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Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,401 cc

S8 XHAMOT history

S8 XHA is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 62,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

S8 XHA black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
62,759 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 XHA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
1 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 XHA was last recorded at 62,759 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 1,572 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,187 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,572 miles
Average per year
3,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,759 miles
  • 2025 – 61,187 miles
  • 2024 – 60,538 miles
  • 2022 – 58,055 miles
  • 2021 – 55,007 miles
  • 2020 – 50,256 miles
  • 2019 – 48,066 miles
  • 2018 – 45,110 miles
  • 2017 – 42,252 miles
  • 2016 – 39,484 miles
  • 2015 – 36,169 miles
  • 2014 – 19,297 miles
  • 2013 – 18,203 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,759 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tires cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 Aug 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,759 miles (+1,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    62,759 miles
    Test number
    665265292627
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass61,187 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    61,187 miles
    Test number
    108492045799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail61,187 miles (+649)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,187 miles
    Test number
    852865971195
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Cab steps in such a condition that it is likely to cause injury (6.2.8 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
  4. Pass60,538 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    60,538 miles
    Test number
    877319227875
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tires (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail60,538 miles (+2,483)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,538 miles
    Test number
    453566022926
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tires (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass58,055 miles (+3,048)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    58,055 miles
    Test number
    171165445008
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tires cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass55,007 miles (+4,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    55,007 miles
    Test number
    971469363789
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tires cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass50,256 miles (+2,190)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    50,256 miles
    Test number
    480324199880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass48,066 miles (+2,956)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    48,066 miles
    Test number
    800722422456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,110 miles (+2,858)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    45,110 miles
    Test number
    402085153697
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass42,252 miles (+2,768)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    42,252 miles
    Test number
    526722730653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,484 miles (+3,315)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    39,484 miles
    Test number
    195333573788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,169 miles (+2,459)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    36,169 miles
    Test number
    971962506540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,710 miles (+14,413)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    33,710 miles
    Test number
    116992865463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,297 miles (+1,094)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    19,297 miles
    Test number
    808234064029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,203 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    18,203 miles
    Test number
    195085923246
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about S8 XHA

Does S8 XHA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 XHA is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 XHA?
The MOT on S8 XHA is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 XHA done?
S8 XHA was recorded at 62,759 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 3,444 miles a year.
Has S8 XHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 XHA has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on S8 XHA 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 S8 XHA find?
S8 XHA passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking.

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