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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S785 RMBMOT history

S785 RMB is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 170,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

S785 RMB 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 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
170,578 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S785 RMB
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
27 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S785 RMB was last recorded at 170,578 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 4,549 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,029 miles · 31 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,549 miles
Average per year
4,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 170,578 miles
  • 2024 – 166,029 miles
  • 2023 – 160,493 miles
  • 2022 – 154,856 miles
  • 2021 – 153,568 miles
  • 2020 – 152,762 miles
  • 2019 – 151,009 miles
  • 2018 – 147,835 miles
  • 2017 – 146,618 miles
  • 2016 – 145,563 miles
  • 2015 – 144,496 miles
  • 2014 – 136,649 miles
  • 2013 – 131,556 miles
  • 2012 – 124,874 miles
  • 2011 – 114,877 miles
  • 2010 – 103,892 miles
  • 2009 – 97,354 miles
  • 2008 – 96,245 miles
  • 2007 – 92,324 miles
  • 2006 – 77,937 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,578 miles

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.

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Front both front Swivel leaking oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

35 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,578 miles (+4,549)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    170,578 miles
    Test number
    900388647205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass166,029 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    166,029 miles
    Test number
    654370295100
    • AdvisoryFront both front Swivel leaking oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake back plate missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail166,005 miles (+5,512)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,005 miles
    Test number
    847170688108
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both side of cylinders (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring with an unsafe modification spring not fitted right at bottom (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp puts headlamps on as well (4.2.3 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorPosition lamp incorrect colour one is led white and yellow white (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both front Swivel leaking oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake back plate missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass160,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    160,493 miles
    Test number
    887066767339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail160,493 miles (+5,637)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,493 miles
    Test number
    379185963827
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass154,856 miles (+1,288)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    154,856 miles
    Test number
    723877041928
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass153,568 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    153,568 miles
    Test number
    596464282727
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Fail153,568 miles (+806)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,568 miles
    Test number
    233097984212
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass152,762 miles (+1,753)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    152,762 miles
    Test number
    513515387000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass151,009 miles (+3,174)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    151,009 miles
    Test number
    490067925503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass147,835 miles (+26)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    147,835 miles
    Test number
    215819331445
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering damper inner bush worn
  12. Fail147,809 miles (+1,191)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,809 miles
    Test number
    291231274627
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering damper inner bush worn
  13. Pass146,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    146,618 miles
    Test number
    823879655191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail146,618 miles (+1,055)13 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,618 miles
    Test number
    554668022680
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chasiss (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
  15. Pass145,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    145,563 miles
    Test number
    180269545037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail145,563 miles (+1,067)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,563 miles
    Test number
    403488824603
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  17. Pass144,496 miles (+2,751)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    144,496 miles
    Test number
    833724501638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass141,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    141,745 miles
    Test number
    966324945079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail141,745 miles (+5,096)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,745 miles
    Test number
    265563945090
    • FailureFront Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  20. Pass136,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    136,649 miles
    Test number
    138920854419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail136,649 miles (+5,093)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,649 miles
    Test number
    748586234098
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  22. Fail131,556 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,556 miles
    Test number
    265215893047
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  23. Pass131,556 miles (+6,682)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    131,556 miles
    Test number
    507075493064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  24. Pass124,874 miles (+71)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    124,874 miles
    Test number
    275156252096
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  25. Fail124,803 miles (+9,926)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,803 miles
    Test number
    837259442015
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteN/s & o/s rear bump stops damaged.
  26. Pass114,877 miles (+10,985)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    114,877 miles
    Test number
    966668041008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  27. Pass103,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    103,892 miles
    Test number
    194490060454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail103,892 miles (+6,538)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,892 miles
    Test number
    843830560012
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
  29. Pass97,354 miles (+1,109)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    97,354 miles
    Test number
    642952519113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteRear discs rusty due to vehicle standing
  30. Pass96,245 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    96,245 miles
    Test number
    621795458234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  31. Fail96,245 miles (+3,921)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,245 miles
    Test number
    630865958213
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  32. Pass92,324 miles8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    92,324 miles
    Test number
    384011067422
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak
  33. FailMileage not read7 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    150566157288
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureBrake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak
  34. Pass77,937 miles (+102)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    77,937 miles
    Test number
    111995496489
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront no plate damage
  35. Fail77,835 miles2 dangerous3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,835 miles
    Test number
    540267486059
    • DangerousOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSteering damper fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront no plate damaged

Questions about S785 RMB

Does S785 RMB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S785 RMB is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S785 RMB?
The MOT on S785 RMB is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S785 RMB done?
S785 RMB was recorded at 170,578 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 4,743 miles a year.
Has S785 RMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S785 RMB has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on S785 RMB 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 S785 RMB find?
S785 RMB passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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