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Land Rover Defender

Green · Petrol · 1995 · 2,000 cc

K33 DELMOT history

K33 DEL is a green petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 179,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

K33 DEL 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 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
179,989 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,858 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K33 DEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K33 DEL was last recorded at 179,989 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 836 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Aug 2015: 121,478 miles, lower than 163,213 miles on 31 May 2013.

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
179,153 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
836 miles
Average per year
3,858 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,989 miles
  • 2025 – 179,153 miles
  • 2024 – 178,653 miles
  • 2023 – 178,047 miles
  • 2022 – 177,471 miles
  • 2020 – 177,319 miles
  • 2019 – 176,945 miles
  • 2018 – 176,145 miles
  • 2017 – 175,183 miles
  • 2016 – 174,204 miles
  • 2015 – 173,650 miles
  • 2013 – 163,213 miles
  • 2012 – 152,872 miles
  • 2011 – 140,780 miles
  • 2010 – 130,824 miles
  • 2009 – 120,719 miles
  • 2008 – 114,354 miles
  • 2007 – 106,316 miles
  • 2006 – 101,003 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,989 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,989 miles (+836)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    179,989 miles
    Test number
    362411162415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass179,153 miles (+500)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    179,153 miles
    Test number
    640773929106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass178,653 miles (+606)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    178,653 miles
    Test number
    992666529772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass178,047 miles (+576)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    178,047 miles
    Test number
    332497029702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass177,471 miles (+152)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    177,471 miles
    Test number
    478858842929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass177,319 miles (+374)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    177,319 miles
    Test number
    734135260711
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass176,945 miles (+800)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    176,945 miles
    Test number
    186207832449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass176,145 miles (+962)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    176,145 miles
    Test number
    283591994390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass175,183 miles (+979)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    175,183 miles
    Test number
    980799946997
    • AdvisoryN/s centre chassis getting thin
    • AdvisoryO/s lower driving light not working

  10. Pass174,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    174,204 miles
    Test number
    180514764118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail174,204 miles (+554)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,204 miles
    Test number
    226515336261
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass173,650 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    173,650 miles
    Test number
    235261245219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail173,647 miles (+52,169)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,647 miles
    Test number
    318394635275
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Fail121,478 miles (-41,735)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,478 miles
    Test number
    567247625213
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass163,213 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    163,213 miles
    Test number
    836171953195
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  16. Fail163,213 miles (+10,341)9 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,213 miles
    Test number
    989764843150
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteRear propshaft u.j. worn

  17. Pass152,872 miles9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    152,872 miles
    Test number
    936805762024
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteExtensive repairs to chassis

  18. Fail152,871 miles (+12,091)9 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,871 miles
    Test number
    278395262042
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass140,780 miles (+294)5 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    140,780 miles
    Test number
    957055651090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s trackrod end gaiter split
    • NoteSlight crack in front number plate
    • NoteSlight play in front steering drop arm ball joint
    • NoteSlight play in front wheel bearings
    • NoteSlight play in rear axle A frame ball joint
    • NoteSlight play in rear wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight wear in front discs

  20. Fail140,486 miles (+9,662)4 failures5 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,486 miles
    Test number
    806207741089
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s trackrod end gaiter split
    • NoteSlight crack in front number plate
    • NoteSlight play in front and rear propshaft uj's
    • NoteSlight play in front steering drop arm ball joint
    • NoteSlight play in front wheel bearings
    • NoteSlight play in rear axle A frame ball joint
    • NoteSlight play in rear wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight wear in front discs

  21. Fail130,824 miles2 repaired7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,824 miles
    Test number
    183094270408
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCorosion on rear x member
    • NoteFront number plate deteriorated slightly
    • NoteGaiters on draglink split

  22. Pass130,824 miles (+10,105)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    130,824 miles
    Test number
    442054870066
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCorosion on rear x member
    • NoteFront number plate deteriorated slightly
    • NoteGaiters on draglink split

  23. Pass120,719 miles (+116)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    120,719 miles
    Test number
    781595879023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail120,603 miles (+6,249)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,603 miles
    Test number
    171155069045
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass114,354 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    114,354 miles
    Test number
    351470178057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail114,188 miles (+7,872)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,188 miles
    Test number
    154699958482
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass106,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    106,316 miles
    Test number
    281200967014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail106,316 miles (+5,313)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,316 miles
    Test number
    874138357095
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass101,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    101,003 miles
    Test number
    121642566481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail101,003 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,003 miles
    Test number
    142131566463
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about K33 DEL

Does K33 DEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K33 DEL is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K33 DEL?
The MOT on K33 DEL is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K33 DEL done?
K33 DEL was recorded at 179,989 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 3,858 miles a year.
Has K33 DEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K33 DEL has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2016.
Has the mileage on K33 DEL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Aug 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K33 DEL find?
K33 DEL passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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