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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,494 cc

S772 HWLMOT history

S772 HWL is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 250,907 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

S772 HWL 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 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
250,907 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,467 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S772 HWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S772 HWL was last recorded at 250,907 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
250,906 miles · 1 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,467 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 250,907 miles
  • 2024 – 250,887 miles
  • 2023 – 250,747 miles
  • 2022 – 250,349 miles
  • 2020 – 248,551 miles
  • 2019 – 245,975 miles
  • 2018 – 245,815 miles
  • 2017 – 243,914 miles
  • 2016 – 242,854 miles
  • 2015 – 240,701 miles
  • 2014 – 237,541 miles
  • 2013 – 233,453 miles
  • 2012 – 227,735 miles
  • 2011 – 220,165 miles
  • 2010 – 201,126 miles
  • 2009 – 177,433 miles
  • 2008 – 153,212 miles
  • 2007 – 138,181 miles
  • 2006 – 123,397 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass250,907 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

33 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass250,907 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    250,907 miles
    Test number
    926228260546
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail250,906 miles (+19)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,906 miles
    Test number
    550514665687
    • DangerousFront Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass250,887 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    250,887 miles
    Test number
    793816011471
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail250,879 miles (+132)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,879 miles
    Test number
    618284128589
    • MajorFront Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorFront Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass250,747 miles (+39)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    250,747 miles
    Test number
    512313889741
    • MinorFront Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt DROP ARM (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  6. Fail250,708 miles (+359)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,708 miles
    Test number
    149441443459
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively prop shaft front one (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear chassis corroded but not excessive around bump stop area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear chassis to centre crossmember bracket corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis corroded but not excessive around bump stop area
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively crossmember (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops missing
    • AdvisorySteering drop arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated
  7. Pass250,349 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    250,349 miles
    Test number
    125776239657
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  8. Fail250,342 miles (+16)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,342 miles
    Test number
    805506425377
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  9. Fail250,326 miles (+1,775)7 major1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,326 miles
    Test number
    567861830091
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt at drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play at drop end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt axle stablilizer (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear out rigger corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrag leak bent
  10. Pass248,551 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    248,551 miles
    Test number
    451254544361
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail248,551 miles (+2,576)2 dangerous1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,551 miles
    Test number
    401737571034
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass245,975 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    245,975 miles
    Test number
    679661689358
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Fail245,963 miles (+148)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,963 miles
    Test number
    654706809283
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Going into flex hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  14. Pass245,815 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    245,815 miles
    Test number
    207322730251
    • AdvisoryBoth fronts and nearside rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  15. Fail245,800 miles (+1,886)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,800 miles
    Test number
    754738831525
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth fronts and nearside rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  16. Pass243,914 miles (+6)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    243,914 miles
    Test number
    895120627518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  17. Fail243,908 miles (+1,054)3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,908 miles
    Test number
    801216504074
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  18. Pass242,854 miles (+2,153)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    242,854 miles
    Test number
    984209747239
    • AdvisoryBoth front and nearside rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low 1.5 liters added for test
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryGeneral rear under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear both sides (2.4.C.1b)
  19. Pass240,701 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    240,701 miles
    Test number
    351293623514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail240,674 miles (+3,133)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,674 miles
    Test number
    426321085852
    • FailureFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  21. Pass237,541 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    237,541 miles
    Test number
    716411164290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail237,540 miles (+4,087)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,540 miles
    Test number
    968169854299
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  23. Pass233,453 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    233,453 miles
    Test number
    339986573289
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
  24. Fail233,453 miles (+5,718)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,453 miles
    Test number
    636436473248
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
  25. Pass227,735 miles (+7,570)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    227,735 miles
    Test number
    347398742449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass220,165 miles (+19,039)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    220,165 miles
    Test number
    246750111476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass201,126 miles (+23,693)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    201,126 miles
    Test number
    451138590068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass177,433 miles (+24,221)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    177,433 miles
    Test number
    404647799066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail153,212 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,212 miles
    Test number
    223717258009
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  30. Pass153,212 miles (+15,031)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    153,212 miles
    Test number
    534757758001
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  31. Pass138,181 miles (+14,784)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    138,181 miles
    Test number
    164426407169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass123,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    123,397 miles
    Test number
    621475496088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail123,397 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,397 miles
    Test number
    571681196091
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Questions about S772 HWL

Does S772 HWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S772 HWL is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S772 HWL?
The MOT on S772 HWL is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S772 HWL done?
S772 HWL was recorded at 250,907 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 6,467 miles a year.
Has S772 HWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S772 HWL has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S772 HWL 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 S772 HWL find?
S772 HWL passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both.

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