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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,947 cc

K50 DEFMOT history

K50 DEF is a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2024 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 63,074 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2023.

K50 DEF blue 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 22 Dec 2024
Mileage
63,074 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2022
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K50 DEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,947 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K50 DEF was last recorded at 63,074 miles on 13 Dec 2022, 1,516 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,558 miles · 17 Aug 2018
Between the last two tests
1,516 miles
Average per year
2,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 63,074 miles
  • 2018 – 61,558 miles
  • 2017 – 61,524 miles
  • 2013 – 58,259 miles
  • 2012 – 52,868 miles
  • 2011 – 47,051 miles
  • 2010 – 41,442 miles
  • 2008 – 31,883 miles
  • 2007 – 30,881 miles
  • 2006 – 28,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

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.

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    535184837259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. FailMileage not read1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    897143165828
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass63,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    63,074 miles
    Test number
    660520888977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    866891336305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    780771073332
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes covered in underseal

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    926526592194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    818333132112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail61,558 miles (+34)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,558 miles
    Test number
    896505029176
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass61,524 miles (+3,265)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    61,524 miles
    Test number
    234419301618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,259 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    58,259 miles
    Test number
    289168553472
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Fail58,259 miles (+5,391)5 dangerous7 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,259 miles
    Test number
    925971453186
    • DangerousCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass52,868 miles (+5,817)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    52,868 miles
    Test number
    159339532132
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  13. Pass47,051 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    47,051 miles
    Test number
    669759121187
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  14. Fail47,051 miles (+5,609)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,051 miles
    Test number
    385139621114
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass41,442 miles (+9,559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    41,442 miles
    Test number
    203068210136
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass31,883 miles (+1,002)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    31,883 miles
    Test number
    694079428128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,881 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    30,881 miles
    Test number
    931094417248
    • NoteLight perishing on all tyres tread areas

  18. Fail30,881 miles (+2,702)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,881 miles
    Test number
    953354917295
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteLight perishing on all tyres tread areas

  19. Pass28,179 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    28,179 miles
    Test number
    792433416267
    • NoteCorrosion on exhaust joints

Questions about K50 DEF

Does K50 DEF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K50 DEF expired on 22 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K50 DEF?
The MOT on K50 DEF expired on 22 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K50 DEF done?
K50 DEF was recorded at 63,074 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2022, an average of 2,132 miles a year.
Has K50 DEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K50 DEF has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on K50 DEF 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 K50 DEF find?
K50 DEF passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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