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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

K24 MEWMOT history

K24 MEW is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 197,316 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

K24 MEW 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 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
197,316 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,611 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K24 MEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K24 MEW was last recorded at 197,316 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,313 miles · 6 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
9,611 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,316 miles
  • 2025 – 190,124 miles
  • 2024 – 182,116 miles
  • 2023 – 180,346 miles
  • 2022 – 173,240 miles
  • 2021 – 166,554 miles
  • 2020 – 156,808 miles
  • 2019 – 146,523 miles
  • 2018 – 136,794 miles
  • 2017 – 128,031 miles
  • 2016 – 114,477 miles
  • 2015 – 105,865 miles
  • 2014 – 97,682 miles
  • 2013 – 89,053 miles
  • 2012 – 76,401 miles
  • 2011 – 64,586 miles
  • 2010 – 49,398 miles
  • 2009 – 35,995 miles
  • 2008 – 23,694 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,316 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear braker pipe joins on axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear shocker mounting brackets on axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,316 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    197,316 miles
    Test number
    771315195773
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear braker pipe joins on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear shocker mounting brackets on axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail197,313 miles (+7,189)2 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,313 miles
    Test number
    457217448459
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Crossmember, two holes (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear brake pipe joints on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear shocker mounting brackets on axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass190,124 miles (+8,008)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    190,124 miles
    Test number
    627450667245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass182,116 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    182,116 miles
    Test number
    975131316738
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Fail182,116 miles (+21)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,116 miles
    Test number
    101100605093
    • MajorNearside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail182,095 miles (+1,749)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,095 miles
    Test number
    915691278668
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Wipers do not self park (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake back plate missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion occurring

  7. Pass180,346 miles (+7,106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    180,346 miles
    Test number
    853913335921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass173,240 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    173,240 miles
    Test number
    512555544576
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail173,240 miles (+6,686)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,240 miles
    Test number
    519719801960
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass166,554 miles (+9,746)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    166,554 miles
    Test number
    508604354391
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass156,808 miles (+10,285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    156,808 miles
    Test number
    166260951608
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass146,523 miles (+9,729)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    146,523 miles
    Test number
    851292503078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  13. Pass136,794 miles (+8,763)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    136,794 miles
    Test number
    401701347029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass128,031 miles (+13,554)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    128,031 miles
    Test number
    547074857001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Pass114,477 miles (+8,612)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    114,477 miles
    Test number
    383959235104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass105,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    105,865 miles
    Test number
    845091255034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail105,865 miles (+8,183)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,865 miles
    Test number
    816049445069
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively 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)

  18. Pass97,682 miles (+8,629)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    97,682 miles
    Test number
    955398644023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass89,053 miles (+12,652)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    89,053 miles
    Test number
    248896463031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,401 miles (+11,815)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    76,401 miles
    Test number
    455752632049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,586 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    64,586 miles
    Test number
    577313531021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail64,550 miles (+15,152)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,550 miles
    Test number
    805851031074
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass49,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    49,398 miles
    Test number
    462224850045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail49,398 miles (+13,403)2 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,398 miles
    Test number
    301113150052
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass35,995 miles (+12,301)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    35,995 miles
    Test number
    562256979061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,694 miles
    Test number
    484542898093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail23,694 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,694 miles
    Test number
    522882898093
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about K24 MEW

Does K24 MEW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K24 MEW is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K24 MEW?
The MOT on K24 MEW is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K24 MEW done?
K24 MEW was recorded at 197,316 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 9,611 miles a year.
Has K24 MEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K24 MEW has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K24 MEW 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 K24 MEW find?
K24 MEW passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear braker pipe joins on axle; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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