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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S807 FVCMOT history

S807 FVC is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 43,504 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

S807 FVC 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 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
43,504 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,015 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S807 FVC
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
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S807 FVC was last recorded at 43,504 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 1,175 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,329 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,175 miles
Average per year
1,015 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 43,504 miles
  • 2024 – 42,329 miles
  • 2023 – 42,102 miles
  • 2022 – 41,740 miles
  • 2021 – 41,616 miles
  • 2020 – 41,271 miles
  • 2019 – 40,750 miles
  • 2018 – 40,040 miles
  • 2017 – 39,689 miles
  • 2016 – 38,338 miles
  • 2015 – 36,716 miles
  • 2014 – 35,214 miles
  • 2013 – 34,132 miles
  • 2012 – 33,051 miles
  • 2011 – 32,375 miles
  • 2010 – 30,555 miles
  • 2009 – 28,797 miles
  • 2008 – 27,548 miles
  • 2007 – 26,613 miles
  • 2006 – 24,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,504 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,504 miles (+1,175)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    43,504 miles
    Test number
    643605537656
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass42,329 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    42,329 miles
    Test number
    757012275495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front HUB SEAL LEAKING
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  3. Fail42,329 miles (+227)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,329 miles
    Test number
    411214399473
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal leaking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  4. Pass42,102 miles (+362)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    42,102 miles
    Test number
    926284183937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass41,740 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    41,740 miles
    Test number
    280679213570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail41,736 miles (+120)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,736 miles
    Test number
    427829847386
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • 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 cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Pass41,616 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    41,616 miles
    Test number
    461497159253
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  8. Fail41,614 miles (+343)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,614 miles
    Test number
    605482535703
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass41,271 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    41,271 miles
    Test number
    994614403435
    • AdvisoryInjector chuff.
  10. Fail41,271 miles (+521)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,271 miles
    Test number
    927774573333
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryInjector chuff.
  11. Pass40,750 miles (+710)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    40,750 miles
    Test number
    664327656571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,040 miles (+351)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    40,040 miles
    Test number
    436647495493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,689 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    39,689 miles
    Test number
    360124267779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail39,683 miles (+1,345)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,683 miles
    Test number
    883150128657
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering CROSS MEMBER (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
  15. Pass38,338 miles (+1,622)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    38,338 miles
    Test number
    246743772426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,716 miles (+1,502)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    36,716 miles
    Test number
    212158715424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,214 miles (+1,082)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    35,214 miles
    Test number
    585422904395
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass34,132 miles (+1,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    34,132 miles
    Test number
    138787873240
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  19. Pass33,051 miles (+676)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    33,051 miles
    Test number
    158475802390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,375 miles (+1,820)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    32,375 miles
    Test number
    779574601358
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOff side front ball joint boot split.
  21. Pass30,555 miles (+1,758)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    30,555 miles
    Test number
    713728690227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,797 miles (+1,249)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    28,797 miles
    Test number
    282669099267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    27,548 miles
    Test number
    552655108371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail27,543 miles (+930)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,543 miles
    Test number
    412735508368
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  25. Pass26,613 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    26,613 miles
    Test number
    930595507357
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  26. Fail26,606 miles (+2,379)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,606 miles
    Test number
    871404607313
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  27. Pass24,227 miles (+29)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    24,227 miles
    Test number
    493186206351
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCut in tread of n/s/r tyre but no sign of cords
    • NotePlay in drop arm/drag link join
  28. Fail24,198 miles2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,198 miles
    Test number
    490895806432
    • FailureNearside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteCut in tread of n/s/r tyre but no sign of cords
    • NotePlay in droparm/draglink join

Questions about S807 FVC

Does S807 FVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S807 FVC is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S807 FVC?
The MOT on S807 FVC is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S807 FVC done?
S807 FVC was recorded at 43,504 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 1,015 miles a year.
Has S807 FVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S807 FVC has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S807 FVC 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 S807 FVC find?
S807 FVC passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside windscreen wiper blade defective; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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