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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1984 · 2,490 cc

DSK 647MOT history

DSK 647 is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Dec 1984. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2024 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 236,026 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2024
Mileage
236,026 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2023
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DSK 647
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,490 cc
Year of manufacture
1984
First used
30 Dec 1984
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

DSK 647 was last recorded at 236,026 miles on 9 Oct 2023, 4,641 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
231,385 miles · 5 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
4,641 miles
Average per year
6,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 236,026 miles
  • 2022 – 231,385 miles
  • 2021 – 222,226 miles
  • 2020 – 214,760 miles
  • 2019 – 206,500 miles
  • 2018 – 197,732 miles
  • 2017 – 188,217 miles
  • 2016 – 176,391 miles
  • 2015 – 165,001 miles
  • 2014 – 153,177 miles
  • 2008 – 139,075 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass236,026 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Panhard rod synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

14 tests since 6 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass236,026 miles (+4,641)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    236,026 miles
    Test number
    534570271716
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass231,385 miles (+9,159)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    231,385 miles
    Test number
    679399737299
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both side footwells (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass222,226 miles (+7,466)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    222,226 miles
    Test number
    936367570703
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has little reserve travel

  4. Pass214,760 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    214,760 miles
    Test number
    926782497365
    • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Fail214,757 miles (+8,257)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,757 miles
    Test number
    450367783083
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases head gasket (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  6. Pass206,500 miles (+8,768)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    206,500 miles
    Test number
    219429842443
    • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened turret top (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass197,732 miles (+9,515)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    197,732 miles
    Test number
    703966329973
    • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass188,217 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    188,217 miles
    Test number
    865389643318
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  9. Fail188,215 miles (+11,824)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,215 miles
    Test number
    200023853593
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play sector shaft (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking lift pump (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  10. Pass176,391 miles (+11,390)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    176,391 miles
    Test number
    765856639922
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion both turret tops (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear diff leak
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  11. Pass165,001 miles (+11,824)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    165,001 miles
    Test number
    255195315222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass153,177 miles (+14,102)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    153,177 miles
    Test number
    415070214228
    • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  13. Pass139,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    139,075 miles
    Test number
    162239618206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail139,074 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,074 miles
    Test number
    684809018255
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Questions about DSK 647

What vehicle is registration DSK 647 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DSK 647 on a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Dec 1984. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does DSK 647 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on DSK 647 expired on 8 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on DSK 647?
The MOT on DSK 647 expired on 8 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has DSK 647 done?
DSK 647 was recorded at 236,026 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2023, an average of 6,390 miles a year.
Has DSK 647 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DSK 647 has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on DSK 647 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 DSK 647 find?
DSK 647 passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2023 with 7 advisories: front lower axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 4 more.

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