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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,947 cc

S796 SUHMOT history

S796 SUH is a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 89,204 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

S796 SUH 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 17 May 2027
Mileage
89,204 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S796 SUH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,947 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S796 SUH was last recorded at 89,204 miles on 18 May 2026, 131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,073 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
131 miles
Average per year
2,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,204 miles
  • 2025 – 89,073 miles
  • 2023 – 88,698 miles
  • 2021 – 87,521 miles
  • 2020 – 85,230 miles
  • 2019 – 83,840 miles
  • 2018 – 81,263 miles
  • 2015 – 76,050 miles
  • 2012 – 71,550 miles
  • 2011 – 61,864 miles
  • 2010 – 52,611 miles
  • 2009 – 40,062 miles
  • 2007 – 37,664 miles
  • 2006 – 34,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,204 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.

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

30 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,204 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    89,204 miles
    Test number
    748481125800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,073 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    89,073 miles
    Test number
    411534723248
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. FailMileage not read2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    987424927659
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryIndictor stalk washers horn controls insecure

  4. Pass88,698 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    88,698 miles
    Test number
    748156797732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail88,696 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,696 miles
    Test number
    108504195337
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear upper shock bushes worn

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    734868140560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. FailMileage not read1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    240170184317
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass87,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    87,521 miles
    Test number
    705684508072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail87,518 miles (+2,288)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,518 miles
    Test number
    366712348651
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))

  10. Pass85,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    85,230 miles
    Test number
    344735524753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail85,230 miles (+1,390)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,230 miles
    Test number
    986984920049
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass83,840 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    83,840 miles
    Test number
    472476868497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail83,823 miles (+2,560)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,823 miles
    Test number
    808682272867
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength anti roll bar support panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  14. Pass81,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    81,263 miles
    Test number
    998722540417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    311297617850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    278448818617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    800302218532
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil Leak

  18. Pass76,050 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    76,050 miles
    Test number
    749279725059
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  19. FailMileage not read2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    166046925456
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnable to read mileage

  20. PassMileage not read1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    198695434418
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  21. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    166058123026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. FailMileage not read2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    758188223020
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass71,550 miles (+9,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    71,550 miles
    Test number
    519054232056
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  24. Pass61,864 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    61,864 miles
    Test number
    117987621482
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOffside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper offside bush

  25. Fail61,864 miles (+9,253)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,864 miles
    Test number
    535227621089
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOffside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper offside bush

  26. Pass52,611 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    52,611 miles
    Test number
    774475230030
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight oil around steering box

  27. Fail52,611 miles (+12,549)3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,611 miles
    Test number
    892855930045
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight oil around steering box

  28. Pass40,062 miles (+2,398)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    40,062 miles
    Test number
    153838909000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass37,664 miles (+3,055)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    37,664 miles
    Test number
    750103577104
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Pass34,609 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,609 miles
    Test number
    624223676130
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about S796 SUH

Does S796 SUH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S796 SUH is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S796 SUH?
The MOT on S796 SUH is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S796 SUH done?
S796 SUH was recorded at 89,204 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 2,743 miles a year.
Has S796 SUH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S796 SUH has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S796 SUH 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 S796 SUH find?
S796 SUH passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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