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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1992 · 2,495 cc

K78 HRMMOT history

K78 HRM is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 1992. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 203,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

K78 HRM black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
203,844 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K78 HRM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
1 Sept 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K78 HRM was last recorded at 203,844 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 2,603 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,241 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,603 miles
Average per year
4,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 203,844 miles
  • 2025 – 201,241 miles
  • 2023 – 199,115 miles
  • 2022 – 193,697 miles
  • 2020 – 193,293 miles
  • 2019 – 188,462 miles
  • 2018 – 185,708 miles
  • 2017 – 182,966 miles
  • 2016 – 179,716 miles
  • 2015 – 176,033 miles
  • 2014 – 172,409 miles
  • 2013 – 167,814 miles
  • 2012 – 164,922 miles
  • 2011 – 161,212 miles
  • 2010 – 156,879 miles
  • 2009 – 150,920 miles
  • 2008 – 144,485 miles
  • 2006 – 133,421 miles
  • 2005 – 122,593 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,844 miles
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2005–2008

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,844 miles (+2,603)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    203,844 miles
    Test number
    842393130315
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Pass201,241 miles (+2,126)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    201,241 miles
    Test number
    251664709310
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass199,115 miles (+5,418)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    199,115 miles
    Test number
    160295795378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass193,697 miles (+6)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    193,697 miles
    Test number
    625790414969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bump stop rubbers missing
    • AdvisoryChassis and brake pipes covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryExhaust system touching chassis
  5. Fail193,691 miles (+398)1 dangerous16 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,691 miles
    Test number
    265486818967
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush so worn or insecure that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis by mount (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis and spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis by box (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under steering column (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis and spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength tie arm mounts both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged all (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal whole chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Fail193,293 miles (+4,831)7 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,293 miles
    Test number
    732297413268
    • DangerousNearside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Middle of vehicle (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play steering box arm pin/bush (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass188,462 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    188,462 miles
    Test number
    555387606410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail188,461 miles (+2,753)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,461 miles
    Test number
    140853947614
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass185,708 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    185,708 miles
    Test number
    126364767929
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  10. Fail185,708 miles (+2,742)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,708 miles
    Test number
    421410161420
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear most (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear most (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  11. Pass182,966 miles (+76)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    182,966 miles
    Test number
    764958985346
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  12. Fail182,890 miles (+3,174)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,890 miles
    Test number
    793933715681
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  13. Pass179,716 miles (+3,683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    179,716 miles
    Test number
    341436743128
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
  14. Pass176,033 miles (+3,624)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    176,033 miles
    Test number
    507507753429
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  15. Pass172,409 miles (+4,595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    172,409 miles
    Test number
    746470824248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
  16. Pass167,814 miles (+2,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    167,814 miles
    Test number
    376844923497
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  17. Pass164,922 miles (+3,710)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    164,922 miles
    Test number
    995713412281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass161,212 miles (+4,333)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    161,212 miles
    Test number
    696513511267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass156,879 miles (+5,959)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    156,879 miles
    Test number
    460834820243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass150,920 miles (+6,435)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    150,920 miles
    Test number
    583065829200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass144,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    144,485 miles
    Test number
    122094268462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail144,485 miles (+4)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,485 miles
    Test number
    774244968058
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
  23. Fail144,481 miles (+11,060)14 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,481 miles
    Test number
    634173068031
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
  24. Pass133,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    133,421 miles
    Test number
    771649936303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail133,421 miles (+10,828)15 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,421 miles
    Test number
    640234936300
    • FailureCentre Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  26. Pass122,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    122,593 miles
    Test number
    792492345391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail122,593 miles10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,593 miles
    Test number
    344010045353
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Questions about K78 HRM

Does K78 HRM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K78 HRM is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on K78 HRM?
The MOT on K78 HRM is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K78 HRM done?
K78 HRM was recorded at 203,844 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 4,010 miles a year.
Has K78 HRM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K78 HRM has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on K78 HRM 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 K78 HRM find?
K78 HRM passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both; front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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