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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

K61 CNBMOT history

K61 CNB is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 Jan 1993. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 235,171 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

K61 CNB grey 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 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
235,171 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K61 CNB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
18 Jan 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K61 CNB was last recorded at 235,171 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 46 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
235,125 miles · 10 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
46 miles
Average per year
2,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 235,171 miles
  • 2025 – 235,125 miles
  • 2024 – 233,444 miles
  • 2023 – 231,778 miles
  • 2022 – 229,124 miles
  • 2021 – 228,225 miles
  • 2015 – 227,429 miles
  • 2014 – 227,133 miles
  • 2013 – 226,308 miles
  • 2012 – 225,413 miles
  • 2011 – 224,788 miles
  • 2010 – 223,373 miles
  • 2009 – 222,453 miles
  • 2008 – 214,391 miles
  • 2007 – 202,978 miles
  • 2006 – 194,541 miles
  • 2005 – 185,764 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass235,171 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 Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Hazard warning tell-tale inoperative

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion body out riggers corroded/holes ,but not considered dangerous yet (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Axle oil leaking onto N/S/rear brake disc

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass235,171 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    235,171 miles
    Test number
    382841655662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail235,125 miles (+1,681)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,125 miles
    Test number
    727702561276
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering box drop arm likely to become detached Drop arm loose on splines (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission Half shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength Shock absorber Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front minor leak from swivel joint
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass233,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    233,444 miles
    Test number
    659421342178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail233,444 miles (+1,666)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,444 miles
    Test number
    811977610822
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass231,778 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    231,778 miles
    Test number
    352014315309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail231,764 miles (+2,640)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,764 miles
    Test number
    607175342881
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Leak off pipes on engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Ball joint on steering drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass229,124 miles (+899)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    229,124 miles
    Test number
    740529319846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass228,225 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    228,225 miles
    Test number
    668215130220
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail228,221 miles (+792)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,221 miles
    Test number
    190296476767
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass227,429 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    227,429 miles
    Test number
    254513143149
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion body out riggers corroded/holes ,but not considered dangerous yet (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryAxle oil leaking onto N/S/rear brake disc

  11. Fail227,429 miles (+296)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,429 miles
    Test number
    179557879240
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureStop lamp emits other than a steady red light both/bulbs (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion body out riggers corroded/holes ,but not considered dangerous yet (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryAxle oil leaking onto N/S/rear brake disc

  12. Pass227,133 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    227,133 miles
    Test number
    246229274220
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

  13. Fail227,133 miles (+825)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,133 miles
    Test number
    617529674216
    • Repaired at testRear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

  14. Pass226,308 miles (+895)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    226,308 miles
    Test number
    367320593419
    • AdvisorySteering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  15. Pass225,413 miles (+20)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    225,413 miles
    Test number
    398833592286
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteO/S/R tyre perished on tread

  16. Fail225,393 miles (+605)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,393 miles
    Test number
    699875282288
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteO/S/R tyre perished on tread

  17. Pass224,788 miles (+25)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    224,788 miles
    Test number
    389218691494
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteNoted wiper sweep not full sweep

  18. Fail224,763 miles (+1,390)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,763 miles
    Test number
    336235981413
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureRear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteNoted wiper sweep not full sweep

  19. Pass223,373 miles (+920)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    223,373 miles
    Test number
    840704990292
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteWipers not covering whole sweep.

  20. Pass222,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    222,453 miles
    Test number
    461929889266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail222,453 miles (+8,062)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,453 miles
    Test number
    323198389488
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  22. Pass214,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    214,391 miles
    Test number
    310100118397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail214,391 miles (+11,413)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,391 miles
    Test number
    533884508334
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

  24. Pass202,978 miles (+8,437)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    202,978 miles
    Test number
    113039977277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass194,541 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    194,541 miles
    Test number
    590170216362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail194,537 miles (+8,773)3 failures8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,537 miles
    Test number
    550974706304
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront caliper feed pipes getting corroded
    • NoteFront drag link end rubber gaiter split
    • NoteFront panhard rod
    • NoteRear spring top retaining brackets getting corroded
    • NoteSome corrosion rear chassis rails
    • NoteSome play msteering column lower ujs
    • NoteSome play steering reaction balljoints
    • NoteSteering box showing signs of weeping

  27. Pass185,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    185,764 miles
    Test number
    983376405357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail185,764 miles7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,764 miles
    Test number
    570085905391
    • FailureNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.C4)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • NoteOil warning lamp in/op ,and oil high on dipstick

Questions about K61 CNB

Does K61 CNB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K61 CNB is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K61 CNB?
The MOT on K61 CNB is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K61 CNB done?
K61 CNB was recorded at 235,171 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 2,444 miles a year.
Has K61 CNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K61 CNB has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on K61 CNB 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 K61 CNB find?
K61 CNB passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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