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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S788 TAOMOT history

S788 TAO is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 92,983 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

S788 TAO green 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 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
92,983 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,796 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S788 TAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S788 TAO was last recorded at 92,983 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 1,083 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,900 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,083 miles
Average per year
2,796 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,983 miles
  • 2025 – 91,900 miles
  • 2024 – 90,172 miles
  • 2023 – 88,698 miles
  • 2022 – 86,841 miles
  • 2021 – 85,449 miles
  • 2020 – 84,675 miles
  • 2019 – 82,938 miles
  • 2018 – 80,025 miles
  • 2017 – 78,014 miles
  • 2016 – 76,201 miles
  • 2015 – 73,811 miles
  • 2014 – 72,079 miles
  • 2013 – 67,226 miles
  • 2012 – 60,682 miles
  • 2010 – 50,389 miles
  • 2009 – 48,046 miles
  • 2008 – 44,483 miles
  • 2007 – 39,861 miles
  • 2006 – 36,085 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,983 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,983 miles (+1,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    92,983 miles
    Test number
    640318705884
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  2. Pass91,900 miles (+1,728)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    91,900 miles
    Test number
    495306438035
    • AdvisoryNearside Track Rod End Rubber Perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Track Rod End Rubber Perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,172 miles (+1,474)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    90,172 miles
    Test number
    561503844273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass88,698 miles (+1,857)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    88,698 miles
    Test number
    557442350407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass86,841 miles (+1,392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    86,841 miles
    Test number
    366765287310
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass85,449 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    85,449 miles
    Test number
    175421511849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail85,407 miles (+732)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,407 miles
    Test number
    967808427531
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component missing bump stop (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass84,675 miles (+1,737)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    84,675 miles
    Test number
    879813316866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,938 miles (+375)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    82,938 miles
    Test number
    526784249728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail82,563 miles (+2,538)3 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,563 miles
    Test number
    136940477845
    • DangerousFront Steering component modified such that the steering is adversely affected front steering damper has excess play in bush (2.1.3 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced os out rigger holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear chassis holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play slight play in front uj (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass80,025 miles (+2,011)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    80,025 miles
    Test number
    606304940109
    • AdvisoryFront Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

  12. Pass78,014 miles (+1,813)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    78,014 miles
    Test number
    797549527001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass76,201 miles (+2,390)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    76,201 miles
    Test number
    141653618968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,811 miles (+1,732)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    73,811 miles
    Test number
    207186115265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass72,079 miles (+4,853)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    72,079 miles
    Test number
    966796924219
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass67,226 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    67,226 miles
    Test number
    207613923467
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail67,226 miles (+6,544)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,226 miles
    Test number
    946582523158
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass60,682 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    60,682 miles
    Test number
    159390332166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    867083931140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

  20. FailMileage not read3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    269762731410
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Pass50,389 miles (+2,343)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2011
    Odometer
    50,389 miles
    Test number
    333639110168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

  22. Pass48,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    48,046 miles
    Test number
    294952039485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail48,038 miles (+3,555)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,038 miles
    Test number
    553332739154
    • FailureCentre Towbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Towbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)

  24. Pass44,483 miles (+4,622)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    44,483 miles
    Test number
    924983238185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass39,861 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    39,861 miles
    Test number
    461280037108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail39,849 miles (+3,764)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,849 miles
    Test number
    603699727186
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass36,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    36,085 miles
    Test number
    922006736124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S788 TAO

Does S788 TAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S788 TAO is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S788 TAO?
The MOT on S788 TAO is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S788 TAO done?
S788 TAO was recorded at 92,983 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 2,796 miles a year.
Has S788 TAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S788 TAO has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on S788 TAO 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 S788 TAO find?
S788 TAO passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively.

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