished

  16. Pass53,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    53,515 miles
    Test number
    816662345821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,515 miles (+4,971)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,515 miles
    Test number
    547331122460
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass48,544 miles (+3,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    48,544 miles
    Test number
    619408653965
    • AdvisoryRubber bush in steering damper worn

  19. Pass45,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    45,225 miles
    Test number
    875426525066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail45,225 miles (+3,725)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,225 miles
    Test number
    337726325042
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass41,500 miles (+2,643)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    41,500 miles
    Test number
    189552424013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,857 miles (+2,314)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    38,857 miles
    Test number
    758743523055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,543 miles (+2,636)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    36,543 miles
    Test number
    209471832084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,907 miles (+3,589)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    33,907 miles
    Test number
    566996721098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,318 miles (+3,392)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    30,318 miles
    Test number
    480377220098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    26,926 miles
    Test number
    134289329029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail26,926 miles (+4,313)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,926 miles
    Test number
    700499229028
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass22,613 miles (+4,860)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    22,613 miles
    Test number
    410231028083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass17,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    17,753 miles
    Test number
    152393327407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S6 MNB

Does S6 MNB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S6 MNB is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S6 MNB?
The MOT on S6 MNB is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S6 MNB done?
S6 MNB was recorded at 86,054 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 3,597 miles a year.
Has S6 MNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 MNB has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S6 MNB 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 S6 MNB find?
S6 MNB passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal pipe going to rear brake hose; steering box has seepage; front bumper corroded.

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