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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S726 HKOMOT history

S726 HKO is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 67,849 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

S726 HKO green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2026
Mileage
67,849 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,595 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S726 HKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
29 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S726 HKO was last recorded at 67,849 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 1,183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,666 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,183 miles
Average per year
1,595 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,849 miles
  • 2025 – 66,666 miles
  • 2024 – 65,771 miles
  • 2023 – 65,007 miles
  • 2022 – 63,695 miles
  • 2021 – 62,612 miles
  • 2020 – 61,779 miles
  • 2019 – 60,832 miles
  • 2018 – 59,687 miles
  • 2017 – 58,540 miles
  • 2016 – 57,271 miles
  • 2015 – 55,916 miles
  • 2013 – 53,431 miles
  • 2012 – 51,802 miles
  • 2011 – 49,598 miles
  • 2010 – 46,831 miles
  • 2009 – 44,015 miles
  • 2008 – 41,509 miles
  • 2007 – 39,334 miles
  • 2006 – 36,965 miles
  • 2005 – 34,470 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail67,849 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint 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 Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Steering damper bush worn
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Centre rear chassis slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail67,849 miles (+1,183)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,849 miles
    Test number
    639744317398
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint 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 Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper bush worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass66,666 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    66,666 miles
    Test number
    290811677636
    • AdvisoryNearside Centre rear chassis slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail66,663 miles (+892)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,663 miles
    Test number
    525706234772
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Centre rear chassis slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass65,771 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    65,771 miles
    Test number
    356232374052
    • AdvisoryNearside Centre rear chassis slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail65,769 miles (+762)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,769 miles
    Test number
    697416842984
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Centre rear chassis slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass65,007 miles (+1,312)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    65,007 miles
    Test number
    705165621609
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass63,695 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    63,695 miles
    Test number
    966962568607
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail63,693 miles (+1,081)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,693 miles
    Test number
    247519169749
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn Rear facing (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Nail in tyre Nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear facing (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass62,612 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    62,612 miles
    Test number
    112406936545
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Fail62,607 miles (+828)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,607 miles
    Test number
    554793068566
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass61,779 miles (+947)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    61,779 miles
    Test number
    773208072400
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass60,832 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    60,832 miles
    Test number
    576147396543
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  13. Fail60,827 miles (+1,140)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,827 miles
    Test number
    369455682684
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Advise replacement (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Advise replacement (5.3.2 (c))

  14. Pass59,687 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    59,687 miles
    Test number
    944540899264
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  15. Fail59,678 miles (+1,138)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,678 miles
    Test number
    276721668274
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  16. Pass58,540 miles (+1,269)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    58,540 miles
    Test number
    228515855234
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre(s) perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre(s) perished - Advise replacement

  17. Pass57,271 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    57,271 miles
    Test number
    840005731064
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail57,268 miles (+1,352)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,268 miles
    Test number
    812287459837
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass55,916 miles (+2,485)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    55,916 miles
    Test number
    242710410018
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  20. Pass53,431 miles (+1,629)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    53,431 miles
    Test number
    189643803381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,802 miles (+2,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    51,802 miles
    Test number
    657491612395
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  22. Fail49,598 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,598 miles
    Test number
    375995401357
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass49,598 miles (+2,767)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    49,598 miles
    Test number
    556915601356
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass46,831 miles (+2,816)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    46,831 miles
    Test number
    751289300333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  25. Pass44,015 miles (+2,506)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,015 miles
    Test number
    322767189498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,509 miles (+2,175)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    41,509 miles
    Test number
    803548408343
    • NoteOffside steering damper bush worn but not considered excessive

  27. Pass39,334 miles (+2,369)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    39,334 miles
    Test number
    731652717353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail36,965 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,965 miles
    Test number
    612370796218
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass36,965 miles (+2,495)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    36,965 miles
    Test number
    881010396260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass34,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    34,470 miles
    Test number
    331946685443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail34,470 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,470 miles
    Test number
    391826785296
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about S726 HKO

Does S726 HKO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S726 HKO expired on 24 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S726 HKO?
The MOT on S726 HKO expired on 24 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S726 HKO done?
S726 HKO was recorded at 67,849 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 1,595 miles a year.
Has S726 HKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S726 HKO has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S726 HKO 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 S726 HKO find?
S726 HKO failed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 4 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside front steering linkage ball joint has excessive play, and 5 more.

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