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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

S70 AWYMOT history

S70 AWY is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 115,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

S70 AWY black 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 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
115,394 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,990 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S70 AWY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S70 AWY was last recorded at 115,394 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 9,145 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,249 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
9,145 miles
Average per year
3,990 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,394 miles
  • 2025 – 106,249 miles
  • 2024 – 99,621 miles
  • 2023 – 97,968 miles
  • 2022 – 96,414 miles
  • 2021 – 93,363 miles
  • 2020 – 91,813 miles
  • 2019 – 90,129 miles
  • 2018 – 88,398 miles
  • 2017 – 84,082 miles
  • 2016 – 79,212 miles
  • 2015 – 73,300 miles
  • 2014 – 66,055 miles
  • 2013 – 60,655 miles
  • 2012 – 54,475 miles
  • 2011 – 51,470 miles
  • 2010 – 47,869 miles
  • 2009 – 44,973 miles
  • 2008 – 42,736 miles
  • 2007 – 39,541 miles
  • 2006 – 35,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,394 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel seal damp
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Both rear bump stops missingRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement chassis bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Chassis bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,394 miles (+9,145)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    115,394 miles
    Test number
    102447592305
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel seal damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass106,249 miles (+327)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    106,249 miles
    Test number
    143683175079
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement chassis bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Chassis bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear bump stops missing

  3. Fail105,922 miles (+6,301)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,922 miles
    Test number
    691885718397
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Center box to rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Center (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement chassis bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Chassis bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear bump stops missing

  4. Pass99,621 miles (+1,653)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    99,621 miles
    Test number
    918910907062
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner face rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tractor seal leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop missing

  5. Pass97,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    97,968 miles
    Test number
    707504084405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail97,968 miles (+1,554)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,968 miles
    Test number
    990087442793
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to the hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass96,414 miles (+3,051)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    96,414 miles
    Test number
    762330522349
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass93,363 miles (+1,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    93,363 miles
    Test number
    950041452822
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass91,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    91,813 miles
    Test number
    751693954621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail91,813 miles (+1,684)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,813 miles
    Test number
    422767886071
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass90,129 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,129 miles
    Test number
    673322344640
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring engine bay components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail90,129 miles (+1,731)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,129 miles
    Test number
    531953345574
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring engine bay components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass88,398 miles (+4,316)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    88,398 miles
    Test number
    610143479724
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass84,082 miles (+4,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,082 miles
    Test number
    141137146138
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper blade's deteriating .

  15. Pass79,212 miles (+5,912)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,212 miles
    Test number
    490037264645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,300 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    73,300 miles
    Test number
    875199315114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Fail73,300 miles (+7,245)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,300 miles
    Test number
    149779415168
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass66,055 miles (+5,400)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    66,055 miles
    Test number
    156138824150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,655 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    60,655 miles
    Test number
    539997723192
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Fail60,655 miles (+6,180)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,655 miles
    Test number
    958307523192
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass54,475 miles (+3,005)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    54,475 miles
    Test number
    455251322191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,470 miles (+3,601)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,470 miles
    Test number
    767530531126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,869 miles (+2,896)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2011
    Odometer
    47,869 miles
    Test number
    224609110115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,973 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    44,973 miles
    Test number
    951658919180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail44,972 miles (+2,236)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,972 miles
    Test number
    880277219192
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  26. Pass42,736 miles (+3,195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    42,736 miles
    Test number
    621689018186
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass39,541 miles (+4,304)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    39,541 miles
    Test number
    502340527176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,237 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    35,237 miles
    Test number
    120462626115
    • NoteRear numberplate poorly secured

Questions about S70 AWY

Does S70 AWY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S70 AWY is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S70 AWY?
The MOT on S70 AWY is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S70 AWY done?
S70 AWY was recorded at 115,394 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 3,990 miles a year.
Has S70 AWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S70 AWY has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2025.
Has the mileage on S70 AWY 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 S70 AWY find?
S70 AWY passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; nearside front swivel seal damp; nearside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 2 more.

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