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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

K103 FVCMOT history

K103 FVC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Mar 1993. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 134,302 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

K103 FVC 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 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
134,302 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K103 FVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
2 Mar 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K103 FVC was last recorded at 134,302 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,298 miles · 26 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
1,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,302 miles
  • 2025 – 132,800 miles
  • 2023 – 132,301 miles
  • 2022 – 132,161 miles
  • 2019 – 131,611 miles
  • 2018 – 130,976 miles
  • 2016 – 128,355 miles
  • 2015 – 126,388 miles
  • 2014 – 124,667 miles
  • 2013 – 122,403 miles
  • 2012 – 120,972 miles
  • 2011 – 119,747 miles
  • 2010 – 119,555 miles
  • 2009 – 118,075 miles
  • 2008 – 112,734 miles
  • 2007 – 107,756 miles
  • 2006 – 101,648 miles
  • 2005 – 95,259 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,302 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential prop shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced to under side of vehicle front to rear both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced MULTIPLE PATCH REPAIRS ON CHASSIS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front SWIVEL JOINT LEAKING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front SWIVEL JOINT LEAKING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,302 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    134,302 miles
    Test number
    391457337877
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential prop shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail134,298 miles (+1,498)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,298 miles
    Test number
    885900168830
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential prop shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass132,800 miles (+141)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    132,800 miles
    Test number
    700007839224
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  4. Pass132,659 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    132,659 miles
    Test number
    849144833439
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced to under side of vehicle front to rear both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail132,659 miles (+358)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,659 miles
    Test number
    683071799424
    • MajorOffside Front Fuel pipe union leaking fuel diesel pump union (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced to under side of vehicle front to rear both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass132,301 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    132,301 miles
    Test number
    996089994858
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced MULTIPLE PATCH REPAIRS ON CHASSIS (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  7. Fail132,295 miles (+134)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,295 miles
    Test number
    273436020506
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A FRAME BALL JOINT (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced HOLE IN CHASSIS (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced HOLE IN CHASSIS (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL 4 SPRINGS CORRODED (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front SWIVEL JOINT LEAKING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front SWIVEL JOINT LEAKING
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 TYRES PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced MULTIPLE PATCH REPAIRS ON CHASSIS (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  8. Pass132,161 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    132,161 miles
    Test number
    324560675132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel joint leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel joint leaking

  9. Fail132,161 miles (+550)13 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,161 miles
    Test number
    182285487313
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel joints leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel joints leaking

  10. Pass131,611 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    131,611 miles
    Test number
    407668992452
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery box under passenger seat badly corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s & n/s swivel joints leaking

  11. Fail131,611 miles (+635)1 dangerous7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,611 miles
    Test number
    971754944556
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery box under passenger seat badly corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s & n/s swivel joints leaking

  12. Pass130,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    130,976 miles
    Test number
    807046220607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail130,976 miles (+2,621)8 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,976 miles
    Test number
    981459333845
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorBrake master cylinder below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

  14. Pass128,355 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    128,355 miles
    Test number
    565232443262
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  15. Fail128,355 miles (+1,967)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,355 miles
    Test number
    538018838903
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  16. Pass126,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    126,388 miles
    Test number
    427487365114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail126,388 miles (+1,721)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,388 miles
    Test number
    117367865112
    • FailureIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim does not move downwards when dipped (British American headlamp) (1.8.C.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  18. Pass124,667 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    124,667 miles
    Test number
    959516774131
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  19. Fail124,667 miles (+2,264)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,667 miles
    Test number
    898326274126
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  20. Pass122,403 miles (+1,431)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    122,403 miles
    Test number
    289264583490
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteN/s/f inner swivel joint seal leaking oil
    • NoteOil leak from n/s/r hub gasket
    • NoteSurface corrosion on underside and chassis

  21. Pass120,972 miles (+1,225)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    120,972 miles
    Test number
    198260462183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass119,747 miles (+52)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    119,747 miles
    Test number
    138666951355
    • NoteDamp around steering box

  23. Fail119,695 miles (+140)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,695 miles
    Test number
    279378541345
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteHub seals leaking
    • NoteO/s/r bump stop missing

  24. Pass119,555 miles (+1,480)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    119,555 miles
    Test number
    290677250314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass118,075 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    118,075 miles
    Test number
    692617959301
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Fail118,075 miles (+5,341)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,075 miles
    Test number
    840557259317
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass112,734 miles (+4,978)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    112,734 miles
    Test number
    723595228391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass107,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    107,756 miles
    Test number
    300981357332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail107,756 miles (+6,108)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,756 miles
    Test number
    463411957417
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  30. Pass101,648 miles (+6,389)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    101,648 miles
    Test number
    173218046321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass95,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    95,259 miles
    Test number
    600747745307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K103 FVC

Does K103 FVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K103 FVC is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K103 FVC?
The MOT on K103 FVC is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K103 FVC done?
K103 FVC was recorded at 134,302 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 1,900 miles a year.
Has K103 FVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K103 FVC has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on K103 FVC 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 K103 FVC find?
K103 FVC passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive rear differential prop shaft seal.

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