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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

S9 AVCMOT history

S9 AVC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 234,959 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

S9 AVC 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 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
234,959 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
10,219 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S9 AVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S9 AVC was last recorded at 234,959 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 276 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
234,683 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
276 miles
Average per year
10,219 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 234,959 miles
  • 2025 – 234,683 miles
  • 2024 – 234,560 miles
  • 2023 – 234,355 miles
  • 2022 – 232,546 miles
  • 2021 – 232,018 miles
  • 2020 – 229,598 miles
  • 2019 – 227,755 miles
  • 2018 – 210,259 miles
  • 2017 – 197,733 miles
  • 2016 – 179,308 miles
  • 2015 – 160,786 miles
  • 2014 – 142,314 miles
  • 2013 – 125,809 miles
  • 2012 – 111,343 miles
  • 2011 – 92,777 miles
  • 2010 – 79,172 miles
  • 2009 – 65,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass234,959 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 10 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass234,959 miles (+276)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    234,959 miles
    Test number
    529571175703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass234,683 miles (+123)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    234,683 miles
    Test number
    494322752011
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail234,560 miles (+205)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,560 miles
    Test number
    270195420442
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass234,355 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    234,355 miles
    Test number
    238245707507
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail234,351 miles (+1,805)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,351 miles
    Test number
    884548222678
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass232,546 miles (+528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    232,546 miles
    Test number
    953135103381
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass232,018 miles (+2,420)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    232,018 miles
    Test number
    796390527057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass229,598 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    229,598 miles
    Test number
    506455523858
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail229,587 miles (+1,832)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,587 miles
    Test number
    229000007657
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass227,755 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    227,755 miles
    Test number
    386540741376
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail227,753 miles (+6,514)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,753 miles
    Test number
    654898635510
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component leaking Swivel joint (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass221,239 miles (+93)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    221,239 miles
    Test number
    143135455584
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub swivel joint leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail221,146 miles (+10,887)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,146 miles
    Test number
    323033828640
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub swivel joint leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass210,259 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    210,259 miles
    Test number
    545754765640
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering uj/joints

  15. Fail210,259 miles (+12,526)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,259 miles
    Test number
    533503778188
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering uj/joints

  16. Pass197,733 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    197,733 miles
    Test number
    234563340039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush poor condition

  17. Fail197,733 miles (+18,425)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,733 miles
    Test number
    547672952058
    • FailureCentral Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush poor condition

  18. Pass179,308 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    179,308 miles
    Test number
    479489011133
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front of, both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryPropshafts worn

  19. Fail179,308 miles (+18,522)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,308 miles
    Test number
    741893185079
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front of, both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryPropshafts worn

  20. Pass160,786 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    160,786 miles
    Test number
    895573555183
    • NoteFront prop shaft poor condition
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  21. Fail160,786 miles (+18,472)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,786 miles
    Test number
    298373955489
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteFront prop shaft poor condition
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  22. Pass142,314 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    142,314 miles
    Test number
    508821044167
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s steering damper bush worn

  23. Fail142,306 miles (+16,497)3 failures2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,306 miles
    Test number
    849271344165
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s steering damper bush worn
    • NoteRear propshaft universal joint worn

  24. Pass125,809 miles (+36)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    125,809 miles
    Test number
    517009943183
    • AdvisoryNearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail125,773 miles (+14,430)1 dangerous11 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,773 miles
    Test number
    755568943147
    • DangerousNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass111,343 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    111,343 miles
    Test number
    207505542149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail111,343 miles (+18,566)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,343 miles
    Test number
    365225742170
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass92,777 miles (+13,605)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    92,777 miles
    Test number
    875504441196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass79,172 miles (+13,793)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    79,172 miles
    Test number
    692520140137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass65,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    65,379 miles
    Test number
    523051569138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S9 AVC

Does S9 AVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S9 AVC is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S9 AVC?
The MOT on S9 AVC is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S9 AVC done?
S9 AVC was recorded at 234,959 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 10,219 miles a year.
Has S9 AVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S9 AVC has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S9 AVC 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 S9 AVC find?
S9 AVC passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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