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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

K31 LOTMOT history

K31 LOT is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 160,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

K31 LOT blue 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 Mar 2027
Mileage
160,603 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K31 LOT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K31 LOT was last recorded at 160,603 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Dec 2016: 156,952 miles, lower than 157,193 miles on 11 Nov 2015.
  • 20 Feb 2025: 160,603 miles, lower than 160,811 miles on 8 Nov 2023.

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
160,603 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,603 miles
  • 2025 – 160,603 miles
  • 2023 – 160,811 miles
  • 2022 – 160,703 miles
  • 2021 – 160,603 miles
  • 2020 – 160,603 miles
  • 2019 – 158,690 miles
  • 2018 – 158,512 miles
  • 2016 – 156,952 miles
  • 2015 – 157,193 miles
  • 2014 – 155,195 miles
  • 2013 – 153,311 miles
  • 2012 – 147,296 miles
  • 2011 – 147,296 miles
  • 2010 – 143,866 miles
  • 2009 – 140,129 miles
  • 2008 – 136,201 miles
  • 2007 – 131,402 miles
  • 2006 – 126,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,603 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drag link to drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,603 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    160,603 miles
    Test number
    571531892218
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drag link to drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail160,603 miles4 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,603 miles
    Test number
    238245305811
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drag link to drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass160,603 miles (-208)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    160,603 miles
    Test number
    598322945249
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under body (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass160,811 miles (+108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    160,811 miles
    Test number
    743519543160
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass160,703 miles (+100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    160,703 miles
    Test number
    857242102850
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass160,603 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    160,603 miles
    Test number
    174048069016
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass160,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    160,603 miles
    Test number
    914030205992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail160,603 miles (+1,913)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,603 miles
    Test number
    375111023360
    • MajorCentral Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass158,690 miles (+178)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    158,690 miles
    Test number
    255343861096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass158,512 miles (+1,560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    158,512 miles
    Test number
    405533148920
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass156,952 miles (-241)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    156,952 miles
    Test number
    912969022987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass157,193 miles (+1,998)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    157,193 miles
    Test number
    613844338044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass155,195 miles (+1,884)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    155,195 miles
    Test number
    449725014446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass153,311 miles (+6,015)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    153,311 miles
    Test number
    779878583284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass147,296 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    147,296 miles
    Test number
    957919472218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass147,296 miles (+3,430)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    147,296 miles
    Test number
    487957151214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass143,866 miles (+3,737)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    143,866 miles
    Test number
    761626590017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail140,129 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,129 miles
    Test number
    230531269180
    • Repaired at testSteering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

  19. Pass140,129 miles (+3,928)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    140,129 miles
    Test number
    231501269409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass136,201 miles (+4,799)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    136,201 miles
    Test number
    511714568132
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass131,402 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    131,402 miles
    Test number
    254258037174
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteRear wiper split

  22. Fail131,399 miles (+4,607)7 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,399 miles
    Test number
    433127137126
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteRear propshaft rear universal joint worn to excess
    • NoteRear wiper split

  23. Pass126,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    126,792 miles
    Test number
    223941236477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail126,792 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,792 miles
    Test number
    503101336167
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about K31 LOT

Does K31 LOT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K31 LOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on K31 LOT?
The MOT on K31 LOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K31 LOT done?
K31 LOT was recorded at 160,603 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 1,703 miles a year.
Has K31 LOT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K31 LOT has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on K31 LOT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 22 Dec 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K31 LOT find?
K31 LOT passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drag link to drop arm ball joint; nearside front oil leak, but not excessive hub seal; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 6 more.

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