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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

S80 SBXMOT history

S80 SBX is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 27 MOT tests, with 138,582 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

S80 SBX silver 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 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
138,582 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
22 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S80 SBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S80 SBX was last recorded at 138,582 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 989 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,593 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
989 miles
Average per year
5,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,582 miles
  • 2025 – 137,593 miles
  • 2024 – 136,466 miles
  • 2023 – 135,080 miles
  • 2022 – 133,350 miles
  • 2021 – 131,081 miles
  • 2020 – 129,054 miles
  • 2019 – 125,724 miles
  • 2018 – 117,739 miles
  • 2017 – 108,963 miles
  • 2016 – 102,089 miles
  • 2015 – 96,432 miles
  • 2014 – 92,176 miles
  • 2013 – 87,658 miles
  • 2012 – 81,711 miles
  • 2011 – 70,546 miles
  • 2010 – 62,850 miles
  • 2009 – 53,702 miles
  • 2008 – 45,126 miles
  • 2007 – 37,359 miles
  • 2006 – 30,216 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,582 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Coil spring corroded all 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,582 miles (+989)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    138,582 miles
    Test number
    898337614302
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass137,593 miles (+1,127)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    137,593 miles
    Test number
    902776848111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass136,466 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    136,466 miles
    Test number
    828851858490
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security x member (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail136,464 miles (+1,384)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,464 miles
    Test number
    117707624038
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security x member (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass135,080 miles (+1,730)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    135,080 miles
    Test number
    761499936758
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  6. Pass133,350 miles (+2,269)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    133,350 miles
    Test number
    812888969294
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass131,081 miles (+2,027)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    131,081 miles
    Test number
    520896312107
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass129,054 miles (+3,330)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    129,054 miles
    Test number
    984703463132
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass125,724 miles (+7,985)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    125,724 miles
    Test number
    738577806694
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front brake discs
    • AdvisoryExhaust mount adrift
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f wheel bearing
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear shock absorber bushes
    • AdvisoryVarious slightly corroded brake pipes

  10. Pass117,739 miles (+8,776)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    117,739 miles
    Test number
    444579591051
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass108,963 miles (+6,874)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    108,963 miles
    Test number
    981247126800
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Various. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted.
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened Both front. (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  12. Pass102,089 miles (+5,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    102,089 miles
    Test number
    766507839168
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened both (5.2.2a)

  13. Pass96,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    96,432 miles
    Test number
    556381819279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail96,432 miles (+4,256)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,432 miles
    Test number
    201903637427
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass92,176 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    92,176 miles
    Test number
    127048824336
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail92,176 miles (+4,518)2 dangerous3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,176 miles
    Test number
    469104024394
    • DangerousBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass87,658 miles (+5,947)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    87,658 miles
    Test number
    466610713400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass81,711 miles (+3,199)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    81,711 miles
    Test number
    196994022329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    78,512 miles
    Test number
    157113042145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail78,512 miles (+7,966)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,512 miles
    Test number
    969122742121
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass70,546 miles (+7,696)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    70,546 miles
    Test number
    126389731196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass62,850 miles (+9,148)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    62,850 miles
    Test number
    494918840140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  23. Pass53,702 miles (+8,576)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    53,702 miles
    Test number
    182701149140
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  24. Pass45,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    45,126 miles
    Test number
    122018148197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail45,126 miles (+7,767)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,126 miles
    Test number
    164148548124
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass37,359 miles (+7,143)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    37,359 miles
    Test number
    271719747128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    30,216 miles
    Test number
    430143856187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S80 SBX

Does S80 SBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S80 SBX is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S80 SBX?
The MOT on S80 SBX is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S80 SBX done?
S80 SBX was recorded at 138,582 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 5,344 miles a year.
Has S80 SBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S80 SBX has failed 5 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S80 SBX 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 S80 SBX find?
S80 SBX passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear.

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