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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

K55 WJSMOT history

K55 WJS is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2024 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 135,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Nov 2023.

K55 WJS black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2024
Mileage
135,246 mi
At MOT on 30 Nov 2023
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,502 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K55 WJS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K55 WJS was last recorded at 135,246 miles on 30 Nov 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,242 miles · 28 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,502 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 135,246 miles
  • 2022 – 133,168 miles
  • 2021 – 131,048 miles
  • 2020 – 127,696 miles
  • 2018 – 121,645 miles
  • 2017 – 118,428 miles
  • 2014 – 115,473 miles
  • 2013 – 112,832 miles
  • 2012 – 106,068 miles
  • 2011 – 99,186 miles
  • 2010 – 90,845 miles
  • 2009 – 85,404 miles
  • 2008 – 73,752 miles
  • 2007 – 59,797 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,246 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Coil spring corroded all 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/f n/s/f

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front hub seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bushes split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,246 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    135,246 miles
    Test number
    840937026252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail135,242 miles (+2,074)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,242 miles
    Test number
    152334041856
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass133,168 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    133,168 miles
    Test number
    862421716456
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/f n/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal
    • AdvisoryRear tow bar area corroded

  4. Fail133,168 miles (+2,120)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,168 miles
    Test number
    883357169570
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting beside tow bar area (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/f n/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal

  5. Pass131,048 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    131,048 miles
    Test number
    921393569528
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust silencer baffle insecure

  6. Fail131,046 miles (+3,350)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,046 miles
    Test number
    519005952064
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle handle insecure (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust silencer baffle insecure

  7. Pass127,696 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    127,696 miles
    Test number
    924150124226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail127,694 miles (+6,049)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,694 miles
    Test number
    232244679807
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced X member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass121,645 miles (+3,217)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    121,645 miles
    Test number
    988806092673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass118,428 miles (+2,955)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    118,428 miles
    Test number
    121414868775
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear (5.2.6)

  11. Pass115,473 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    115,473 miles
    Test number
    766818884237
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail115,472 miles (+2,640)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,472 miles
    Test number
    598807584284
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass112,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    112,832 miles
    Test number
    977595903295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail112,832 miles (+6,764)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,832 miles
    Test number
    367493203412
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

  15. Pass106,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    106,068 miles
    Test number
    466272792146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail106,068 miles (+6,882)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,068 miles
    Test number
    665131892162
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • Note7 pin socket insecure

  17. Pass99,186 miles (+8,341)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    99,186 miles
    Test number
    747106891199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass90,845 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    90,845 miles
    Test number
    684040240176
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  19. Fail90,844 miles (+5,440)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,844 miles
    Test number
    193058130161
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  20. Pass85,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    85,404 miles
    Test number
    260768649178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail85,404 miles (+11,652)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,404 miles
    Test number
    312588049130
    • FailureFront registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Fail73,752 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,752 miles
    Test number
    101227428162
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Pass73,752 miles (+13,955)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    73,752 miles
    Test number
    361117828133
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass59,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    59,797 miles
    Test number
    520458957036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail59,797 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,797 miles
    Test number
    211347457095
    • FailureBrake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureMechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Questions about K55 WJS

Does K55 WJS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K55 WJS expired on 29 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K55 WJS?
The MOT on K55 WJS expired on 29 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K55 WJS done?
K55 WJS was recorded at 135,246 miles at its MOT on 30 Nov 2023, an average of 4,502 miles a year.
Has K55 WJS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K55 WJS has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on K55 WJS 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 K55 WJS find?
K55 WJS passed its latest MOT on 30 Nov 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm; oil leak, but not excessive.

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