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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S768 FAFMOT history

S768 FAF is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 11 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 207,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

S768 FAF blue 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 20 May 2027
Mileage
207,400 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,237 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S768 FAF
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
11 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S768 FAF was last recorded at 207,400 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,397 miles · 28 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,237 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 207,400 miles
  • 2025 – 205,701 miles
  • 2024 – 203,357 miles
  • 2023 – 200,857 miles
  • 2022 – 197,526 miles
  • 2021 – 193,910 miles
  • 2020 – 190,412 miles
  • 2019 – 187,984 miles
  • 2018 – 183,081 miles
  • 2017 – 177,352 miles
  • 2016 – 170,282 miles
  • 2015 – 164,175 miles
  • 2014 – 157,115 miles
  • 2013 – 148,889 miles
  • 2012 – 142,645 miles
  • 2011 – 134,707 miles
  • 2010 – 127,670 miles
  • 2009 – 119,909 miles
  • 2008 – 112,524 miles
  • 2007 – 105,487 miles
  • 2006 – 104,112 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,400 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH REARS

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH REARS (LOWER)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass207,400 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    207,400 miles
    Test number
    906775208987
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail207,397 miles (+1,696)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,397 miles
    Test number
    319687124450
    • MajorIntermediate drop arm insecure pitman arm (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass205,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    205,701 miles
    Test number
    503010765793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail205,701 miles (+2,344)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,701 miles
    Test number
    208526189304
    • DangerousSteering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass203,357 miles (+23)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2025
    Odometer
    203,357 miles
    Test number
    112021156771
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH REARS (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH REARS (LOWER) (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Fail203,334 miles (+2,477)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,334 miles
    Test number
    451858100813
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FRONT AND REAR (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt DROP LINK(STEERING BOX) (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH REARS (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1/2 NOT WORKING (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH REARS (LOWER) (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass200,857 miles (+3,331)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2024
    Odometer
    200,857 miles
    Test number
    939791408082
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT PIPE (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play BOX DROP ARM (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass197,526 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    197,526 miles
    Test number
    867375872690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail197,449 miles (+3,539)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,449 miles
    Test number
    221210665560
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass193,910 miles (+3,498)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    193,910 miles
    Test number
    211115185825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass190,412 miles (+2,428)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    190,412 miles
    Test number
    115847115216
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass187,984 miles (+4,903)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    187,984 miles
    Test number
    848365302308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass183,081 miles (+5,729)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    183,081 miles
    Test number
    467793439206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass177,352 miles (+7,070)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    177,352 miles
    Test number
    204882286529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass170,282 miles (+6,107)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    170,282 miles
    Test number
    164414458180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass164,175 miles (+7,060)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    164,175 miles
    Test number
    208578835446
    • NoteTyres cracking in tread path

  17. Pass157,115 miles (+8,226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    157,115 miles
    Test number
    546239624191
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass148,889 miles (+6,244)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    148,889 miles
    Test number
    265668633410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass142,645 miles (+7,938)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    142,645 miles
    Test number
    228327442172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass134,707 miles (+7,037)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    134,707 miles
    Test number
    775031041134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass127,670 miles (+7,761)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    127,670 miles
    Test number
    722942640121
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass119,909 miles (+7,385)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    119,909 miles
    Test number
    993569049132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass112,524 miles (+7,037)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    112,524 miles
    Test number
    442078338135
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass105,487 miles (+1,375)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    105,487 miles
    Test number
    994119547188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass104,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    104,112 miles
    Test number
    211260326223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S768 FAF

Does S768 FAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S768 FAF is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S768 FAF?
The MOT on S768 FAF is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S768 FAF done?
S768 FAF was recorded at 207,400 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 5,237 miles a year.
Has S768 FAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S768 FAF has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S768 FAF 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 S768 FAF find?
S768 FAF passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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