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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

K80 DDJMOT history

K80 DDJ is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 62,212 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

K80 DDJ 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 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
62,212 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K80 DDJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K80 DDJ was last recorded at 62,212 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Apr 2022: 57,709 miles, lower than 565,838 miles on 21 Apr 2021.

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
62,206 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
1,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,212 miles
  • 2025 – 61,503 miles
  • 2024 – 60,566 miles
  • 2023 – 59,298 miles
  • 2022 – 57,709 miles
  • 2021 – 565,838 miles
  • 2020 – 55,608 miles
  • 2019 – 54,898 miles
  • 2018 – 54,026 miles
  • 2017 – 52,173 miles
  • 2016 – 51,386 miles
  • 2015 – 50,141 miles
  • 2014 – 49,154 miles
  • 2013 – 48,152 miles
  • 2012 – 46,933 miles
  • 2011 – 45,157 miles
  • 2010 – 42,826 miles
  • 2009 – 40,237 miles
  • 2008 – 37,235 miles
  • 2007 – 33,350 miles
  • 2006 – 29,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,212 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Mud guard mount corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel joint slight leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Drag link (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass62,212 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    62,212 miles
    Test number
    973714627248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Mud guard mount corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel joint slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Drag link (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail62,206 miles (+703)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,206 miles
    Test number
    924425456445
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking Fuel regulator (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Mud guard mount corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel joint slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Drag link (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass61,503 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    61,503 miles
    Test number
    963193219991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail61,497 miles (+931)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,497 miles
    Test number
    656173110118
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass60,566 miles (+1,268)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    60,566 miles
    Test number
    882078431294
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Steering box ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass59,298 miles (+1,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    59,298 miles
    Test number
    529900361654
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel pin housing slightly leaking

  7. Pass57,709 miles (-508,129)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    57,709 miles
    Test number
    573684383894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass565,838 miles (+510,230)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    565,838 miles
    Test number
    232288252802
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint leaking but not on to brakes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Slight (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass55,608 miles (+710)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    55,608 miles
    Test number
    310737082986
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering swivel joint seal leaking but not on to brakes

  10. Pass54,898 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    54,898 miles
    Test number
    614665030748
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering Swivel joint leaking but has not contaminated brakes
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Ceossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail54,898 miles (+872)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,898 miles
    Test number
    387157212716
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering Swivel joint leaking but has not contaminated brakes
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Ceossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass54,026 miles (+1,853)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    54,026 miles
    Test number
    779942085009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Pass52,173 miles (+787)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    52,173 miles
    Test number
    202193598450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,386 miles (+1,245)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    51,386 miles
    Test number
    398936591069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,141 miles (+987)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    50,141 miles
    Test number
    358818165030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,154 miles (+1,002)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    49,154 miles
    Test number
    667109774036
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside front brake binding slightly

  17. Pass48,152 miles (+1,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    48,152 miles
    Test number
    247917563002
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass46,933 miles (+1,776)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    46,933 miles
    Test number
    385808982074
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  19. Pass45,157 miles (+2,331)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    45,157 miles
    Test number
    466799041068
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished

  20. Pass42,826 miles (+2,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    42,826 miles
    Test number
    411164040126
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  21. Pass40,237 miles (+3,002)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    40,237 miles
    Test number
    311969839122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,235 miles (+3,885)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    37,235 miles
    Test number
    590601448126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,350 miles (+3,727)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    33,350 miles
    Test number
    393144347169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    29,623 miles
    Test number
    113073246119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K80 DDJ

Does K80 DDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K80 DDJ is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K80 DDJ?
The MOT on K80 DDJ is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K80 DDJ done?
K80 DDJ was recorded at 62,212 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 1,638 miles a year.
Has K80 DDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K80 DDJ has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K80 DDJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Apr 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K80 DDJ find?
K80 DDJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front mud guard mount corroded; nearside front swivel joint slight leak; offside front steering linkage ball joint has slight play drag link.

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