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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

S729 NJBMOT history

S729 NJB is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Feb 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 251,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

S729 NJB red 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 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
251,938 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,502 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S729 NJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S729 NJB was last recorded at 251,938 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 2,687 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
249,251 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,687 miles
Average per year
6,502 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 251,938 miles
  • 2024 – 249,251 miles
  • 2023 – 246,762 miles
  • 2022 – 241,457 miles
  • 2021 – 230,084 miles
  • 2019 – 218,263 miles
  • 2018 – 208,294 miles
  • 2017 – 197,490 miles
  • 2016 – 185,495 miles
  • 2015 – 180,138 miles
  • 2014 – 179,985 miles
  • 2013 – 178,407 miles
  • 2012 – 173,385 miles
  • 2011 – 166,771 miles
  • 2010 – 161,797 miles
  • 2009 – 156,238 miles
  • 2008 – 147,123 miles
  • 2007 – 134,903 miles
  • 2006 – 124,400 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass251,938 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass251,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    251,938 miles
    Test number
    464711569999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail251,938 miles (+2,687)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,938 miles
    Test number
    540033340404
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass249,251 miles (+2,489)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    249,251 miles
    Test number
    550954313867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass246,762 miles (+5,305)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    246,762 miles
    Test number
    347504481297
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Brake surface corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Brake surface corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass241,457 miles (+11,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    241,457 miles
    Test number
    535297684292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass230,084 miles (+11,821)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    230,084 miles
    Test number
    328680804115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass218,263 miles (+9,969)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    218,263 miles
    Test number
    941944214398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass208,294 miles (+10,804)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    208,294 miles
    Test number
    671818399882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass197,490 miles (+11,995)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    197,490 miles
    Test number
    475261884377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass185,495 miles (+5,357)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    185,495 miles
    Test number
    473016809026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass180,138 miles (+153)2 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    180,138 miles
    Test number
    845746995128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust system heavilly corroded
    • NoteGeneral vehicle condition poor
    • NoteN/s/f wheel bearing worn to limit
    • NoteO/s/f hub oil seal leaking
    • NoteOil leak from engine
    • NoteRear chassis cross member heavilly corroded and in poor condition
    • NoteSlight diesel leak from engine
    • NoteSlight oil leak from gearbox
    • NoteWiper blades starting to split

  12. Pass179,985 miles (+1,578)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    179,985 miles
    Test number
    566751684114
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear chassis crossmember heavily corroded

  13. Pass178,407 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    178,407 miles
    Test number
    507268473114
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront disc pads low
    • NoteFuel filter housing heavily corroded
    • NoteRear chassis crossmember heavily corroded
    • NoteRear disc facings corroded
    • NoteSlight play n/s front wheel bearing

  14. Fail178,407 miles (+5,022)4 dangerous1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,407 miles
    Test number
    238148973131
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront disc pads low
    • NoteFuel filter housing heavily corroded
    • NoteRear chassis crossmember heavily corroded
    • NoteRear disc facings corroded
    • NoteSlight play n/s front wheel bearing

  15. Pass173,385 miles (+6,614)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    173,385 miles
    Test number
    548320282141
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear crossmember heavily corroded

  16. Pass166,771 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    166,771 miles
    Test number
    389421081130
    • NoteBrake pedal pad starting to split
    • NoteFront discs heavily worn
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteRear chassis crossmember heavily corroded
    • NoteSlight fuel leak on engine
    • NoteSlight play n/s front wheel bearing
    • NoteSpare wheel mounting insecure

  17. Fail166,771 miles (+4,974)3 failures8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,771 miles
    Test number
    187321581116
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • NoteBrake pedal pad starting to split
    • NoteFront discs heavily worn
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteO/s and n/s wiper blades starting to split
    • NoteRear chassis crossmember heavily corroded
    • NoteSlight fuel leak on engine
    • NoteSlight play n/s front wheel bearing
    • NoteSpare wheel mounting insecure

  18. Pass161,797 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    161,797 miles
    Test number
    140103150182
    • NoteBrake pedal pad in poor condition
    • NoteFront discs worn and in poor condition
    • NoteN/s rear brake pads worn to limit
    • NoteN/s wiper blade starting to split
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear inner wheel arches corroded
    • NoteSlight play n/s front wheel bearing

  19. Fail161,797 miles (+5,559)1 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,797 miles
    Test number
    931853350197
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBrake pedal pad in poor condition
    • NoteFront discs worn and in poor condition
    • NoteN/s rear brake pads worn to limit
    • NoteN/s wiper blade starting to split
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear inner wheel arches corroded
    • NoteSlight play n/s front wheel bearing

  20. Pass156,238 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    156,238 miles
    Test number
    272629519425
    • NoteN/s side light dim
    • NoteN/s wiperblade in poor condition
    • NoteRear disc pads low

  21. Fail156,238 miles (+9,115)3 dangerous2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,238 miles
    Test number
    464838019102
    • DangerousCentre Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • DangerousIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • DangerousSteering component deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteN/s side light dim
    • NoteN/s wiperblade in poor condition
    • NoteRear disc pads low

  22. Pass147,123 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    147,123 miles
    Test number
    924537988067
    • NoteN/s wiper blade starting to split
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  23. Fail147,123 miles (+12,220)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,123 miles
    Test number
    940617988028
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteN/s wiper blade starting to split
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  24. Fail134,903 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,903 miles
    Test number
    211927787059
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteRear centre seatbelt web starting to fray. †Brake pedal pad starting to split

  25. Pass134,903 miles (+10,503)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    134,903 miles
    Test number
    452527887097
    • NoteRear centre seatbelt web starting to fray. †Brake pedal pad starting to split

  26. Pass124,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    124,400 miles
    Test number
    182194186451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail124,400 miles3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,400 miles
    Test number
    133033086014
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDroparm balljoint worn to limit
    • NoteFront disc pads low
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn to limit inner edge

Questions about S729 NJB

Does S729 NJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S729 NJB is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S729 NJB?
The MOT on S729 NJB is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S729 NJB done?
S729 NJB was recorded at 251,938 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 6,502 miles a year.
Has S729 NJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S729 NJB has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S729 NJB 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 S729 NJB find?
S729 NJB passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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