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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1992 · 2,495 cc

K42 GFOMOT history

K42 GFO is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1992. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 166,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

K42 GFO 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 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
166,144 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,415 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K42 GFO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
1 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K42 GFO was last recorded at 166,144 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,144 miles · 6 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,415 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,144 miles
  • 2025 – 164,256 miles
  • 2024 – 162,062 miles
  • 2023 – 159,804 miles
  • 2022 – 157,612 miles
  • 2021 – 154,647 miles
  • 2019 – 148,690 miles
  • 2018 – 139,280 miles
  • 2017 – 130,718 miles
  • 2016 – 121,232 miles
  • 2015 – 112,447 miles
  • 2014 – 104,180 miles
  • 2013 – 97,103 miles
  • 2012 – 94,972 miles
  • 2011 – 88,680 miles
  • 2010 – 84,572 miles
  • 2009 – 75,039 miles
  • 2008 – 68,761 miles
  • 2007 – 63,020 miles
  • 2006 – 57,513 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,144 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear u/j joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront diff has got excessive playRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,144 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    166,144 miles
    Test number
    960823787039
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear u/j joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront diff has got excessive play
  2. Fail166,144 miles (+1,888)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,144 miles
    Test number
    909037181020
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear u/j joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront diff has got excessive play
  3. Pass164,256 miles (+2,194)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    164,256 miles
    Test number
    485018000620
    • MinorNearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear of rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  4. Pass162,062 miles (+2,258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    162,062 miles
    Test number
    578449796591
    • AdvisoryBattary box corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
  5. Pass159,804 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    159,804 miles
    Test number
    909255608000
    • AdvisoryBattery box corroded
  6. Fail159,802 miles (+2,190)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,802 miles
    Test number
    523047916180
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBattery box corroded
  7. Pass157,612 miles (+2,965)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    157,612 miles
    Test number
    713357714354
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources not working two bulbs fitted (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box slight oil leak (2.1.5 (a))
  8. Pass154,647 miles (+5,957)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    154,647 miles
    Test number
    707358509752
    • DangerousOsr tyre is out of shape and getting low on tread
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
  9. Pass148,690 miles (+9,410)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    148,690 miles
    Test number
    124975939687
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  10. Pass139,280 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    139,280 miles
    Test number
    726147131529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre punctured (non repairable)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail139,280 miles (+8,562)3 dangerous13 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,280 miles
    Test number
    492471004610
    • DangerousFront Brake damaged to the extent that braking performance is affected prop shaft spline (1.1.21 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pivot excessively worn prop shaft universal joint (1.1.15 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake inadequately mounted prop shaft front universal joint to parking brake drum (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pivot excessively worn rear prop shaft rear universal joint (1.1.15 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre non repairable puncture
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass130,718 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    130,718 miles
    Test number
    277121038625
    • AdvisoryFreeplay in front hub bearings
  13. Fail130,715 miles (+9,483)13 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,715 miles
    Test number
    898432171278
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureHorn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure wiper arm (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) drop arm joint (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFreeplay in front hub bearings
  14. Pass121,232 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    121,232 miles
    Test number
    264273968353
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  15. Fail121,230 miles (+8,783)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,230 miles
    Test number
    344660563272
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a ball joint (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  16. Pass112,447 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    112,447 miles
    Test number
    696154634437
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear axle oil seal slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Fail112,440 miles (+8,260)19 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,440 miles
    Test number
    228539305201
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteRear number plate going dull
  18. Pass104,180 miles (+7,077)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    104,180 miles
    Test number
    869150614240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass97,103 miles (+2,131)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    97,103 miles
    Test number
    917130573176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass94,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    94,972 miles
    Test number
    879757362118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail94,972 miles (+6,292)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,972 miles
    Test number
    295236862153
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  22. Pass88,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    88,680 miles
    Test number
    888926921113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail88,680 miles (+4,108)14 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,680 miles
    Test number
    986505221114
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
  24. Pass84,572 miles (+9,533)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    84,572 miles
    Test number
    563267820188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass75,039 miles (+6,278)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    75,039 miles
    Test number
    430759729033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass68,761 miles (+5,741)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    68,761 miles
    Test number
    624991238062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail63,020 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,020 miles
    Test number
    282799627068
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  28. Pass63,020 miles (+5,507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    63,020 miles
    Test number
    494809627054
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  29. Pass57,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    57,513 miles
    Test number
    321412036064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail57,513 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,513 miles
    Test number
    412540126054
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Questions about K42 GFO

Does K42 GFO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K42 GFO is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K42 GFO?
The MOT on K42 GFO is valid until 10 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K42 GFO done?
K42 GFO was recorded at 166,144 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 5,415 miles a year.
Has K42 GFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K42 GFO has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on K42 GFO 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 K42 GFO find?
K42 GFO passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: front prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear u/j joint; front diff has got excessive play.

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