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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,947 cc

S733 RCRMOT history

S733 RCR is a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 7 May 2026 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 42,880 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2025.

S733 RCR blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 May 2026
Mileage
42,880 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2025
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
536 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S733 RCR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,947 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 May 2026
Latest MOT test
8 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S733 RCR was last recorded at 42,880 miles on 8 May 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,880 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
536 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 42,880 miles
  • 2008 – 41,219 miles
  • 2006 – 34,757 miles
  • 2005 – 32,360 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,880 miles

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

18 tests since 22 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    42,880 miles
    Test number
    404819050151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail42,880 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,880 miles
    Test number
    399011723553
    • MajorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    636333255833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    319021805924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. FailMileage not read4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    160890437831
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    804803869925
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. FailMileage not read5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    460444936743
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    638176385061
    • NoteOdometer not working

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    485656454094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. FailMileage not read5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    159326754086
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

  11. PassMileage not read4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    758935962196
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteExhaust emissions very erratic--fails Basic Emissions Test, passed full CAT test
    • NoteFog lamp inoperative on trailer socket
    • NoteTrim above brake and throttle pedals drops down fouling pedals

  12. PassMileage not read1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    999440581151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NotePark-brake lever has long travel
    • NoteSound absorbing panel above pedal area drops down

  13. PassMileage not read6 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    483286200087
    • NoteBoth front seat belt webbings are marked
    • NoteBrake servo action feels a bit weak?
    • NoteOn initial walk round drivers door lock was jammed, managed to free off enough for test
    • NotePlay in steering box drop arm ball joint
    • NoteSound deadening panel above throttle and brake pedals is insecure
    • NoteSpeedo odometer display is not working

  14. FailMileage not read8 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    723906800016
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front seat belt webbings are marked
    • NoteBrake servo action feels a bit weak?
    • NoteOn initial walk round drivers door lock was jammed, managed to free off enough for test
    • NotePlay in steering box drop arm ball joint
    • NoteSound deadening panel above throttle and brake pedals is insecure
    • NoteSpeedo odometer display is not working

  15. Pass41,219 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    41,219 miles
    Test number
    694167758159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteDamp around steering box

  16. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    533369907296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,757 miles (+2,397)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    34,757 miles
    Test number
    862746856204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    32,360 miles
    Test number
    394695665412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S733 RCR

Does S733 RCR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S733 RCR expired on 7 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S733 RCR?
The MOT on S733 RCR expired on 7 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S733 RCR done?
S733 RCR was recorded at 42,880 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2025, an average of 536 miles a year.
Has S733 RCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S733 RCR has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2025.
Has the mileage on S733 RCR 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 S733 RCR find?
S733 RCR passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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