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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1992 · 2,495 cc

K61 DHPMOT history

K61 DHP is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Nov 1992. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 155,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

K61 DHP blue 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 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
155,985 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K61 DHP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
24 Nov 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K61 DHP was last recorded at 155,985 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Mar 2007: 60,169 miles, lower than 120,008 miles on 1 Mar 2006.

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
155,985 miles · 20 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,985 miles
  • 2025 – 155,458 miles
  • 2024 – 155,071 miles
  • 2023 – 153,799 miles
  • 2022 – 152,294 miles
  • 2017 – 60,300 miles
  • 2016 – 60,300 miles
  • 2015 – 60,300 miles
  • 2013 – 60,300 miles
  • 2012 – 60,298 miles
  • 2011 – 60,297 miles
  • 2010 – 60,291 miles
  • 2009 – 60,235 miles
  • 2008 – 60,200 miles
  • 2007 – 60,169 miles
  • 2006 – 120,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,985 miles
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass155,985 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    155,985 miles
    Test number
    150569111339
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Fail155,985 miles (+527)1 dangerous5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,985 miles
    Test number
    739248325078
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure mounting rubber missing. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Pass155,458 miles (+387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    155,458 miles
    Test number
    217802124621
    • AdvisoryFront swivel joints leaking

  4. Pass155,071 miles (+1,272)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    155,071 miles
    Test number
    683477996720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass153,799 miles (+1,505)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    153,799 miles
    Test number
    498439570533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass152,294 miles (+91,994)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    152,294 miles
    Test number
    104428429848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass60,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    60,300 miles
    Test number
    357048345759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass60,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    60,300 miles
    Test number
    963327357636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass60,300 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    60,300 miles
    Test number
    277276215238
    • NoteRear brake pipe greesed unable to check.

  10. Fail60,300 miles8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,300 miles
    Test number
    178245005468
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteN/S/R brake pipe covered in greese unable to check pipe.

  11. Pass60,300 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    60,300 miles
    Test number
    207638053435
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  12. Pass60,298 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    60,298 miles
    Test number
    896618852160
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHazzard warning tell tail shows trailer symbol

  13. Fail60,298 miles (+1)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,298 miles
    Test number
    847604842166
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHazzard warning tell tail shows trailer symbol

  14. Pass60,297 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    60,297 miles
    Test number
    229640041462
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass60,291 miles (+56)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,291 miles
    Test number
    323329330187
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteU/j on prop to winch badly worn

  16. Pass60,235 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    60,235 miles
    Test number
    374282889047
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass60,200 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    60,200 miles
    Test number
    802267778034
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail60,200 miles (+31)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,200 miles
    Test number
    473763778084
    • FailureNearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass60,169 miles (-59,839)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    60,169 miles
    Test number
    392174067081
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass120,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    120,008 miles
    Test number
    221540466097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail120,008 miles5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,008 miles
    Test number
    102630766074
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Questions about K61 DHP

Does K61 DHP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K61 DHP is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K61 DHP?
The MOT on K61 DHP is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K61 DHP done?
K61 DHP was recorded at 155,985 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 1,786 miles a year.
Has K61 DHP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K61 DHP has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K61 DHP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Mar 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K61 DHP find?
K61 DHP passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: steering box leaking oil.

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