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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

K68 KMAMOT history

K68 KMA is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Feb 1993. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 35 MOT tests, with 187,946 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

K68 KMA red 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 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
187,946 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
35
22 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K68 KMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Feb 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K68 KMA was last recorded at 187,946 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,940 miles · 20 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,946 miles
  • 2025 – 183,629 miles
  • 2024 – 177,032 miles
  • 2023 – 174,760 miles
  • 2022 – 166,306 miles
  • 2021 – 161,729 miles
  • 2020 – 156,128 miles
  • 2019 – 154,285 miles
  • 2018 – 150,271 miles
  • 2017 – 144,073 miles
  • 2016 – 141,221 miles
  • 2015 – 138,118 miles
  • 2014 – 128,907 miles
  • 2013 – 119,466 miles
  • 2012 – 110,655 miles
  • 2011 – 100,139 miles
  • 2010 – 88,311 miles
  • 2009 – 80,816 miles
  • 2008 – 72,657 miles
  • 2007 – 64,494 miles
  • 2006 – 56,411 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,946 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 11 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 11 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside front outer position lamp not workingRecorded 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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

35 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,946 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    187,946 miles
    Test number
    115833031968
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer position lamp not working

  2. Fail187,940 miles (+4,311)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,940 miles
    Test number
    880696152485
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc contaminated front axle oil leak - contaminated brake disc in oil (1.1.14 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer position lamp not working

  3. Pass183,629 miles (+6,597)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    183,629 miles
    Test number
    707277662994
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass177,032 miles (+2,272)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    177,032 miles
    Test number
    713272996565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass174,760 miles (+145)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    174,760 miles
    Test number
    822488354587
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear half shaft end cap missing

  6. Fail174,615 miles (+8,309)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,615 miles
    Test number
    537059751761
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear half shaft end cap missing

  7. Pass166,306 miles (+4,577)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    166,306 miles
    Test number
    677610088771
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass161,729 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    161,729 miles
    Test number
    926436759694
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive half shaft (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and central exhaust sections corroded

  9. Fail161,729 miles (+5,601)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,729 miles
    Test number
    458940864655
    • DangerousSteering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive half shaft (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and central exhaust sections corroded

  10. Pass156,128 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    156,128 miles
    Test number
    719950935945
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral and front exhaust sections corroded

  11. Fail156,128 miles (+1,843)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,128 miles
    Test number
    446666376596
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral and front exhaust sections corroded

  12. Pass154,285 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    154,285 miles
    Test number
    807898100319
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Fail154,281 miles (+4,010)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,281 miles
    Test number
    652730625033
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  14. Pass150,271 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    150,271 miles
    Test number
    599512098343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  15. Fail150,271 miles (+6,198)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,271 miles
    Test number
    923825419977
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside front indicator adversely affected by the operation of the offside indicator
    • AdvisoryNearside rear indicator adversely affected by the operation of the offside indicator

  16. Pass144,073 miles (+2,852)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    144,073 miles
    Test number
    561935727528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass141,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    141,221 miles
    Test number
    167132530163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail141,219 miles (+3,101)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,219 miles
    Test number
    311963759624
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play idler (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  19. Pass138,118 miles (+1)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    138,118 miles
    Test number
    706867065180
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFront wiperblades intermittently park in drivers view of the road
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn close to limit on outer edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn (tread depth 3mm)

  20. Fail138,117 miles (+2,664)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,117 miles
    Test number
    817932565121
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFront wiperblades intermittently park in drivers view of the road
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn close to limit on outer edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn (tread depth 3mm)

  21. Pass135,453 miles (+6,546)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    135,453 miles
    Test number
    258683725077
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNearside front wiperblade deterioated (torn at end)

  22. Pass128,907 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    128,907 miles
    Test number
    267123764433
    • NoteNearside and offside front hub seals slight leak
    • NoteNearside front and offside front seatbelts slightly frayed
    • NotePower steering pump slightly misting with oil
    • NoteSlight play offside front tractor joint
    • NoteSlight play offside rear wheel bearing

  23. Fail128,907 miles (+9,441)1 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,907 miles
    Test number
    297203364451
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteNearside and offside front hub seals slight leak
    • NoteNearside front and offside front seatbelts slightly frayed
    • NotePower steering pump slightly misting with oil
    • NoteSlight play offside front tractor joint
    • NoteSlight play offside rear wheel bearing

  24. Pass119,466 miles (+4)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    119,466 miles
    Test number
    998527153153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront wiperblades intermitently park in drivers view of the road

  25. Fail119,462 miles (+8,807)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,462 miles
    Test number
    209216653190
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront wiperblades intermitently park in drivers view of the road

  26. Pass110,655 miles (+10,516)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    110,655 miles
    Test number
    647823362120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront wipers intermittently park in drivers view of the road
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres worn on edges
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering drop link ball joint dust cover deterioated but still preventing the ingress of dirt

  27. Pass100,139 miles (+25)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    100,139 miles
    Test number
    116865361186
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  28. Fail100,114 miles (+11,803)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,114 miles
    Test number
    479804461102
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  29. Pass88,311 miles (+1)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    88,311 miles
    Test number
    743010240139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside floor pan corroded , and has got movement in the floor pan
    • NoteSigns of dampness around the fuel tank . no fault found
    • NoteSome brake pipes painted , full inspection not possible

  30. Fail88,310 miles (+7,494)6 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,310 miles
    Test number
    212439130425
    • FailureNearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside floor pan corroded , and has got movement in the floor pan
    • NoteRear backplates damp
    • NoteSigns of dampness around the fuel tank . no fault found
    • NoteSome brake pipes painted , full inspection not possible

  31. Pass80,816 miles (+69)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    80,816 miles
    Test number
    772098769100
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front track rod ends rubber boots split.
    • NoteOil leaks area of engine/gearbox.

  32. Fail80,747 miles (+8,090)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,747 miles
    Test number
    711871769133
    • FailureBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureFront brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front track rod ends rubber boots split.
    • NoteOil leaks area of engine/gearbox.

  33. Pass72,657 miles (+8,163)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    72,657 miles
    Test number
    110903468110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass64,494 miles (+8,083)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    64,494 miles
    Test number
    564765537178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass56,411 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    56,411 miles
    Test number
    221185626483
    • NoteBoth front steering arm ball joint rubber boot split and have some slight play. †nearside front tyre close to legal limit.

Questions about K68 KMA

Does K68 KMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K68 KMA is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K68 KMA?
The MOT on K68 KMA is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K68 KMA done?
K68 KMA was recorded at 187,946 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 6,503 miles a year.
Has K68 KMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K68 KMA has failed 13 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on K68 KMA 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 K68 KMA find?
K68 KMA passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive; power steering pump has slight seepage, and 1 more.

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