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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S795 BLGMOT history

S795 BLG is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 6 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 91,508 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

S795 BLG 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 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
91,508 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S795 BLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
6 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S795 BLG was last recorded at 91,508 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,498 miles · 29 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
2,962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,508 miles
  • 2025 – 90,765 miles
  • 2024 – 90,042 miles
  • 2023 – 88,763 miles
  • 2022 – 88,083 miles
  • 2021 – 87,481 miles
  • 2020 – 86,902 miles
  • 2019 – 85,924 miles
  • 2018 – 84,715 miles
  • 2017 – 83,119 miles
  • 2016 – 82,186 miles
  • 2015 – 80,953 miles
  • 2014 – 77,276 miles
  • 2013 – 72,031 miles
  • 2012 – 65,063 miles
  • 2011 – 56,323 miles
  • 2010 – 48,003 miles
  • 2009 – 41,505 miles
  • 2008 – 38,331 miles
  • 2007 – 34,362 miles
  • 2006 – 30,230 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,508 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front light misting of oil from swivel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,508 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    91,508 miles
    Test number
    828326245639
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail91,498 miles (+733)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,498 miles
    Test number
    561604481654
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drag link end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass90,765 miles (+45)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    90,765 miles
    Test number
    904715055765
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front light misting of oil from swivel
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear door corroded, non structural
  4. Fail90,720 miles (+678)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,720 miles
    Test number
    536554627139
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A - frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Multiple ball joint covers split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Light misting of oil from swivel
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear corroded, non structural
  5. Pass90,042 miles (+1,279)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    90,042 miles
    Test number
    404715449235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,763 miles (+680)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    88,763 miles
    Test number
    821223498401
    • 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))
  7. Pass88,083 miles (+602)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    88,083 miles
    Test number
    546444034800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass87,481 miles (+579)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    87,481 miles
    Test number
    326734775046
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all - front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush slightly worn
  9. Pass86,902 miles (+978)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    86,902 miles
    Test number
    439741339360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,924 miles (+1,209)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,924 miles
    Test number
    265520105266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,715 miles (+1,596)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    84,715 miles
    Test number
    455324223899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,119 miles (+933)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    83,119 miles
    Test number
    651031634861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,186 miles (+1,233)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,186 miles
    Test number
    393066194557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,953 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    80,953 miles
    Test number
    955079745164
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Fail80,945 miles (+3,669)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,945 miles
    Test number
    948481635183
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass77,276 miles (+5,245)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    77,276 miles
    Test number
    886750584003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,031 miles (+6,968)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    72,031 miles
    Test number
    186891073089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,063 miles (+8,740)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    65,063 miles
    Test number
    818979172084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,323 miles (+8,320)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    56,323 miles
    Test number
    756805271049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,003 miles (+6,498)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    48,003 miles
    Test number
    150550760083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,505 miles (+3,174)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    41,505 miles
    Test number
    832884369067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,331 miles (+3,969)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    38,331 miles
    Test number
    570170558099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,362 miles (+4,132)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    34,362 miles
    Test number
    392651157036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    30,230 miles
    Test number
    974065536001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S795 BLG

Does S795 BLG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S795 BLG is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S795 BLG?
The MOT on S795 BLG is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S795 BLG done?
S795 BLG was recorded at 91,508 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 2,962 miles a year.
Has S795 BLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S795 BLG has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S795 BLG 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 S795 BLG find?
S795 BLG passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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