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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

K74 KACMOT history

K74 KAC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 11 May 1993. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 96,974 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

K74 KAC green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2026
Mileage
96,974 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K74 KAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
11 May 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K74 KAC was last recorded at 96,974 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 444 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,530 miles · 30 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
444 miles
Average per year
1,597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,974 miles
  • 2024 – 96,530 miles
  • 2023 – 96,127 miles
  • 2022 – 95,702 miles
  • 2020 – 94,064 miles
  • 2019 – 93,127 miles
  • 2018 – 92,522 miles
  • 2017 – 92,016 miles
  • 2016 – 91,648 miles
  • 2015 – 89,865 miles
  • 2014 – 89,406 miles
  • 2013 – 88,215 miles
  • 2012 – 86,254 miles
  • 2010 – 82,711 miles
  • 2009 – 78,998 miles
  • 2008 – 74,586 miles
  • 2007 – 71,069 miles
  • 2006 – 66,657 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,974 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,974 miles (+444)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    96,974 miles
    Test number
    693268683665
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass96,530 miles (+403)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    96,530 miles
    Test number
    515802959167
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass96,127 miles (+425)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    96,127 miles
    Test number
    430394134676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,702 miles (+1,638)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    95,702 miles
    Test number
    904857136247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass94,064 miles (+937)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    94,064 miles
    Test number
    245078667441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass93,127 miles (+605)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,127 miles
    Test number
    869115977618
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around vehicle.

  7. Pass92,522 miles (+506)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    92,522 miles
    Test number
    252651022357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,016 miles (+368)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,016 miles
    Test number
    594160953983
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  9. Pass91,648 miles (+1,783)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    91,648 miles
    Test number
    253660442969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail89,865 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,865 miles
    Test number
    298841195007
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass89,865 miles (+459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    89,865 miles
    Test number
    428851295084
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass89,406 miles (+1,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    89,406 miles
    Test number
    685251004102
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass88,215 miles (+1,961)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    88,215 miles
    Test number
    575725493012
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass86,254 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    86,254 miles
    Test number
    166015242007
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteExhaust front section getting deteriorated
    • NoteSteering damper bushes slight wear.

  15. Fail86,254 miles (+3,543)2 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,254 miles
    Test number
    189195042003
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteExhaust front section getting deteriorated
    • NoteSteering damper bushes slight wear.

  16. Pass82,711 miles (+3,713)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    82,711 miles
    Test number
    434531730428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,998 miles (+43)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    78,998 miles
    Test number
    224462429335
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail78,955 miles (+4,369)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,955 miles
    Test number
    590028319397
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass74,586 miles (+3,517)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    74,586 miles
    Test number
    204262218308
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAdvise o/s/r hub oil leak

  20. Pass71,069 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    71,069 miles
    Test number
    223389037388
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Fail71,050 miles (+4,393)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,050 miles
    Test number
    963505237305
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  22. Pass66,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    66,657 miles
    Test number
    970846996295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K74 KAC

Does K74 KAC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K74 KAC expired on 14 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K74 KAC?
The MOT on K74 KAC expired on 14 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K74 KAC done?
K74 KAC was recorded at 96,974 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 1,597 miles a year.
Has K74 KAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K74 KAC has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2015.
Has the mileage on K74 KAC 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 K74 KAC find?
K74 KAC passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged; offside front tyre slightly damaged; offside rear tyre slightly damaged.

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