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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S728 AONMOT history

S728 AON is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 8 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 105,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

S728 AON white 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 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
105,545 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,595 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S728 AON
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
8 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S728 AON was last recorded at 105,545 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,545 miles · 9 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,595 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,545 miles
  • 2025 – 103,746 miles
  • 2024 – 101,302 miles
  • 2023 – 101,267 miles
  • 2022 – 98,568 miles
  • 2021 – 96,913 miles
  • 2020 – 95,220 miles
  • 2019 – 93,160 miles
  • 2018 – 91,386 miles
  • 2017 – 89,649 miles
  • 2016 – 87,715 miles
  • 2015 – 82,970 miles
  • 2014 – 76,861 miles
  • 2013 – 71,424 miles
  • 2012 – 64,159 miles
  • 2011 – 57,248 miles
  • 2010 – 49,759 miles
  • 2009 – 42,647 miles
  • 2008 – 38,212 miles
  • 2006 – 35,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,545 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,545 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    105,545 miles
    Test number
    600661985423
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail105,545 miles (+1,799)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,545 miles
    Test number
    588811206153
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass103,746 miles (+2,444)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    103,746 miles
    Test number
    672553844020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass101,302 miles (+35)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    101,302 miles
    Test number
    236062731989
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail101,267 miles (+2,699)1 dangerous7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,267 miles
    Test number
    947404071136
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability A frame (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened A frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength radius arm, outer chassis face (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm, outer and inner chassis face (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSpare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis face (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis face (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass98,568 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    98,568 miles
    Test number
    969266684400
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious slight corrosion

  7. Fail98,568 miles (+1,655)8 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,568 miles
    Test number
    907418070596
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced forward suspension mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning damaged (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious slight corrosion

  8. Pass96,913 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    96,913 miles
    Test number
    840699954125
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion

  9. Fail96,913 miles (+1,693)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,913 miles
    Test number
    217101505093
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rearmost (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion

  10. Pass95,220 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,220 miles
    Test number
    497395998803
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious slight coirrosion

  11. Fail95,220 miles (+2,060)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,220 miles
    Test number
    735981760099
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious slight coirrosion

  12. Pass93,160 miles (+1,774)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,160 miles
    Test number
    816126458355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass91,386 miles (+1,737)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    91,386 miles
    Test number
    161472855803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,649 miles (+1,934)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    89,649 miles
    Test number
    634873273340
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass87,715 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    87,715 miles
    Test number
    366184496199
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail87,703 miles (+4,733)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,703 miles
    Test number
    596151961751
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' wiper parks on screen (8.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' wiper parks on screen (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass82,970 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    82,970 miles
    Test number
    910391124093
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail82,955 miles (+6,094)14 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,955 miles
    Test number
    109731525115
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureSteering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass76,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    76,861 miles
    Test number
    435028504380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail76,861 miles (+5,437)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,861 miles
    Test number
    815367304351
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass71,424 miles (+7,265)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    71,424 miles
    Test number
    778561013341
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has slight damage to sidewall

  22. Pass64,159 miles (+6,911)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    64,159 miles
    Test number
    728153202347
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass57,248 miles (+7,489)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    57,248 miles
    Test number
    529378691288
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass49,759 miles (+7,112)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    49,759 miles
    Test number
    660022890247
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass42,647 miles (+4,435)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    42,647 miles
    Test number
    192837709323
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass38,212 miles (+2,740)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    38,212 miles
    Test number
    684574968122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass35,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    35,472 miles
    Test number
    951912906200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S728 AON

Does S728 AON currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S728 AON is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S728 AON?
The MOT on S728 AON is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S728 AON done?
S728 AON was recorded at 105,545 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 3,595 miles a year.
Has S728 AON ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S728 AON has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S728 AON 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 S728 AON find?
S728 AON passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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