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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S776 CJKMOT history

S776 CJK is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 13 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 103,639 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

S776 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
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
103,639 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,765 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S776 CJK
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
13 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S776 CJK was last recorded at 103,639 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 1,191 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Jan 2017: 90,742 miles, lower than 99,086 miles on 4 Feb 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
102,448 miles · 4 May 2022
Between the last two tests
1,191 miles
Average per year
1,765 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,639 miles
  • 2022 – 102,448 miles
  • 2020 – 102,222 miles
  • 2019 – 100,803 miles
  • 2018 – 100,475 miles
  • 2017 – 90,742 miles
  • 2016 – 99,086 miles
  • 2015 – 98,055 miles
  • 2014 – 95,220 miles
  • 2013 – 93,128 miles
  • 2012 – 85,923 miles
  • 2011 – 83,782 miles
  • 2010 – 81,013 miles
  • 2009 – 78,478 miles
  • 2008 – 76,643 miles
  • 2007 – 71,772 miles
  • 2006 – 67,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,639 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront axel swivel joint has a minor oil leak.

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,639 miles (+1,191)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    103,639 miles
    Test number
    491517750821
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront axel swivel joint has a minor oil leak.

  2. Pass102,448 miles (+226)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    102,448 miles
    Test number
    115803170116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass102,222 miles (+1,419)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    102,222 miles
    Test number
    939847913847
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass100,803 miles (+328)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    100,803 miles
    Test number
    675324499162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass100,475 miles (+9,733)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    100,475 miles
    Test number
    612947356267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,742 miles (-8,344)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    90,742 miles
    Test number
    685010313979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass99,086 miles (+1,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    99,086 miles
    Test number
    948188358686
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe holed

  8. Pass98,055 miles (+2,835)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    98,055 miles
    Test number
    668178425045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  9. Pass95,220 miles (+2,092)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    95,220 miles
    Test number
    256617034039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front rubber bush on steering damper slightly worn

  10. Pass93,128 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    93,128 miles
    Test number
    105151913020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front tyre has slight cracking

  11. Fail93,124 miles (+7,201)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,124 miles
    Test number
    429451913093
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front tyre has slight cracking

  12. Pass85,923 miles (+2,141)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    85,923 miles
    Test number
    836292512075
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight leak from nearside front tractor joint

  13. Pass83,782 miles (+2,769)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    83,782 miles
    Test number
    995065821001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteDamage to front screen not in swept area
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper bush

  14. Pass81,013 miles (+2,535)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    81,013 miles
    Test number
    741931920017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,478 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    78,478 miles
    Test number
    164563519060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,475 miles (+1,832)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,475 miles
    Test number
    310069809077
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Fail76,643 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,643 miles
    Test number
    124076338086
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)
    • NoteSlight play in both rear wheel bearings

  18. Pass76,643 miles (+4,871)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    76,643 miles
    Test number
    640876438002
    • NoteSlight play in both rear wheel bearings

  19. Pass71,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    71,772 miles
    Test number
    313413407051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail71,772 miles (+3,979)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,772 miles
    Test number
    642103407030
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear pads look low

  21. Pass67,793 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    67,793 miles
    Test number
    703870346011
    • NoteAdvise frt brake pads very low!! play at rear hub bearings

Questions about S776 CJK

Does S776 CJK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S776 CJK is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S776 CJK?
The MOT on S776 CJK is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S776 CJK done?
S776 CJK was recorded at 103,639 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 1,765 miles a year.
Has S776 CJK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S776 CJK has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2013.
Has the mileage on S776 CJK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Jan 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S776 CJK find?
S776 CJK passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive; oil leak, but not excessive transmission, and 1 more.

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