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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1992 · 2,495 cc

K45 GFOMOT history

K45 GFO is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1992. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 37 MOT tests, with 156,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

K45 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 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
156,514 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
37
20 passed · 17 failed
Per year
3,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K45 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 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K45 GFO was last recorded at 156,514 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,504 miles · 3 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
3,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,514 miles
  • 2025 – 155,367 miles
  • 2024 – 154,871 miles
  • 2022 – 153,958 miles
  • 2021 – 153,033 miles
  • 2020 – 152,741 miles
  • 2019 – 150,405 miles
  • 2018 – 145,807 miles
  • 2017 – 138,991 miles
  • 2016 – 133,926 miles
  • 2015 – 125,775 miles
  • 2014 – 123,422 miles
  • 2013 – 120,548 miles
  • 2012 – 118,657 miles
  • 2011 – 116,556 miles
  • 2010 – 111,681 miles
  • 2009 – 109,965 miles
  • 2008 – 109,952 miles
  • 2007 – 105,627 miles
  • 2006 – 99,355 miles
  • 2005 – 93,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,514 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 12 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Battery tray corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

37 tests since 11 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,514 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    156,514 miles
    Test number
    512598871918
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail156,504 miles (+1,137)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,504 miles
    Test number
    461772728857
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass155,367 miles (+496)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    155,367 miles
    Test number
    674277019490
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass154,871 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    154,871 miles
    Test number
    839524598171
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Fail154,871 miles (+913)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,871 miles
    Test number
    269458236267
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Pass153,958 miles (+62)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    153,958 miles
    Test number
    405326969165
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Fail153,896 miles (+863)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,896 miles
    Test number
    592523825012
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Pass153,033 miles (+62)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    153,033 miles
    Test number
    625533166458
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Fail152,971 miles (+230)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,971 miles
    Test number
    163530134899
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  10. Pass152,741 miles (+2,336)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    152,741 miles
    Test number
    796835583228
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery tray corroded
  11. Pass150,405 miles (+64)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    150,405 miles
    Test number
    174930208327
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery tray corroded
  12. Fail150,341 miles (+4,534)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,341 miles
    Test number
    731097740930
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chaasis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery tray corroded
  13. Pass145,807 miles (+6,816)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    145,807 miles
    Test number
    805114298749
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub has slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  14. Pass138,991 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    138,991 miles
    Test number
    278989710089
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer hub leaking oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion near spring mount (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside seat belt receiver cover missing
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  15. Fail138,987 miles (+5,061)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,987 miles
    Test number
    977012705567
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer hub leaking oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion near spring mount (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside seat belt receiver cover missing
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  16. Pass133,926 miles (+8,151)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    133,926 miles
    Test number
    537744481595
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside seat belt receiver cover missing not effecting the operation of the belt
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  17. Pass125,775 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    125,775 miles
    Test number
    449543405167
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  18. Fail125,768 miles (+2,346)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,768 miles
    Test number
    608657595056
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  19. Fail123,422 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,422 miles
    Test number
    116890004155
    • Repaired at testOffside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • NoteCenter exh mount is splitting ?
  20. Pass123,422 miles (+2,874)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    123,422 miles
    Test number
    555840204124
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • NoteCenter exh mount is splitting ?
  21. Pass120,548 miles (+5)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    120,548 miles
    Test number
    237885213102
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Fail120,543 miles (+1,886)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,543 miles
    Test number
    486248103138
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
  23. Pass118,657 miles (+13)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    118,657 miles
    Test number
    976560812169
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
  24. Fail118,644 miles (+2,088)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,644 miles
    Test number
    669183702172
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
  25. Pass116,556 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    116,556 miles
    Test number
    778281101115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail116,526 miles (+4,845)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,526 miles
    Test number
    169347691499
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
  27. Pass111,681 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    111,681 miles
    Test number
    764639190018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail111,664 miles (+1,699)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,664 miles
    Test number
    822527990099
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  29. Pass109,965 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    109,965 miles
    Test number
    950127599025
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  30. Fail109,965 miles (+13)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,965 miles
    Test number
    534237499060
    • FailureDipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (1.7.4b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  31. Fail109,952 miles (+4,325)13 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,952 miles
    Test number
    662958188201
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre brake drum insecure (3.5.1i)
    • FailureDipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (1.7.4b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  32. Pass105,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    105,627 miles
    Test number
    454571927233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail105,627 miles (+6,272)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,627 miles
    Test number
    612281027216
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  34. Pass99,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    99,355 miles
    Test number
    691387646206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail99,355 miles (+6,184)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,355 miles
    Test number
    334125536293
    • FailureFront Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  36. Pass93,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    93,171 miles
    Test number
    934434335235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Fail93,171 miles12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,171 miles
    Test number
    731233225204
    • FailureCentre Front Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)
    • FailureCentre Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • FailureCentre Rear Front drive shaft coupling has excessive play in a universal joint bearing (2.4.G.6b)
    • FailureNearside Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about K45 GFO

Does K45 GFO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K45 GFO is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K45 GFO?
The MOT on K45 GFO is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K45 GFO done?
K45 GFO was recorded at 156,514 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 3,090 miles a year.
Has K45 GFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K45 GFO has failed 17 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on K45 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 K45 GFO find?
K45 GFO passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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