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Land Rover Defender

Green and White · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

S9 WHRMOT history

S9 WHR is a green and white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 54,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

S9 WHR 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 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
54,995 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,332 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S9 WHR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S9 WHR was last recorded at 54,995 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 583 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,412 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
583 miles
Average per year
2,332 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,995 miles
  • 2025 – 54,412 miles
  • 2024 – 53,124 miles
  • 2023 – 51,977 miles
  • 2022 – 51,059 miles
  • 2021 – 50,345 miles
  • 2020 – 49,101 miles
  • 2019 – 49,059 miles
  • 2018 – 48,920 miles
  • 2017 – 48,185 miles
  • 2016 – 40,735 miles
  • 2015 – 36,433 miles
  • 2013 – 34,899 miles
  • 2012 – 32,436 miles
  • 2011 – 25,823 miles
  • 2010 – 20,806 miles
  • 2009 – 16,917 miles
  • 2008 – 12,476 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,995 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 10 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,995 miles (+583)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    54,995 miles
    Test number
    664677139472
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  2. Pass54,412 miles (+1,288)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    54,412 miles
    Test number
    354994321349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass53,124 miles (+1,147)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    53,124 miles
    Test number
    971851031056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass51,977 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    51,977 miles
    Test number
    291943039251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail51,977 miles (+918)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,977 miles
    Test number
    941234174627
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass51,059 miles (+714)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    51,059 miles
    Test number
    352656184864
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass50,345 miles (+2)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    50,345 miles
    Test number
    465753186119
    • AdvisoryCentral Front reg plate slightly obstructed with winch still able to read
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Fluid leak, but not excessive sphere leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Fluid leak, but not excessive sphere leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front propshaft u j slight wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake release spring snapped but remainder spring still functions
    • AdvisoryVehicle fully undersealed at time of test difficult to fully inspect

  8. Fail50,343 miles (+1,242)4 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,343 miles
    Test number
    393905374504
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front reg plate slightly obstructed with winch still able to read
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Fluid leak, but not excessive sphere leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Fluid leak, but not excessive sphere leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front propshaft u j slight wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake release spring snapped but remainder spring still functions
    • AdvisoryVehicle fully undersealed at time of test difficult to fully inspect

  9. Pass49,101 miles (+42)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    49,101 miles
    Test number
    178045886168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass49,059 miles (+139)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    49,059 miles
    Test number
    747141323659
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front joint slight weep

  11. Pass48,920 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    48,920 miles
    Test number
    837351109180
    • AdvisoryFront Number plate not vertical but thought within limits and ledgible
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Fail48,913 miles (+728)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,913 miles
    Test number
    304409320346
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Number plate not vertical but thought within limits and ledgible
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass48,185 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    48,185 miles
    Test number
    956177187043
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail48,185 miles (+7,450)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,185 miles
    Test number
    245333694056
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass40,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    40,735 miles
    Test number
    520816072663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail40,735 miles (+4,302)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,735 miles
    Test number
    260046906663
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass36,433 miles (+1,534)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    36,433 miles
    Test number
    776646805052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,899 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    34,899 miles
    Test number
    758645833070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  19. Fail34,899 miles (+2,463)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,899 miles
    Test number
    948915233084
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  20. Pass32,436 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    32,436 miles
    Test number
    459901962067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Fail32,435 miles (+6,612)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,435 miles
    Test number
    997280962037
    • DangerousOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Pass25,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,823 miles
    Test number
    239087061028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail25,823 miles (+5,017)7 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,823 miles
    Test number
    656782961071
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFRONT DISCS SCORED

  24. Pass20,806 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    20,806 miles
    Test number
    554510270036
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteLong travel to handbrake

  25. Fail20,805 miles (+3,888)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,805 miles
    Test number
    674490570066
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteLong travel to handbrake

  26. Pass16,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    16,917 miles
    Test number
    880665179028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail16,917 miles (+4,441)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,917 miles
    Test number
    641422979075
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  28. Pass12,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    12,476 miles
    Test number
    150210378478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail12,476 miles1 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,476 miles
    Test number
    472400278099
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about S9 WHR

Does S9 WHR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S9 WHR is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S9 WHR?
The MOT on S9 WHR is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S9 WHR done?
S9 WHR was recorded at 54,995 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 2,332 miles a year.
Has S9 WHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S9 WHR has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on S9 WHR 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 WHR find?
S9 WHR passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; items removed from driver's view prior to test; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 4 more.

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