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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S82 DWWMOT history

S82 DWW is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 127,157 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

S82 DWW blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2026
Mileage
127,157 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,959 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S82 DWW
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 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S82 DWW was last recorded at 127,157 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 719 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,438 miles · 7 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
719 miles
Average per year
2,959 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,157 miles
  • 2025 – 126,438 miles
  • 2021 – 125,112 miles
  • 2020 – 122,501 miles
  • 2019 – 119,746 miles
  • 2018 – 115,340 miles
  • 2017 – 111,649 miles
  • 2016 – 108,007 miles
  • 2015 – 103,875 miles
  • 2014 – 99,450 miles
  • 2013 – 96,405 miles
  • 2012 – 92,252 miles
  • 2011 – 88,294 miles
  • 2010 – 83,908 miles
  • 2009 – 80,110 miles
  • 2008 – 75,730 miles
  • 2007 – 71,913 miles
  • 2006 – 67,933 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail127,157 miles
  • DangerousSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousSteering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings Offside steering tie rod end bush excessive play (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis rail corroded by steering dampener mount (2.1.2 (e) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Fouls suspension on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outrigger excessively corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Fouls suspension on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSteering arm deformed Main rear steering bar bent and out of shape (2.1.3 (c) (i))
  • MinorNearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
  • MinorOffside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryBoth front hub ball seals leaking
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc backing plate heavily corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryWelding at rear of chassis is poor but still affective

What MOT failures 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 Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail127,157 miles (+719)3 dangerous13 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,157 miles
    Test number
    597317627478
    • DangerousSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings Offside steering tie rod end bush excessive play (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis rail corroded by steering dampener mount (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Fouls suspension on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outrigger excessively corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Fouls suspension on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering arm deformed Main rear steering bar bent and out of shape (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front hub ball seals leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc backing plate heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWelding at rear of chassis is poor but still affective

  2. Pass126,438 miles (+1,326)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    126,438 miles
    Test number
    415677953506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass125,112 miles (+2,611)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    125,112 miles
    Test number
    168133576833
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  4. Pass122,501 miles (+2,755)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    122,501 miles
    Test number
    558472468447
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass119,746 miles (+72)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    119,746 miles
    Test number
    285983276626
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail119,674 miles (+4,334)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,674 miles
    Test number
    696170962974
    • DangerousFront Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass115,340 miles (+3,691)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    115,340 miles
    Test number
    810558498392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass111,649 miles (+3,642)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    111,649 miles
    Test number
    752809069196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass108,007 miles (+4,132)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    108,007 miles
    Test number
    417251383181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass103,875 miles (+4,425)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    103,875 miles
    Test number
    881787949656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass99,450 miles (+3,045)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    99,450 miles
    Test number
    419356174237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,405 miles (+4,153)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    96,405 miles
    Test number
    735706763260
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass92,252 miles (+3,958)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    92,252 miles
    Test number
    799125012257
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass88,294 miles (+100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    88,294 miles
    Test number
    419692801244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Fail88,194 miles (+4,286)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,194 miles
    Test number
    136244591102
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  16. Pass83,908 miles (+3,798)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    83,908 miles
    Test number
    980366690140
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass80,110 miles (+4,380)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    80,110 miles
    Test number
    271954409283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass75,730 miles (+3,817)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    75,730 miles
    Test number
    961734308281
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass71,913 miles (+3,980)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    71,913 miles
    Test number
    293819597166
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass67,933 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    67,933 miles
    Test number
    310110706274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about S82 DWW

Does S82 DWW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S82 DWW expired on 6 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S82 DWW?
The MOT on S82 DWW expired on 6 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S82 DWW done?
S82 DWW was recorded at 127,157 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 2,959 miles a year.
Has S82 DWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S82 DWW has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S82 DWW 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 S82 DWW find?
S82 DWW failed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 3 dangerous defects, 13 major defects, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering box fitted); steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings offside steering tie rod end bush excessive play; stop lamp(s) all not working, and 23 more.

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