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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S71 CEEMOT history

S71 CEE is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 186,254 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

S71 CEE blue 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 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
186,254 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,838 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S71 CEE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S71 CEE was last recorded at 186,254 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 1,102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,152 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,102 miles
Average per year
5,838 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,254 miles
  • 2025 – 185,152 miles
  • 2024 – 183,528 miles
  • 2023 – 180,767 miles
  • 2022 – 180,037 miles
  • 2021 – 177,176 miles
  • 2020 – 173,399 miles
  • 2019 – 168,795 miles
  • 2018 – 164,457 miles
  • 2017 – 149,998 miles
  • 2016 – 136,106 miles
  • 2015 – 120,581 miles
  • 2014 – 112,750 miles
  • 2013 – 108,237 miles
  • 2012 – 101,336 miles
  • 2011 – 96,418 miles
  • 2010 – 91,293 miles
  • 2009 – 84,879 miles
  • 2008 – 79,810 miles
  • 2007 – 73,973 miles
  • 2006 – 67,281 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,254 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (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))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides very close to 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Corrosion underside

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,254 miles (+1,102)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    186,254 miles
    Test number
    234571749024
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (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))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides very close to 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass185,152 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    185,152 miles
    Test number
    762735929185
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  3. Fail185,152 miles (+1,624)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,152 miles
    Test number
    559757538585
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  4. Pass183,528 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    183,528 miles
    Test number
    207460838761
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail183,527 miles (+2,760)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,527 miles
    Test number
    757934936876
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass180,767 miles (+730)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    180,767 miles
    Test number
    283207824138
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass180,037 miles (+2,861)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    180,037 miles
    Test number
    941383401450
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Several (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin Wearing unevenly (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass177,176 miles (+73)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    177,176 miles
    Test number
    465345379664
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SEVERAL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCORROSION UNDERSIDE
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH SIDES (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail177,103 miles (+3,704)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,103 miles
    Test number
    438805791298
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SEVERAL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCORROSION UNDERSIDE
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH SIDES (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass173,399 miles (+69)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    173,399 miles
    Test number
    108366390222
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail173,330 miles (+4,535)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,330 miles
    Test number
    612850052481
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt At diff hanger (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass168,795 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    168,795 miles
    Test number
    123090803912
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated To diff hanger (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail168,795 miles (+4,338)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,795 miles
    Test number
    950846501316
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated To diff hanger (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass164,457 miles (+14,459)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    164,457 miles
    Test number
    625889430922
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded All four corners (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentral Seatbelt not inspected
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass149,998 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    149,998 miles
    Test number
    325596601968
    • AdvisoryCentral Seatbelt not tested as under seat
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to chassis
    • AdvisoryTyres perished

  16. Fail149,996 miles (+13,890)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,996 miles
    Test number
    776992345000
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play At steering box (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Seatbelt not tested as under seat
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to chassis
    • AdvisoryTyres perished

  17. Pass136,106 miles (+15,525)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    136,106 miles
    Test number
    857258603295
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished

  18. Pass120,581 miles (+37)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    120,581 miles
    Test number
    589507525187
    • NoteAll tyres perished
    • NoteDrivers wiper split
    • NoteO/s/f swivel hub slightly pitted
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s headlamp

  19. Fail120,544 miles (+7,794)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,544 miles
    Test number
    928786625119
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • NoteAll tyres perished
    • NoteDrivers wiper split
    • NoteO/s/f swivel hub slightly pitted
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s headlamp

  20. Pass112,750 miles (+4,513)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    112,750 miles
    Test number
    317186924166
    • NoteOIL LEAKS
    • NoteSlight damage to offside h/light lens

  21. Pass108,237 miles (+1)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    108,237 miles
    Test number
    916284713122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyre outer walls perished & cracked
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteOil leak from front diff pinion seal
    • NoteStone chip in offside headlamp lens

  22. Fail108,236 miles (+6,900)3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,236 miles
    Test number
    895543413167
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyre outer walls perished & cracked
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteOil leak from front diff pinion seal
    • NoteStone chip in offside headlamp lens

  23. Pass101,336 miles (+4,918)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    101,336 miles
    Test number
    988125672037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass96,418 miles (+5,125)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    96,418 miles
    Test number
    989681771088
    • NoteBrake pipes covered with grease

  25. Pass91,293 miles (+6,414)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    91,293 miles
    Test number
    220432470079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass84,879 miles (+5,069)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    84,879 miles
    Test number
    932599359042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass79,810 miles (+5,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    79,810 miles
    Test number
    531545978038
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  28. Pass73,973 miles (+6,692)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    73,973 miles
    Test number
    172129967466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass67,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    67,281 miles
    Test number
    683053876013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S71 CEE

Does S71 CEE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S71 CEE is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S71 CEE?
The MOT on S71 CEE is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S71 CEE done?
S71 CEE was recorded at 186,254 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 5,838 miles a year.
Has S71 CEE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S71 CEE has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on S71 CEE 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 S71 CEE find?
S71 CEE passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective both sides; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 3 more.

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