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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,947 cc

S761 CJKMOT history

S761 CJK is a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 92,055 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2025.

S761 CJK 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 24 Oct 2026
Mileage
92,055 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2024
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S761 CJK
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
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S761 CJK was last recorded at 92,055 miles on 12 Dec 2024, 727 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,328 miles · 6 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
727 miles
Average per year
2,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 92,055 miles
  • 2023 – 91,328 miles
  • 2022 – 90,853 miles
  • 2021 – 90,178 miles
  • 2020 – 89,172 miles
  • 2014 – 86,272 miles
  • 2011 – 67,371 miles
  • 2010 – 61,780 miles
  • 2009 – 58,197 miles
  • 2006 – 50,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

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.

  • Offside Rear Bump stop missing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Under side of vehicle heavily wax oiled

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Heavy under seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    521754154741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass92,055 miles (+727)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    92,055 miles
    Test number
    529336155379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass91,328 miles (+475)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    91,328 miles
    Test number
    419770727802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass90,853 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    90,853 miles
    Test number
    827924026037
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle heavily wax oiled
  5. Fail90,853 miles (+675)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,853 miles
    Test number
    470253007578
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle heavily wax oiled
  6. Pass90,178 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    90,178 miles
    Test number
    392733117439
    • AdvisoryHeavy under seal
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Fail90,178 miles (+1,006)8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,178 miles
    Test number
    585583222853
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on main beam Not staying on when operated by the switch (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis member under bumper (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Damper turret (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis member under bumper (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Damper turret (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy under seal
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Pass89,172 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    89,172 miles
    Test number
    789473068392
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  9. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    257058415054
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    527383805577
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front O/S/F Wheel bearing has slight play
  11. FailMileage not read1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    281645188344
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front O/S/F Wheel bearing has slight play
  12. PassMileage not read1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    808385885702
    • DangerousRear prop securing bolts loose at handbrake end
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play Drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear prop rear UJ worn
  13. PassMileage not read6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    866876625271
    • AdvisoryCentre Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake master cylinder damp (no signs of leak)
    • NoteWipers
  14. Pass86,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    86,272 miles
    Test number
    558980544271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    226252893155
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. FailMileage not read13 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    348960733113
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  17. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    585269972085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Pass67,371 miles (+5,591)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    67,371 miles
    Test number
    879078471018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Pass61,780 miles (+3,583)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    61,780 miles
    Test number
    202760990003
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  20. Pass58,197 miles (+7,237)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    58,197 miles
    Test number
    761118699020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    50,960 miles
    Test number
    861279046311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S761 CJK

Does S761 CJK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S761 CJK expired on 24 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S761 CJK?
The MOT on S761 CJK expired on 24 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S761 CJK done?
S761 CJK was recorded at 92,055 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2024, an average of 2,284 miles a year.
Has S761 CJK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S761 CJK has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on S761 CJK 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 S761 CJK find?
S761 CJK passed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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