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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

S97 TCVMOT history

S97 TCV is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Feb 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 152,540 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

S97 TCV green 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 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
152,540 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,594 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S97 TCV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S97 TCV was last recorded at 152,540 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 4,055 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,485 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,055 miles
Average per year
3,594 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,540 miles
  • 2025 – 148,485 miles
  • 2024 – 142,408 miles
  • 2022 – 137,968 miles
  • 2021 – 134,455 miles
  • 2020 – 128,646 miles
  • 2019 – 124,503 miles
  • 2017 – 122,447 miles
  • 2015 – 117,673 miles
  • 2014 – 113,609 miles
  • 2013 – 108,782 miles
  • 2012 – 102,767 miles
  • 2011 – 101,807 miles
  • 2010 – 99,636 miles
  • 2007 – 80,934 miles
  • 2006 – 80,794 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,540 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,540 miles (+4,055)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    152,540 miles
    Test number
    331201856159
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass148,485 miles (+6,077)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    148,485 miles
    Test number
    512712342304
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass142,408 miles (+4,440)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    142,408 miles
    Test number
    426733411366
    • 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. Pass137,968 miles (+3,513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    137,968 miles
    Test number
    757985152205
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass134,455 miles (+5,809)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    134,455 miles
    Test number
    330301859857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass128,646 miles (+4,143)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    128,646 miles
    Test number
    375347580893
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps switch has a bit of play (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis needs attention below passangers seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass124,503 miles (+2,056)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    124,503 miles
    Test number
    492488869923
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Boaderline (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (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 Gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass122,447 miles (+4,774)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    122,447 miles
    Test number
    368071279502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass117,673 miles (+4,064)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    117,673 miles
    Test number
    820640232270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass113,609 miles (+4,827)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    113,609 miles
    Test number
    338318084273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront dyferential oil leak

  11. Pass108,782 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    108,782 miles
    Test number
    705647603288
    • NoteEngine oil leaks
    • NoteNearside doormirror glass damaged

  12. Fail108,782 miles (+6,015)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,782 miles
    Test number
    406116403234
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteEngine oil leaks
    • NoteNearside doormirror glass damaged

  13. Pass102,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    102,767 miles
    Test number
    169946402212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail102,767 miles (+960)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,767 miles
    Test number
    179055502237
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass101,807 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    101,807 miles
    Test number
    135902591041
    • NoteSteering arm slight play

  16. Fail101,807 miles (+2,171)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,807 miles
    Test number
    798632991037
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteSteering arm slight play

  17. Fail99,636 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,636 miles
    Test number
    464684510037
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass99,636 miles (+18,702)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    99,636 miles
    Test number
    842514510039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass80,934 miles (+140)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    80,934 miles
    Test number
    263876917069
    • NoteOil has been liberally sprayed aronund supension and hubs,difficulty in telling if any suspension or brake components ar leaking
    • NotePlay in nearside and offside upper shock absorber mountings

  20. Pass80,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    80,794 miles
    Test number
    264680946058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S97 TCV

Does S97 TCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S97 TCV is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S97 TCV?
The MOT on S97 TCV is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S97 TCV done?
S97 TCV was recorded at 152,540 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 3,594 miles a year.
Has S97 TCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S97 TCV has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2013.
Has the mileage on S97 TCV 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 S97 TCV find?
S97 TCV passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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