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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S761 LSAMOT history

S761 LSA is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 136,299 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2024.

S761 LSA 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 14 Nov 2025
Mileage
136,299 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,993 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S761 LSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S761 LSA was last recorded at 136,299 miles on 15 Nov 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,299 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,993 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 136,299 miles
  • 2023 – 135,577 miles
  • 2020 – 135,416 miles
  • 2019 – 135,159 miles
  • 2018 – 134,542 miles
  • 2016 – 133,399 miles
  • 2015 – 132,180 miles
  • 2014 – 131,041 miles
  • 2013 – 122,011 miles
  • 2012 – 114,598 miles
  • 2011 – 106,494 miles
  • 2010 – 99,152 miles
  • 2009 – 90,659 miles
  • 2008 – 81,206 miles
  • 2007 – 75,981 miles
  • 2006 – 68,329 miles
  • 2005 – 60,814 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,299 miles
  • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Foremost (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All vehicle brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,299 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    136,299 miles
    Test number
    953584287715
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Foremost (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All vehicle brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail136,299 miles (+722)1 major1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,299 miles
    Test number
    212501790416
    • MajorFront Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Pitman arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Foremost (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All vehicle brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass135,577 miles (+161)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    135,577 miles
    Test number
    647508869580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass135,416 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    135,416 miles
    Test number
    199635974865
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  5. Fail135,416 miles (+257)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,416 miles
    Test number
    782193598336
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  6. Pass135,159 miles (+617)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    135,159 miles
    Test number
    419435597827
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass134,542 miles (+1,143)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    134,542 miles
    Test number
    764140278463
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion front bulkhead (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  8. Pass133,399 miles (+1,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    133,399 miles
    Test number
    891178445575
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  9. Pass132,180 miles (+1,139)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    132,180 miles
    Test number
    641288606773
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  10. Pass131,041 miles (+9,030)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    131,041 miles
    Test number
    118345944319
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass122,011 miles (+7,413)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    122,011 miles
    Test number
    999018833383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass114,598 miles (+8,104)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    114,598 miles
    Test number
    639956222310
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass106,494 miles (+7,342)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    106,494 miles
    Test number
    115828741308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass99,152 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    99,152 miles
    Test number
    440498340462
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail99,152 miles (+8,493)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,152 miles
    Test number
    890688340314
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass90,659 miles (+9,453)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    90,659 miles
    Test number
    680620559333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass81,206 miles8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    81,206 miles
    Test number
    532100238389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail81,206 miles (+5,225)1 failure8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,206 miles
    Test number
    453750738349
    • FailureRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass75,981 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    75,981 miles
    Test number
    134678647345
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  20. Fail75,981 miles (+7,652)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,981 miles
    Test number
    493587247324
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass68,329 miles (+7,515)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    68,329 miles
    Test number
    951874456313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    60,814 miles
    Test number
    103265255315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S761 LSA

Does S761 LSA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S761 LSA expired on 14 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S761 LSA?
The MOT on S761 LSA expired on 14 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S761 LSA done?
S761 LSA was recorded at 136,299 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2024, an average of 3,993 miles a year.
Has S761 LSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S761 LSA has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on S761 LSA 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 LSA find?
S761 LSA passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2024 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt foremost; offside drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all vehicle brake pipes corroded, and 3 more.

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