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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,947 cc

S8 GUNMOT history

S8 GUN is a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 8 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 11,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

S8 GUN 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 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
11,190 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2020
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 GUN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,947 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
8 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 GUN was last recorded at 11,190 miles on 13 Nov 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Oct 2012: 1,581 miles, lower than 66,369 miles on 19 Oct 2011.
  • 13 Oct 2015: 64,615 miles, lower than 84,504 miles on 9 Oct 2014.
  • 2 Nov 2018: 9,402 miles, lower than 88,506 miles on 17 Oct 2017.
  • 13 Nov 2020: 11,190 miles, lower than 104,325 miles on 25 Oct 2019.

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
104,325 miles · 25 Oct 2019

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2020 – 11,190 miles
  • 2019 – 104,325 miles
  • 2018 – 9,402 miles
  • 2017 – 88,506 miles
  • 2016 – 87,386 miles
  • 2015 – 64,615 miles
  • 2014 – 84,504 miles
  • 2013 – 28,700 miles
  • 2012 – 1,581 miles
  • 2011 – 66,369 miles
  • 2010 – 64,060 miles
  • 2009 – 61,694 miles
  • 2008 – 60,164 miles
  • 2006 – 56,271 miles
  • 2005 – 54,331 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust noisy front box (baffel) ? (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    914576411095
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust noisy front box (baffel) ? (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    342749994090
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer surface . (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides . (5.3.2 (c))

  3. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    703605289165
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    671677498593
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratches (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    499937275502
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    821498846020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear

  7. FailMileage not read2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    307806952826
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear

  8. Pass11,190 miles (-93,135)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    11,190 miles
    Test number
    880966950630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass104,325 miles (+93,904)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,325 miles
    Test number
    148925858871
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail10,421 miles (+1,019)3 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,421 miles
    Test number
    692237528583
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass9,402 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    9,402 miles
    Test number
    494329646012
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  12. Fail9,402 miles (-79,104)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,402 miles
    Test number
    960290764780
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  13. Pass88,506 miles (+1,120)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    88,506 miles
    Test number
    290160228419
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass87,386 miles (+22,771)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    87,386 miles
    Test number
    126714653724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,615 miles (-19,889)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    64,615 miles
    Test number
    959462957046
    • AdvisoryCondition of chassis centre / rear (rusty) .

  16. Pass84,504 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    84,504 miles
    Test number
    455412584266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail84,485 miles (+55,785)4 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,485 miles
    Test number
    558354874216
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NotePETROL smell in vehicle but no leak found ! .
    • NoteSlight play in steering box .

  18. Pass28,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    28,700 miles
    Test number
    987846793272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail28,700 miles (+27,119)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,700 miles
    Test number
    476516393233
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass1,581 miles (-64,788)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    1,581 miles
    Test number
    878034082295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,369 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    66,369 miles
    Test number
    969002091246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Fail66,369 miles (+2,309)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,369 miles
    Test number
    576154481292
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureTowbar component insecure (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass64,060 miles (+2,366)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    64,060 miles
    Test number
    542993490269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass61,694 miles (+1,530)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    61,694 miles
    Test number
    693890609352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    60,164 miles
    Test number
    550422608394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    703288877293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass56,271 miles (+1,940)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    56,271 miles
    Test number
    961648276225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass54,331 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    54,331 miles
    Test number
    921387175270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about S8 GUN

Does S8 GUN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 GUN is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 GUN?
The MOT on S8 GUN 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 S8 GUN done?
S8 GUN was recorded at 11,190 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2020.
Has S8 GUN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 GUN has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on S8 GUN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 4 times, first on 10 Oct 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S8 GUN find?
S8 GUN passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside exhaust noisy front box (baffel) ?; steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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