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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S79 BGTMOT history

S79 BGT is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 203,044 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

S79 BGT white 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 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
203,044 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S79 BGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S79 BGT was last recorded at 203,044 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 2,143 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,901 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,143 miles
Average per year
2,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 203,044 miles
  • 2025 – 200,901 miles
  • 2024 – 199,479 miles
  • 2023 – 197,882 miles
  • 2022 – 196,637 miles
  • 2021 – 195,294 miles
  • 2020 – 194,902 miles
  • 2019 – 193,843 miles
  • 2018 – 192,486 miles
  • 2017 – 189,648 miles
  • 2016 – 187,078 miles
  • 2015 – 184,205 miles
  • 2014 – 181,675 miles
  • 2013 – 178,866 miles
  • 2012 – 175,924 miles
  • 2011 – 172,995 miles
  • 2010 – 170,022 miles
  • 2009 – 166,076 miles
  • 2008 – 162,060 miles
  • 2007 – 157,818 miles
  • 2006 – 152,876 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,044 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySteering damper leaking oil

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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,044 miles (+2,143)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    203,044 miles
    Test number
    983338870766
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering damper leaking oil

  2. Pass200,901 miles (+1,422)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    200,901 miles
    Test number
    288705903518
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass199,479 miles (+1,597)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    199,479 miles
    Test number
    708275170096
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass197,882 miles (+1,245)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    197,882 miles
    Test number
    982315707040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass196,637 miles (+1,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    196,637 miles
    Test number
    249249178055
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass195,294 miles (+392)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    195,294 miles
    Test number
    904161505120
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass194,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    194,902 miles
    Test number
    339860652909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail194,902 miles (+1,059)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,902 miles
    Test number
    977763877384
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

  9. Pass193,843 miles (+1,357)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    193,843 miles
    Test number
    877896147993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass192,486 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    192,486 miles
    Test number
    804858542510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail192,478 miles (+2,830)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,478 miles
    Test number
    981585133474
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.6.6)

  12. Pass189,648 miles (+2,570)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    189,648 miles
    Test number
    342406222856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass187,078 miles (+2,873)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    187,078 miles
    Test number
    523008099798
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass184,205 miles (+2,530)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    184,205 miles
    Test number
    695209915024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass181,675 miles (+2,809)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    181,675 miles
    Test number
    356151724091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass178,866 miles (+2,942)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    178,866 miles
    Test number
    745877903019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass175,924 miles (+2,929)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    175,924 miles
    Test number
    789489802027
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass172,995 miles (+2,973)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    172,995 miles
    Test number
    995687911047
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass170,022 miles (+3,946)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    170,022 miles
    Test number
    121558410401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

  20. Pass166,076 miles (+4,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    166,076 miles
    Test number
    240362729069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass162,060 miles (+4,242)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    162,060 miles
    Test number
    790159508084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass157,818 miles (+4,942)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    157,818 miles
    Test number
    413838807084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Pass152,876 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    152,876 miles
    Test number
    253261436053
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber split

Questions about S79 BGT

Does S79 BGT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S79 BGT is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S79 BGT?
The MOT on S79 BGT is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S79 BGT done?
S79 BGT was recorded at 203,044 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 2,509 miles a year.
Has S79 BGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S79 BGT has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on S79 BGT 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 S79 BGT find?
S79 BGT passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; steering damper leaking oil.

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