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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

J66 KERMOT history

J66 KER is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 115,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

J66 KER grey 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 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
115,942 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J66 KER
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J66 KER was last recorded at 115,942 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,942 miles · 22 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,942 miles
  • 2025 – 114,801 miles
  • 2024 – 113,559 miles
  • 2023 – 112,723 miles
  • 2022 – 109,380 miles
  • 2021 – 107,325 miles
  • 2020 – 103,318 miles
  • 2019 – 99,386 miles
  • 2018 – 94,410 miles
  • 2017 – 89,465 miles
  • 2016 – 84,737 miles
  • 2015 – 78,310 miles
  • 2014 – 72,387 miles
  • 2013 – 65,221 miles
  • 2012 – 59,896 miles
  • 2010 – 51,043 miles
  • 2009 – 42,626 miles
  • 2008 – 33,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,942 miles
  • AdvisoryAll underside heavily covered in undersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Bracket holding brake flexible hoses to chassis corroded both sidesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bump stop missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021

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 Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • All underside of vehicle covered in waxoil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,942 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    115,942 miles
    Test number
    971443019402
    • AdvisoryAll underside heavily covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryFront Bracket holding brake flexible hoses to chassis corroded both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail115,942 miles (+1,141)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,942 miles
    Test number
    426986168563
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll underside heavily covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryFront Bracket holding brake flexible hoses to chassis corroded both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass114,801 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    114,801 miles
    Test number
    942939123943
    • AdvisoryAll underside of vehicle covered in waxoil
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail114,801 miles (+1,242)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,801 miles
    Test number
    532851487234
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll underside of vehicle covered in waxoil
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass113,559 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    113,559 miles
    Test number
    188099169540
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All waxoyled (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside waxoyled

  6. Fail113,558 miles (+835)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,558 miles
    Test number
    672240531741
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All waxoyled (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside waxoyled

  7. Pass112,723 miles (+3,343)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    112,723 miles
    Test number
    226722081905
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underside of vehicle covered in wax oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass109,380 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    109,380 miles
    Test number
    250097349753
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront shockers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail109,380 miles (+2,055)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,380 miles
    Test number
    213824059826
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront shockers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shockers corroded

  10. Pass107,325 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    107,325 miles
    Test number
    177936829396
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail107,324 miles (+4,006)1 dangerous9 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,324 miles
    Test number
    502976353945
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorCentral Seat belt missing buckle (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryReverse light inop and lense broken

  12. Pass103,318 miles (+3,932)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,318 miles
    Test number
    940317453530
    • MinorNearside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drag link end (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  13. Pass99,386 miles (+4,976)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    99,386 miles
    Test number
    173756122259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass94,410 miles (+4,945)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    94,410 miles
    Test number
    815274656479
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass89,465 miles (+4,728)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    89,465 miles
    Test number
    854093407460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass84,737 miles (+6,427)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    84,737 miles
    Test number
    385277695770
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.3.2d)

  17. Pass78,310 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    78,310 miles
    Test number
    168879215483
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail78,305 miles (+5,918)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,305 miles
    Test number
    727016215016
    • FailureOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Pass72,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    72,387 miles
    Test number
    106220324460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail72,387 miles (+7,166)4 failures1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,387 miles
    Test number
    787441914001
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBonnet release partialy siezed

  21. Pass65,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    65,221 miles
    Test number
    445599703053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail65,221 miles (+5,325)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,221 miles
    Test number
    547887303063
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteClutch pedel rubber missing

  23. Pass59,896 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    59,896 miles
    Test number
    178106502064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  24. Fail59,896 miles (+8,853)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,896 miles
    Test number
    968426902020
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  25. Pass51,043 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    51,043 miles
    Test number
    722697860243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre side wall cut

  26. Fail51,043 miles (+8,417)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,043 miles
    Test number
    852365560204
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre side wall cut

  27. Fail42,626 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,626 miles
    Test number
    693329739241
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSmall cut in n/s rear tyre

  28. Pass42,626 miles (+9,494)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    42,626 miles
    Test number
    722139039220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSmall cut in n/s rear tyre

  29. Pass33,132 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,132 miles
    Test number
    311329868126
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Questions about J66 KER

Does J66 KER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J66 KER is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on J66 KER?
The MOT on J66 KER is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J66 KER done?
J66 KER was recorded at 115,942 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 4,705 miles a year.
Has J66 KER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J66 KER has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on J66 KER 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 J66 KER find?
J66 KER passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: all underside heavily covered in underseal; front bracket holding brake flexible hoses to chassis corroded both sides; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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