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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S726 SLFMOT history

S726 SLF is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 194,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

S726 SLF green 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 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
194,129 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,471 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S726 SLF
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
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S726 SLF was last recorded at 194,129 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,125 miles · 12 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,471 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 194,129 miles
  • 2025 – 192,760 miles
  • 2024 – 191,078 miles
  • 2023 – 190,053 miles
  • 2022 – 189,342 miles
  • 2021 – 188,152 miles
  • 2020 – 184,674 miles
  • 2019 – 181,984 miles
  • 2018 – 179,991 miles
  • 2017 – 174,133 miles
  • 2016 – 163,585 miles
  • 2015 – 156,107 miles
  • 2014 – 141,933 miles
  • 2013 – 135,726 miles
  • 2012 – 131,150 miles
  • 2011 – 118,037 miles
  • 2010 – 106,012 miles
  • 2009 – 92,703 miles
  • 2008 – 76,880 miles
  • 2007 – 72,101 miles
  • 2006 – 66,422 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,129 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub seal leakingRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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 Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside front hub has a minor leak from hub seal

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Half shaft oil seal leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Steering damper bush missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

35 tests since 24 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,129 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    194,129 miles
    Test number
    401652296588
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail194,125 miles (+1,365)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,125 miles
    Test number
    185757652495
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass192,760 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    192,760 miles
    Test number
    140464512621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail192,747 miles (+1,669)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,747 miles
    Test number
    338776514372
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass191,078 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    191,078 miles
    Test number
    775852178817
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Axle stabilizer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Half shaft oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush missing

  6. Fail191,078 miles (+1,025)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,078 miles
    Test number
    577579596712
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Axle stabilizer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Half shaft oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush missing

  7. Pass190,053 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    190,053 miles
    Test number
    223355313351
    • AdvisoryRear "A" frame gaitor deteriorated

  8. Fail190,048 miles (+706)2 dangerous10 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,048 miles
    Test number
    742364932525
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner and outer chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm foremost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength central outer chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm foremost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt pitman gaitor (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Lower Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Lower Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear "A" frame gaitor deteriorated

  9. Pass189,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    189,342 miles
    Test number
    917237030378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail189,342 miles (+1,190)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,342 miles
    Test number
    934022111449
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

  11. Pass188,152 miles (+3,478)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    188,152 miles
    Test number
    407856412397
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass184,674 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    184,674 miles
    Test number
    780854572987
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front hub has a minor leak from hub seal
    • AdvisoryOffside front steering idler dust cover split

  13. Fail184,674 miles (+2,690)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,674 miles
    Test number
    683230559416
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front hub has a minor leak from hub seal
    • AdvisoryOffside front steering idler dust cover split

  14. Pass181,984 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    181,984 miles
    Test number
    616338417865
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront steering damper rubber bush slightly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside front hub has a minor leak from hub seal
    • AdvisoryOffside front hub has a minor leak from hub seal
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar D bushes have slight play

  15. Fail181,984 miles (+1,993)5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,984 miles
    Test number
    524113864437
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger x2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront steering damper rubber bush slightly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside front hub has a minor leak from hub seal
    • AdvisoryOffside front hub has a minor leak from hub seal
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar D bushes have slight play

  16. Pass179,991 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    179,991 miles
    Test number
    137426481547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail179,990 miles (+5,857)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,990 miles
    Test number
    587491409728
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  18. Pass174,133 miles (+10,548)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    174,133 miles
    Test number
    268938905125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass163,585 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    163,585 miles
    Test number
    904496511234
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Fail163,567 miles (+7,460)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,567 miles
    Test number
    654844437098
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass156,107 miles (+14,174)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    156,107 miles
    Test number
    778738005216
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNSF hub swivell seal leaking
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering damper ball joint dust cover split

  22. Pass141,933 miles (+6,207)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    141,933 miles
    Test number
    786199714260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  23. Pass135,726 miles (+15)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    135,726 miles
    Test number
    688035573243
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteRear cross member starting to rust

  24. Fail135,711 miles (+4,561)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,711 miles
    Test number
    376561363211
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteRear cross member starting to rust

  25. Pass131,150 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    131,150 miles
    Test number
    958568952227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail131,148 miles (+13,111)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,148 miles
    Test number
    229417952214
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  27. Pass118,037 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    118,037 miles
    Test number
    299935841200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteRear chassis corroded slightly

  28. Fail118,037 miles (+12,025)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,037 miles
    Test number
    647243341224
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteRear chassis corroded slightly

  29. Pass106,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    106,012 miles
    Test number
    404116440286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail106,005 miles (+13,302)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,005 miles
    Test number
    272796640223
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering damper end bush

  31. Pass92,703 miles (+15,823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    92,703 miles
    Test number
    272693859216
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass76,880 miles (+4,779)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    76,880 miles
    Test number
    841039858239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  33. Pass72,101 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    72,101 miles
    Test number
    331079497281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail72,067 miles (+5,645)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,067 miles
    Test number
    471256297210
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  35. Pass66,422 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    66,422 miles
    Test number
    593218126384
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about S726 SLF

Does S726 SLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S726 SLF is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S726 SLF?
The MOT on S726 SLF is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S726 SLF done?
S726 SLF was recorded at 194,129 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 6,471 miles a year.
Has S726 SLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S726 SLF has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S726 SLF 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 SLF find?
S726 SLF passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front hub seal leaking; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 1 more.

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