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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S735 DDLMOT history

S735 DDL is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 165,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

S735 DDL 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 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
165,085 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,933 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S735 DDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S735 DDL was last recorded at 165,085 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 1,201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,884 miles · 11 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,201 miles
Average per year
2,933 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,085 miles
  • 2025 – 163,884 miles
  • 2024 – 162,394 miles
  • 2023 – 160,783 miles
  • 2022 – 159,069 miles
  • 2021 – 157,553 miles
  • 2020 – 155,011 miles
  • 2019 – 150,199 miles
  • 2018 – 146,630 miles
  • 2017 – 143,640 miles
  • 2016 – 140,046 miles
  • 2015 – 136,555 miles
  • 2014 – 132,863 miles
  • 2013 – 130,085 miles
  • 2012 – 127,848 miles
  • 2011 – 124,979 miles
  • 2010 – 122,687 miles
  • 2009 – 119,221 miles
  • 2008 – 115,430 miles
  • 2007 – 111,322 miles
  • 2006 – 106,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,085 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Rear most (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Steering box balljoint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,085 miles (+1,201)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    165,085 miles
    Test number
    889548189040
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Rear most (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Steering box balljoint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass163,884 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    163,884 miles
    Test number
    841554251023
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail163,884 miles (+1,490)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,884 miles
    Test number
    736936767000
    • Repaired at testFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass162,394 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    162,394 miles
    Test number
    876266401046
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Welded repairs to bulkhead
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail162,394 miles (+1,611)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,394 miles
    Test number
    113390232990
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Welded repairs to bulkhead
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass160,783 miles (+1,714)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    160,783 miles
    Test number
    716178989910
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust poor condition
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs to bulk head

  7. Pass159,069 miles (+1,516)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    159,069 miles
    Test number
    392253293822
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front hub seal weeping
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass157,553 miles (+2,542)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    157,553 miles
    Test number
    527400889407
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs to underside

  9. Pass155,011 miles (+4,812)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    155,011 miles
    Test number
    389638700491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass150,199 miles (+3,569)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    150,199 miles
    Test number
    274987995167
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered in mud
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs to chassis

  11. Pass146,630 miles (+2,990)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    146,630 miles
    Test number
    958968885635
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2 (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security x2 out rigger tubes (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  12. Pass143,640 miles (+3,594)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    143,640 miles
    Test number
    966775364740
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs to rear

  13. Pass140,046 miles (+3,491)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    140,046 miles
    Test number
    671436063099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass136,555 miles (+3,692)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    136,555 miles
    Test number
    585841985157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass132,863 miles (+2,778)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    132,863 miles
    Test number
    405934184172
    • NoteRear brake discs in poor condition
    • NoteRear crossmember corroded

  16. Pass130,085 miles (+2,237)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    130,085 miles
    Test number
    157765483129
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear crossmember corroded
    • NoteWelding repairs to rear crossmember

  17. Pass127,848 miles (+2,869)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    127,848 miles
    Test number
    357406782112
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside/nearside headlight reflectors deteriorating
    • NoteWelding repairs carried out to rear cross member

  18. Pass124,979 miles (+2,292)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    124,979 miles
    Test number
    339237181179
    • NoteRear brake discs in poor condition
    • NoteWelding repairs carried out to rear crossmember

  19. Pass122,687 miles (+3,466)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    122,687 miles
    Test number
    392262670227
    • NoteOffside/nearside front brake discs wearing
    • NoteWelding repairs carried out to rear

  20. Pass119,221 miles (+3,791)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    119,221 miles
    Test number
    553994479225
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  21. Pass115,430 miles (+4,108)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    115,430 miles
    Test number
    111266778214
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass111,322 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    111,322 miles
    Test number
    384346577205
    • NoteSlight play rear shocker bushes /slight play drop arm to drag link /

  23. Fail111,322 miles (+5,274)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,322 miles
    Test number
    370196877271
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • NoteSlight play rear shocker bushes /slight play drop arm to drag link /

  24. Pass106,048 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    106,048 miles
    Test number
    290021756273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail106,047 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,047 miles
    Test number
    524430856216
    • FailureNearside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Questions about S735 DDL

Does S735 DDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S735 DDL is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S735 DDL?
The MOT on S735 DDL is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S735 DDL done?
S735 DDL was recorded at 165,085 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 2,933 miles a year.
Has S735 DDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S735 DDL has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S735 DDL 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 S735 DDL find?
S735 DDL passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear most; offside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box balljoint; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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