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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S798 RMBMOT history

S798 RMB is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 191,069 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

S798 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 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
191,069 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
5,757 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S798 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
21 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S798 RMB was last recorded at 191,069 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Dec 2018: 170,001 miles, lower than 170,959 miles on 27 Nov 2018.

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
191,064 miles · 26 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,757 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,069 miles
  • 2025 – 190,037 miles
  • 2024 – 188,406 miles
  • 2023 – 187,491 miles
  • 2022 – 186,269 miles
  • 2021 – 186,250 miles
  • 2020 – 181,787 miles
  • 2019 – 177,058 miles
  • 2018 – 170,001 miles
  • 2017 – 164,888 miles
  • 2016 – 156,171 miles
  • 2015 – 148,832 miles
  • 2014 – 140,572 miles
  • 2013 – 133,422 miles
  • 2012 – 127,086 miles
  • 2011 – 121,335 miles
  • 2010 – 117,976 miles
  • 2009 – 107,570 miles
  • 2008 – 99,814 miles
  • 2007 – 91,879 miles
  • 2006 – 83,138 miles
  • 2005 – 74,624 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,069 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)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod end (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt at track rod end (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

36 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,069 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    191,069 miles
    Test number
    805356409509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail191,064 miles (+1,027)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,064 miles
    Test number
    741492962857
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass190,037 miles (+1,631)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    190,037 miles
    Test number
    775326273848
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel long but not excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  4. Pass188,406 miles (+915)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    188,406 miles
    Test number
    781720775590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass187,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    187,491 miles
    Test number
    673049069231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail187,491 miles (+1,222)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,491 miles
    Test number
    806827394926
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass186,269 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    186,269 miles
    Test number
    811540829808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail186,250 miles (+4,463)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,250 miles
    Test number
    926855891672
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover missing steering box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass181,787 miles (+4,729)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    181,787 miles
    Test number
    345267762136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass177,058 miles (+7,057)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    177,058 miles
    Test number
    199003322902
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass170,001 miles (-958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    170,001 miles
    Test number
    575285066714
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  12. Fail170,959 miles (+6,071)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,959 miles
    Test number
    936210828711
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle drivers (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  13. Pass164,888 miles (+81)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    164,888 miles
    Test number
    575162194657
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail164,807 miles (+8,636)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,807 miles
    Test number
    343820683315
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage rear wing distorted (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage reversing lamp broken (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering column universal joint has excessive play at steering box (2.1.5)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel housing leaking oil

  15. Pass156,171 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    156,171 miles
    Test number
    588084639708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Fail156,154 miles (+46)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,154 miles
    Test number
    217240246491
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod end (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt at track rod end (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Fail156,108 miles (+7,276)12 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,108 miles
    Test number
    227976546910
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play at drag link (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) over 3 inches at wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod end (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt at track rod end (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass148,832 miles1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    148,832 miles
    Test number
    321896525405
    • DangerousRear rear uj
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  19. Fail148,832 miles (+8,260)1 dangerous4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,832 miles
    Test number
    682637594514
    • DangerousRear rear uj
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine car doesn't idle after hard rev (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  20. Pass140,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    140,572 miles
    Test number
    455136544454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail140,572 miles (+7,150)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,572 miles
    Test number
    889315244341
    • FailureBrake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

  22. Pass133,422 miles (+6,336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    133,422 miles
    Test number
    637314543394
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Pass127,086 miles (+15)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    127,086 miles
    Test number
    858076122328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail127,071 miles (+5,736)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,071 miles
    Test number
    448265822384
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass121,335 miles (+3,359)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    121,335 miles
    Test number
    586498241335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  26. Pass117,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    117,976 miles
    Test number
    114106220311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail114,976 miles (+7,406)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,976 miles
    Test number
    373196220393
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  28. Pass107,570 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    107,570 miles
    Test number
    293253829382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Fail107,570 miles (+7,756)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,570 miles
    Test number
    871430429370
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  30. Pass99,814 miles (+7,935)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    99,814 miles
    Test number
    134517238381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass91,879 miles (+468)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    91,879 miles
    Test number
    481611347407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  32. Fail91,411 miles (+8,273)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,411 miles
    Test number
    883179117337
    • FailureCentre Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  33. Pass83,138 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    83,138 miles
    Test number
    341279936352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  34. Fail83,138 miles (+8,514)2 dangerous5 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,138 miles
    Test number
    634143636392
    • DangerousAdvised tyres are below limit on edges
    • DangerousMovement in panhard rod bush
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront & rear brake pipe corrosion is just passable'

  35. Pass74,624 miles (+178)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    74,624 miles
    Test number
    553607745309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail74,446 miles7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,446 miles
    Test number
    180699135385
    • FailureFront Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExcess movement/steering damper bushes

Questions about S798 RMB

Does S798 RMB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S798 RMB is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S798 RMB?
The MOT on S798 RMB is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S798 RMB done?
S798 RMB was recorded at 191,069 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 5,757 miles a year.
Has S798 RMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S798 RMB has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S798 RMB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Dec 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S798 RMB find?
S798 RMB passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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