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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

S744 AWPMOT history

S744 AWP is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 167,580 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

S744 AWP green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
167,580 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,264 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S744 AWP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S744 AWP was last recorded at 167,580 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Jan 2017: 161,392 miles, lower than 167,075 miles on 25 Jan 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
166,871 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
709 miles
Average per year
3,264 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,580 miles
  • 2025 – 166,871 miles
  • 2023 – 166,292 miles
  • 2022 – 165,479 miles
  • 2021 – 164,855 miles
  • 2020 – 164,570 miles
  • 2019 – 164,535 miles
  • 2018 – 162,964 miles
  • 2017 – 161,392 miles
  • 2016 – 167,075 miles
  • 2015 – 159,614 miles
  • 2014 – 157,705 miles
  • 2013 – 152,996 miles
  • 2012 – 145,728 miles
  • 2011 – 143,454 miles
  • 2010 – 137,458 miles
  • 2009 – 133,965 miles
  • 2008 – 126,016 miles
  • 2007 – 113,780 miles
  • 2006 – 104,625 miles
  • 2005 – 101,889 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,580 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front body mounting corroded, under passenger floor area.
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box. (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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 Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Rear bump stop missing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front floor rusty

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,580 miles (+709)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    167,580 miles
    Test number
    917093275395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front body mounting corroded, under passenger floor area.
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass166,871 miles (+579)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    166,871 miles
    Test number
    284447263121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perishing and cracking (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box and diff pinion. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass166,292 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    166,292 miles
    Test number
    530572906924
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear n/s and o/s suspension bump stops missing

  4. Fail166,291 miles (+812)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,291 miles
    Test number
    226239432881
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective temporary type cap fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear n/s and o/s suspension bump stops missing

  5. Pass165,479 miles (+624)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    165,479 miles
    Test number
    304670436636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear doors corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stops missing.
    • AdvisoryNsf bulkhead slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine.

  6. Pass164,855 miles (+285)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    164,855 miles
    Test number
    203072795966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bulk head rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass164,570 miles (+35)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    164,570 miles
    Test number
    779299519628
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor to inner wheel arch rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass164,535 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    164,535 miles
    Test number
    701856116939
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail164,535 miles (+1,571)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,535 miles
    Test number
    532282399890
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass162,964 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    162,964 miles
    Test number
    265638875992
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail162,964 miles (+820)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,964 miles
    Test number
    148869163633
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass162,144 miles (+752)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    162,144 miles
    Test number
    559537699280
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass161,392 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    161,392 miles
    Test number
    987064472250
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering arm both outer boots (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail161,392 miles (-5,683)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,392 miles
    Test number
    498117967387
    • FailureOffside obligatory indirect vision device insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering arm both outer boots (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass167,075 miles (+7,461)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    167,075 miles
    Test number
    333918297025
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk corroded but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisorySpare wheel mount deteriorated

  16. Pass159,614 miles (+1,909)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    159,614 miles
    Test number
    296914515084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteNear side front wiper blade deteriorated
    • NoteTransfer box oil leak

  17. Pass157,705 miles (+4,709)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    157,705 miles
    Test number
    518499524092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  18. Pass152,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    152,996 miles
    Test number
    176986583012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail152,996 miles (+7,268)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,996 miles
    Test number
    645946383037
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

  20. Pass145,728 miles (+2,274)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    145,728 miles
    Test number
    266451382038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBolt loose on rear propshaft front flange
    • NoteFront windscreen wiper linkage worn
    • NoteVehicle presented with rear inwards facing seats removed

  21. Pass143,454 miles2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    143,454 miles
    Test number
    755945001194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteExhaust smokey but passed
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion rear chassis rails, various steel pipes are showing rust
    • NoteOffside rear top of engine at fuel regulator area is very wet with oil?
    • NoteRear cross-member sounds soft in spots
    • NoteRear registration plate is delaminating and is partly obscured by ladder
    • NoteSteering box drop arm ball joint cover is insecure

  22. Fail143,454 miles (+5,996)3 repaired2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,454 miles
    Test number
    968375301192
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteExhaust smokey but passed
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion rear chassis rails, various steel pipes are showing rust
    • NoteOffside rear top of engine at fuel regulator area is very wet with oil?
    • NoteRear cross-member sounds soft in spots
    • NoteRear registration plate is delaminating and is partly obscured by ladder
    • NoteSteering box drop arm ball joint cover is insecure

  23. Pass137,458 miles (+3,493)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    137,458 miles
    Test number
    611254930153
    • NoteFront windscreen wiper spindles are very loose
    • NoteHigh level stop lamp inoperative
    • NoteOffside front and offside center row and nearside front seat belt webbings are marked

  24. Pass133,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    133,965 miles
    Test number
    544052609232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail133,965 miles (+7,949)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,965 miles
    Test number
    683520399191
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass126,016 miles (+12,236)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    126,016 miles
    Test number
    221819898110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail113,780 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,780 miles
    Test number
    294473497452
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

  28. Pass113,780 miles (+9,155)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    113,780 miles
    Test number
    512383297132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass104,625 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    104,625 miles
    Test number
    224298386428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail104,605 miles (+2,716)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,605 miles
    Test number
    464005286106
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass101,889 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    101,889 miles
    Test number
    592587745365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteMiddle propshaft slight movement joint

Questions about S744 AWP

Does S744 AWP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S744 AWP is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S744 AWP?
The MOT on S744 AWP is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S744 AWP done?
S744 AWP was recorded at 167,580 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 3,264 miles a year.
Has S744 AWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S744 AWP has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on S744 AWP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Jan 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S744 AWP find?
S744 AWP passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; nearside front body mounting corroded, under passenger floor area.; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 4 more.

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