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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

K47 HKWMOT history

K47 HKW is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Jun 1993. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 159,040 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

K47 HKW red 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 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
159,040 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,521 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K47 HKW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
29 Jun 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K47 HKW was last recorded at 159,040 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,031 miles · 17 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
3,521 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,040 miles
  • 2024 – 155,257 miles
  • 2023 – 153,589 miles
  • 2022 – 151,874 miles
  • 2021 – 149,428 miles
  • 2020 – 147,547 miles
  • 2019 – 145,722 miles
  • 2018 – 145,185 miles
  • 2017 – 144,646 miles
  • 2016 – 144,379 miles
  • 2015 – 143,526 miles
  • 2014 – 141,058 miles
  • 2013 – 136,572 miles
  • 2012 – 132,636 miles
  • 2011 – 126,527 miles
  • 2009 – 117,926 miles
  • 2008 – 111,804 miles
  • 2007 – 102,898 miles
  • 2006 – 95,671 miles
  • 2005 – 88,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,040 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

35 tests since 21 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,040 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    159,040 miles
    Test number
    847045472599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail159,031 miles (+3,774)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,031 miles
    Test number
    337141449576
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass155,257 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    155,257 miles
    Test number
    642960256323
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail155,248 miles (+1,659)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,248 miles
    Test number
    270501469055
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass153,589 miles (+1,715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    153,589 miles
    Test number
    818494441865
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  6. Pass151,874 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    151,874 miles
    Test number
    928254852984
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail151,873 miles (+2,445)1 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,873 miles
    Test number
    492077426698
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass149,428 miles (+1,881)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    149,428 miles
    Test number
    568969800069
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass147,547 miles (+1,825)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    147,547 miles
    Test number
    520382628024
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass145,722 miles (+537)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    145,722 miles
    Test number
    587636155237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass145,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    145,185 miles
    Test number
    596676192573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail145,185 miles (+539)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,185 miles
    Test number
    527114162841
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass144,646 miles (+267)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    144,646 miles
    Test number
    744817064117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass144,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    144,379 miles
    Test number
    727786780121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail144,379 miles (+853)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,379 miles
    Test number
    260075784258
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  16. Fail143,526 miles (+2,468)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,526 miles
    Test number
    399755655581
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative only working on one side (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass141,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    141,058 miles
    Test number
    629716554368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail141,058 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,058 miles
    Test number
    829946454326
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Fail141,058 miles (+4,486)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,058 miles
    Test number
    516208624383
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass136,572 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    136,572 miles
    Test number
    895678513356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail136,572 miles (+3,936)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,572 miles
    Test number
    497387913414
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass132,636 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    132,636 miles
    Test number
    988475522361
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  23. Fail132,636 miles (+6,109)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,636 miles
    Test number
    616244222391
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  24. Pass126,527 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    126,527 miles
    Test number
    889715621322
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  25. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    563775130337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. FailMileage not read4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    134107020343
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass117,926 miles (+6,122)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    117,926 miles
    Test number
    324978289411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass111,804 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    111,804 miles
    Test number
    904394128356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Fail111,804 miles (+8,906)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,804 miles
    Test number
    311123428375
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Pass102,898 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    102,898 miles
    Test number
    144410327383
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Fail102,898 miles (+7,227)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,898 miles
    Test number
    551598317387
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  32. Pass95,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    95,671 miles
    Test number
    452813036497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail95,671 miles9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,671 miles
    Test number
    832071336335
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  34. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    224098625361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail88,634 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,634 miles
    Test number
    692465325376
    • FailureCentre Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Questions about K47 HKW

Does K47 HKW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K47 HKW is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on K47 HKW?
The MOT on K47 HKW is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K47 HKW done?
K47 HKW was recorded at 159,040 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 3,521 miles a year.
Has K47 HKW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K47 HKW has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on K47 HKW 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 K47 HKW find?
K47 HKW passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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