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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

K18 LROMOT history

K18 LRO is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 106,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

K18 LRO black 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 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
106,968 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,525 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 LRO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 LRO was last recorded at 106,968 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 10,938 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,030 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,938 miles
Average per year
3,525 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,968 miles
  • 2025 – 96,030 miles
  • 2024 – 85,390 miles
  • 2023 – 82,319 miles
  • 2022 – 78,547 miles
  • 2021 – 74,290 miles
  • 2020 – 71,022 miles
  • 2019 – 69,185 miles
  • 2018 – 66,778 miles
  • 2017 – 64,837 miles
  • 2016 – 61,363 miles
  • 2015 – 57,928 miles
  • 2014 – 54,362 miles
  • 2013 – 51,928 miles
  • 2012 – 49,870 miles
  • 2010 – 48,180 miles
  • 2009 – 47,397 miles
  • 2007 – 41,684 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,968 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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.

  • Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,968 miles (+10,938)3 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    106,968 miles
    Test number
    717281694270
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass96,030 miles (+10,640)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    96,030 miles
    Test number
    251406202033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass85,390 miles (+3,071)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    85,390 miles
    Test number
    444487483154
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass82,319 miles (+3,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    82,319 miles
    Test number
    299069690424
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  5. Pass78,547 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    78,547 miles
    Test number
    343011464790
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  6. Fail78,547 miles (+4,257)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,547 miles
    Test number
    873177873368
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt a frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  7. Pass74,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    74,290 miles
    Test number
    718688860808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail74,290 miles (+3,268)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,290 miles
    Test number
    849984893710
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass71,022 miles (+1,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    71,022 miles
    Test number
    827463394091
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass69,185 miles (+2,407)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    69,185 miles
    Test number
    620591940039
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass66,778 miles (+1,941)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    66,778 miles
    Test number
    652696702339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass64,837 miles (+3,474)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    64,837 miles
    Test number
    342618177515
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (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)
    • AdvisoryBoth front hubs greasy

  13. Pass61,363 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,363 miles
    Test number
    929328094765
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen

  14. Fail61,363 miles (+3,435)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,363 miles
    Test number
    149413279466
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen

  15. Pass57,928 miles (+3,566)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    57,928 miles
    Test number
    115634165071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteSteering damper has a worn bush

  16. Fail54,362 miles2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,362 miles
    Test number
    207369454080
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight imbalance on front brakes

  17. Pass54,362 miles (+2,434)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,362 miles
    Test number
    827899054084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight imbalance on front brakes

  18. Pass51,928 miles (+2,058)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    51,928 miles
    Test number
    647551963064
    • NoteLight engine oil leak

  19. Pass49,870 miles (+1,690)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    49,870 miles
    Test number
    558276762095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear 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 Outer Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSteering damper o/s mounting bush slight play.

  20. Fail48,180 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,180 miles
    Test number
    751627870256
    • 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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass48,180 miles (+783)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    48,180 miles
    Test number
    880557270293
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass47,397 miles (+5,713)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    47,397 miles
    Test number
    243541079298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    41,684 miles
    Test number
    342768587242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K18 LRO

Does K18 LRO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 LRO is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 LRO?
The MOT on K18 LRO is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 LRO done?
K18 LRO was recorded at 106,968 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 3,525 miles a year.
Has K18 LRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 LRO has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on K18 LRO 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 K18 LRO find?
K18 LRO passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 3 minor defects and 15 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen; nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside rear stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced, and 15 more.

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