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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

K28 SCMMOT history

K28 SCM is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 134,895 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

K28 SCM 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 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
134,895 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K28 SCM
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
14 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K28 SCM was last recorded at 134,895 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 7,580 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,315 miles · 23 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,580 miles
Average per year
6,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,895 miles
  • 2025 – 127,315 miles
  • 2024 – 118,624 miles
  • 2023 – 115,786 miles
  • 2022 – 111,795 miles
  • 2021 – 107,453 miles
  • 2020 – 103,387 miles
  • 2019 – 98,415 miles
  • 2018 – 93,877 miles
  • 2017 – 85,877 miles
  • 2016 – 78,857 miles
  • 2015 – 73,631 miles
  • 2014 – 69,991 miles
  • 2013 – 63,276 miles
  • 2012 – 54,435 miles
  • 2011 – 46,322 miles
  • 2010 – 35,414 miles
  • 2008 – 21,875 miles
  • 2007 – 15,244 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,895 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

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.

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,895 miles (+7,580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    134,895 miles
    Test number
    973267778370
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  2. Pass127,315 miles (+8,691)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    127,315 miles
    Test number
    652700929916
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass118,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    118,624 miles
    Test number
    788255427097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail118,624 miles (+2,838)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,624 miles
    Test number
    616874877505
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass115,786 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    115,786 miles
    Test number
    819878479759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail115,781 miles (+3,986)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,781 miles
    Test number
    126772144118
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn swivel pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak rear diff.

  7. Pass111,795 miles (+4,342)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    111,795 miles
    Test number
    301908883754
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass107,453 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    107,453 miles
    Test number
    779859263480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Fail107,452 miles (+4,065)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,452 miles
    Test number
    169798308564
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Oil leaking excessively from transmission Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  10. Pass103,387 miles (+4,972)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    103,387 miles
    Test number
    583303288161
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive Transfer case (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass98,415 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    98,415 miles
    Test number
    997575458359
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust Hanger Corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff pinion oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front & Rear Radius Arm Bushes Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front & Rear Radius Arm Bushes Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail98,415 miles (+4,538)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,415 miles
    Test number
    976207076594
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust Hanger Corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff pinion oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front & Rear Radius Arm Bushes Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front & Rear Radius Arm Bushes Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass93,877 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    93,877 miles
    Test number
    228906584473
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage Steering box (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  14. Fail93,869 miles (+7,992)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,869 miles
    Test number
    638543635928
    • DangerousOffside Front Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage Steering box (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  15. Pass85,877 miles (+7,020)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    85,877 miles
    Test number
    129563006516
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush TRIANGLE (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush TRIANGLE (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass78,857 miles (+5,226)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    78,857 miles
    Test number
    394727549936
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear's (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Front axle swivels leaking
    • AdvisoryNSF, OSF, NSR tyre sidewalls perished and cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail73,631 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,631 miles
    Test number
    419132285137
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAll tyres perishing

  18. Pass73,631 miles (+3,640)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    73,631 miles
    Test number
    627512685132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAll tyres perishing

  19. Pass69,991 miles (+6,715)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    69,991 miles
    Test number
    236856474148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,276 miles (+8,841)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    63,276 miles
    Test number
    879528563108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,435 miles (+8,113)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    54,435 miles
    Test number
    286727962106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,322 miles (+10,908)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    46,322 miles
    Test number
    645221531157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,414 miles (+13,539)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,414 miles
    Test number
    573008170076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,875 miles (+6,631)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    21,875 miles
    Test number
    984464188262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,244 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    15,244 miles
    Test number
    482975187218
    • NoteRear numbewr plate starting to delambinate still readable.

Questions about K28 SCM

Does K28 SCM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K28 SCM is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K28 SCM?
The MOT on K28 SCM is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K28 SCM done?
K28 SCM was recorded at 134,895 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 6,377 miles a year.
Has K28 SCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K28 SCM has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on K28 SCM 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 K28 SCM find?
K28 SCM passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: vehicle undersealed.

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