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Land Rover Defender

Green · Petrol · 1993 · 3,528 cc

K58 NSLMOT history

K58 NSL is a green petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Jun 1993. Its MOT is valid until 7 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 78,998 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

K58 NSL green 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 7 Feb 2027
Mileage
78,998 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,635 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K58 NSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,528 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
28 Jun 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K58 NSL was last recorded at 78,998 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 2,886 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Jul 2009: 51,114 miles, lower than 51,199 miles on 27 Jun 2008.

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
76,112 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,886 miles
Average per year
1,635 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,998 miles
  • 2025 – 76,112 miles
  • 2024 – 74,575 miles
  • 2023 – 72,921 miles
  • 2021 – 68,086 miles
  • 2020 – 64,458 miles
  • 2019 – 61,104 miles
  • 2018 – 57,479 miles
  • 2014 – 57,050 miles
  • 2013 – 56,496 miles
  • 2011 – 54,705 miles
  • 2010 – 52,743 miles
  • 2009 – 51,114 miles
  • 2008 – 51,199 miles
  • 2007 – 49,229 miles
  • 2006 – 47,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,998 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass78,998 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    78,998 miles
    Test number
    563751336441
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail78,998 miles (+2,886)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,998 miles
    Test number
    780367520664
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass76,112 miles (+1,537)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    76,112 miles
    Test number
    713577305419
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch liner holed

  4. Pass74,575 miles (+1,654)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    74,575 miles
    Test number
    749914550033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass72,921 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    72,921 miles
    Test number
    761817181343
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion noted to front bulkhead below brake servo mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play forward joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear noted across tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads both o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail72,920 miles (+4,834)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,920 miles
    Test number
    394649852303
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Y piece to centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre silencer and at repair to Y section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion noted to front bulkhead below brake servo mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play forward joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear noted across tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads both o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass68,086 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    68,086 miles
    Test number
    715519763176
    • AdvisoryOffside Swivel ball seal leaking oil slightly.

  8. Fail68,086 miles (+3,628)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,086 miles
    Test number
    556527256498
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Swivel ball seal leaking oil slightly.

  9. Pass64,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    64,458 miles
    Test number
    286034139734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail64,458 miles (+3,354)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,458 miles
    Test number
    371418153425
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass61,104 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    61,104 miles
    Test number
    590352093635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail61,098 miles (+3,619)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,098 miles
    Test number
    155383204395
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  13. Pass57,479 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    57,479 miles
    Test number
    382806025923
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front head lamp bezel rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryPassenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed both rears (6.2.B.2)

  14. Fail57,479 miles (+429)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,479 miles
    Test number
    498734218127
    • FailureRear reflector missing both rears (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front head lamp bezel rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryPassenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed both rears (6.2.B.2)

  15. Pass57,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    57,050 miles
    Test number
    478233664434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail57,050 miles (+554)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,050 miles
    Test number
    916467454358
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass56,496 miles (+1,791)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    56,496 miles
    Test number
    336183073431
    • NoteBrake pipes and brake hose ferrules coated with copper grease unable to examine properly

  18. Pass54,705 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    54,705 miles
    Test number
    936102991150
    • NoteO/s/rear bump stop missing
    • NoteSlight movement ato/s/front radius arm bush
    • NoteSlight wear at n/s/rear roll bar link bush
    • NoteSlight wear at steering damper bush

  19. Fail54,695 miles (+1,952)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,695 miles
    Test number
    739752891191
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • NoteO/s/rear bump stop missing
    • NoteSlight movement ato/s/front radius arm bush
    • NoteSlight wear at n/s/rear roll bar link bush
    • NoteSlight wear at steering damper bush

  20. Pass52,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    52,743 miles
    Test number
    480970490124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail52,743 miles (+1,629)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,743 miles
    Test number
    862769580137
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteCorrosion at o/s/front out rigger
    • NoteN/s/front footwell rotten
    • NoteO/s/rear bump stop miising
    • NoteRear discs pitted

  22. Pass51,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    51,114 miles
    Test number
    733960799104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail51,114 miles (-85)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,114 miles
    Test number
    771079289121
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  24. Pass51,199 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    51,199 miles
    Test number
    113939478124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail51,183 miles (+1,954)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,183 miles
    Test number
    563308778168
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside headlamp not of halogen type

  26. Pass49,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    49,229 miles
    Test number
    373435007237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail49,229 miles (+2,218)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,229 miles
    Test number
    590804207207
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  28. Pass47,011 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    47,011 miles
    Test number
    710592196158
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Questions about K58 NSL

Does K58 NSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K58 NSL is valid until 7 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K58 NSL?
The MOT on K58 NSL is valid until 7 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K58 NSL done?
K58 NSL was recorded at 78,998 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 1,635 miles a year.
Has K58 NSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K58 NSL has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on K58 NSL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Jul 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K58 NSL find?
K58 NSL passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive engine; rear oil leak, but not excessive diff.

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