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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

K28 MUDMOT history

K28 MUD is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1994. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 4,632 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

K28 MUD 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 28 Oct 2027
Mileage
4,632 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
K28 MUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Aug 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K28 MUD was last recorded at 4,632 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 568 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Aug 2021: 1 miles, lower than 116,952 miles on 29 Aug 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
4,064 miles · 29 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
568 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 4,632 miles
  • 2025 – 4,064 miles
  • 2024 – 3,491 miles
  • 2023 – 2,032 miles
  • 2022 – 1,004 miles
  • 2021 – 1 miles
  • 2020 – 116,952 miles
  • 2019 – 115,523 miles
  • 2018 – 113,374 miles
  • 2017 – 111,161 miles
  • 2016 – 105,274 miles
  • 2015 – 99,993 miles
  • 2014 – 97,805 miles
  • 2013 – 94,580 miles
  • 2012 – 90,211 miles
  • 2011 – 85,344 miles
  • 2010 – 80,987 miles
  • 2009 – 76,831 miles
  • 2008 – 73,762 miles
  • 2007 – 70,748 miles
  • 2006 – 66,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass4,632 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight corrosion at drivers floor panel/sill area
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering box has a light mist of oil

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 Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Drivers door handle loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass4,632 miles (+568)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    4,632 miles
    Test number
    451254914962
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight corrosion at drivers floor panel/sill area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has a light mist of oil

  2. Pass4,064 miles (+573)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    4,064 miles
    Test number
    570643840746
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam image poor.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively front propshaft both joints. (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair brake performance measured at 53% minimum mot requirement 50%. (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to drivers floor / sill area.
    • AdvisorySteering box damp.
    • AdvisoryVehicle muddy - advise customer to clean before next mot.

  3. Pass3,491 miles (+1,459)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    3,491 miles
    Test number
    644667373606
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair minimum pass requirement 50% / measured value 51%. (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box area slight leak.

  4. Pass2,032 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    2,032 miles
    Test number
    391955035631
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers door handle loose
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. FailMileage not read3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    891641065129
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock mount holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSpeedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers door handle loose
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass1,004 miles (+1,003)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    1,004 miles
    Test number
    451070740903
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear track rod end boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass1 miles (-116,951)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    1 miles
    Test number
    878544126944
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Diff end UJ has slight play in it (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  8. Pass116,952 miles (+7)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    116,952 miles
    Test number
    296945052817
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear axle reaction joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front hub seal leaking but not contaminating brakes

  9. Fail116,945 miles (+1,422)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,945 miles
    Test number
    693366364910
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear axle reaction joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front hub seal leaking but not contaminating brakes

  10. Pass115,523 miles (+2,149)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    115,523 miles
    Test number
    171449820800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass113,374 miles (+2,213)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    113,374 miles
    Test number
    711503377648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass111,161 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    111,161 miles
    Test number
    589629064603
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySlight leak from steering box

  13. Fail111,161 miles (+5,887)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,161 miles
    Test number
    998976333542
    • Repaired at testOffside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySlight leak from steering box

  14. Pass105,274 miles (+5,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    105,274 miles
    Test number
    709931046595
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass99,993 miles (+2,188)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    99,993 miles
    Test number
    412937372482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass97,805 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    97,805 miles
    Test number
    839412994166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear bumpstop missing

  17. Fail97,805 miles (+3,225)8 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,805 miles
    Test number
    299343284105
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear bumpstop missing

  18. Pass94,580 miles (+4,369)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    94,580 miles
    Test number
    715660593196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass90,211 miles (+173)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    90,211 miles
    Test number
    656391892117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Fail90,038 miles (+4,694)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,038 miles
    Test number
    317759172114
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass85,344 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    85,344 miles
    Test number
    788964961121
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s/r bumpstop missing

  22. Fail85,344 miles (+4,357)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,344 miles
    Test number
    268998451154
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteN/s/r bumpstop missing

  23. Pass80,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    80,987 miles
    Test number
    352419650157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail80,987 miles (+4,156)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,987 miles
    Test number
    222127540177
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

  25. Pass76,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    76,831 miles
    Test number
    753295079155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail76,831 miles (+3,069)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,831 miles
    Test number
    990514079183
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass73,762 miles (+3,014)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    73,762 miles
    Test number
    481098558174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvice handbrake adjustment, just met parking brake limits.

  28. Pass70,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    70,748 miles
    Test number
    424019847199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail70,748 miles (+4,276)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,748 miles
    Test number
    424979647196
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass66,472 miles (+199)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    66,472 miles
    Test number
    514203076129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail66,273 miles9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,273 miles
    Test number
    331295566190
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K28 MUD

Does K28 MUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K28 MUD is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K28 MUD?
The MOT on K28 MUD is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K28 MUD done?
K28 MUD was recorded at 4,632 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026.
Has K28 MUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K28 MUD has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on K28 MUD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Aug 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K28 MUD find?
K28 MUD passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; nearside rear brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 3 more.

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