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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1992 · 2,495 cc

K52 DDUMOT history

K52 DDU is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 22 Oct 1992. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 128,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

K52 DDU grey Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
128,206 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,881 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K52 DDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
22 Oct 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K52 DDU was last recorded at 128,206 miles on 16 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Apr 2026: 128,206 miles, lower than 136,556 miles on 27 Mar 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
136,556 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Average per year
5,881 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,206 miles
  • 2025 – 136,556 miles
  • 2024 – 133,081 miles
  • 2023 – 128,636 miles
  • 2020 – 111,292 miles
  • 2019 – 90,497 miles
  • 2018 – 83,972 miles
  • 2017 – 79,395 miles
  • 2016 – 77,987 miles
  • 2015 – 73,065 miles
  • 2014 – 68,211 miles
  • 2013 – 63,377 miles
  • 2008 – 62,972 miles
  • 2007 – 62,062 miles
  • 2006 – 10,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,206 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 Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,206 miles (-8,350)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    128,206 miles
    Test number
    253814041329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass136,556 miles (+3,475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    136,556 miles
    Test number
    903037984557
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass133,081 miles (+4,445)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    133,081 miles
    Test number
    439942822632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass128,636 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    128,636 miles
    Test number
    634248710283
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    145665096132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass111,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    111,292 miles
    Test number
    440032757323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail111,292 miles (+20,795)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,292 miles
    Test number
    851391982538
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass90,497 miles (+6,525)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    90,497 miles
    Test number
    766999408138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,972 miles (+4,577)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    83,972 miles
    Test number
    641456211970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,395 miles (+1,408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    79,395 miles
    Test number
    612756652628
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass77,987 miles (+4,922)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    77,987 miles
    Test number
    532217017253
    • AdvisoryFront Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass73,065 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    73,065 miles
    Test number
    619768955073
    • NoteTransfer box has oil leak

  13. Fail73,065 miles (+4,854)12 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,065 miles
    Test number
    837357045002
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureTowbar locking device insecure (6.6.3b)
    • FailureTowbar support obviously of an inappropriate size (6.6.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteElectrical wire rubbing through on the front prop shaft
    • NoteFront prop shaft has excessive play
    • NoteFront prop shaft uj's worn
    • NoteOffside headlight low output
    • NoteReverse light broken and not working
    • NoteTransfer box has oil leak

  14. Pass68,211 miles (+4,834)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    68,211 miles
    Test number
    226114064057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,377 miles (+405)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    63,377 miles
    Test number
    225873763063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail62,972 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,972 miles
    Test number
    362604588415
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

  17. Pass62,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    62,972 miles
    Test number
    380434988470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail62,972 miles (+910)1 dangerous11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,972 miles
    Test number
    170735548226
    • DangerousOffside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureSteering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  19. Pass62,062 miles (+51,556)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    62,062 miles
    Test number
    642422017277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    10,506 miles
    Test number
    561207236156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail10,506 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,506 miles
    Test number
    281811106112
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Questions about K52 DDU

Does K52 DDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K52 DDU is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K52 DDU?
The MOT on K52 DDU is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K52 DDU done?
K52 DDU was recorded at 128,206 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 5,881 miles a year.
Has K52 DDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K52 DDU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on K52 DDU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Apr 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K52 DDU find?
K52 DDU passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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