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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1992 · 2,495 cc

K40 SNDMOT history

K40 SND is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Aug 1992. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2022 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 162,305 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2022.

K40 SND red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2022
Mileage
162,305 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 SND
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
3 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

K40 SND was last recorded at 162,305 miles on 5 Jan 2022, 256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,049 miles · 6 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
256 miles
Average per year
1,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 162,305 miles
  • 2021 – 162,049 miles
  • 2020 – 162,041 miles
  • 2019 – 161,483 miles
  • 2018 – 160,751 miles
  • 2017 – 159,403 miles
  • 2016 – 159,116 miles
  • 2014 – 158,203 miles
  • 2013 – 156,280 miles
  • 2012 – 155,300 miles
  • 2011 – 152,836 miles
  • 2010 – 149,738 miles
  • 2009 – 146,671 miles
  • 2008 – 142,137 miles
  • 2006 – 136,209 miles
  • 2005 – 132,476 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail162,305 miles
  • DangerousRear Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Excessive movement at road wheel. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring to axle fixing bolt missing (5.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipes rubbing together as marked
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipes rubbing together as marked

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2005–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail162,305 miles (+256)1 dangerous10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,305 miles
    Test number
    915339559870
    • DangerousRear Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Excessive movement at road wheel. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring to axle fixing bolt missing (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipes rubbing together as marked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipes rubbing together as marked

  2. Pass162,049 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    162,049 miles
    Test number
    164634780674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail162,041 miles (+558)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,041 miles
    Test number
    806627615221
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired leaking (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder damaged leaking (1.1.16 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened clamp (5.3.1 (d) (i))

  4. Pass161,483 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    161,483 miles
    Test number
    500999737906
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail161,483 miles (+732)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,483 miles
    Test number
    817095502135
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass160,751 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    160,751 miles
    Test number
    719287812470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail160,750 miles (+1,347)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,750 miles
    Test number
    432630333803
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass159,403 miles (+287)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    159,403 miles
    Test number
    311607984915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass159,116 miles (+913)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    159,116 miles
    Test number
    882016828539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass158,203 miles (+1,923)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    158,203 miles
    Test number
    597470754080
    • NoteBrake pipes covered in grease
    • NoteO/s/f diff seal slight leak

  11. Pass156,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    156,280 miles
    Test number
    199393713106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail156,280 miles (+980)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,280 miles
    Test number
    255372813437
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass155,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    155,300 miles
    Test number
    607901772199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail155,300 miles (+2,464)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,300 miles
    Test number
    216111672494
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass152,836 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    152,836 miles
    Test number
    348657941108
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded

  16. Fail152,831 miles (+3,093)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,831 miles
    Test number
    889936441134
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded

  17. Pass149,738 miles (+3,067)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    149,738 miles
    Test number
    114062520034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass146,671 miles (+4,534)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    146,671 miles
    Test number
    580161929087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass142,137 miles (+5,928)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    142,137 miles
    Test number
    181923958440
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/r anti roll bar link
    • NoteSliht blow on ex haust manifold not afecting emissions

  20. Pass136,209 miles (+3,733)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    136,209 miles
    Test number
    421604656334
    • NoteSome corrosion to near side outer front chassis
    • NoteSome corrosion to near side rear crossmember

  21. Pass132,476 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    132,476 miles
    Test number
    333796755392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail132,374 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,374 miles
    Test number
    894409445339
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about K40 SND

Does K40 SND currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K40 SND expired on 5 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K40 SND?
The MOT on K40 SND expired on 5 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K40 SND done?
K40 SND was recorded at 162,305 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2022, an average of 1,864 miles a year.
Has K40 SND ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 SND has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on K40 SND 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 K40 SND find?
K40 SND failed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects and 2 advisories: rear prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail; exhaust system insecure; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 10 more.

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