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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

K80 MRUMOT history

K80 MRU is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 184,034 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

K80 MRU grey 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 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
184,034 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
8,161 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K80 MRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K80 MRU was last recorded at 184,034 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Feb 2013: 74,287 miles, lower than 671,040 miles on 22 Feb 2012.
  • 5 Feb 2015: 85,944 miles, lower than 823,284 miles on 27 Feb 2014.
  • 5 May 2017: 115,211 miles, lower than 116,070 miles on 2 May 2017.
  • 27 May 2020: 156,651 miles, lower than 156,974 miles on 22 May 2020.

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
184,034 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,161 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,034 miles
  • 2025 – 179,985 miles
  • 2024 – 175,046 miles
  • 2023 – 172,180 miles
  • 2022 – 167,167 miles
  • 2021 – 160,980 miles
  • 2020 – 156,651 miles
  • 2019 – 144,539 miles
  • 2018 – 128,780 miles
  • 2017 – 115,211 miles
  • 2016 – 104,327 miles
  • 2015 – 86,729 miles
  • 2014 – 823,284 miles
  • 2013 – 74,287 miles
  • 2012 – 671,040 miles
  • 2011 – 61,102 miles
  • 2010 – 55,399 miles
  • 2009 – 49,305 miles
  • 2008 – 41,485 miles
  • 2007 – 30,840 miles
  • 2006 – 20,190 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,034 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm ball joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Central body support mount corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both nearside & offside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both nearside & offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front of the two (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

36 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,034 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    184,034 miles
    Test number
    912709621410
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm ball joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Central body support mount corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail184,034 miles (+4,049)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,034 miles
    Test number
    412132300598
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Hole caused by corrosion near tow bar mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm ball joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Central body support mount corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass179,985 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    179,985 miles
    Test number
    990409338287
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides body supports (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail179,985 miles (+4,939)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,985 miles
    Test number
    817373583528
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides body supports (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass175,046 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    175,046 miles
    Test number
    368092194532
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seat belt mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail175,046 miles (+2,866)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,046 miles
    Test number
    702760208130
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seat belt mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass172,180 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    172,180 miles
    Test number
    379540930444
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seat panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail172,180 miles (+5,013)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,180 miles
    Test number
    134018014620
    • MajorFront Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seat panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass167,167 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    167,167 miles
    Test number
    522022100798
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed Door will not close in latched position (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside wearing thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail167,167 miles (+6,187)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,167 miles
    Test number
    627592644616
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Faulty (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed Door will not close in latched position (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside wearing thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass160,980 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    160,980 miles
    Test number
    815582307939
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside & offside worn thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside & offside slight movement in radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corrosion around chassis points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Fail160,980 miles (+4,329)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,980 miles
    Test number
    597832158835
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 1.93 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside & offside worn thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside & offside slight movement in radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corrosion around chassis points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass156,651 miles (-323)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    156,651 miles
    Test number
    741741755492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both nearside & offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Fail156,974 miles (+389)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,974 miles
    Test number
    893090099689
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users black smoke (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm ball joint excessive play (chalk marked) (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Spare wheel insecure in carrier spare wheel carrier loose (6.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front intermittent fault/flickering on headlight,
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both nearside & offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  15. Fail156,585 miles (+12,046)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,585 miles
    Test number
    962945678202
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  16. Pass144,539 miles (+15,759)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    144,539 miles
    Test number
    457833006516
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  17. Pass128,780 miles (+13,569)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    128,780 miles
    Test number
    379374226269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass115,211 miles (-859)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    115,211 miles
    Test number
    490570571604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front of the two (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail116,070 miles (+11,743)2 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,070 miles
    Test number
    301015832551
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Drag link end ball joint has excessive play off sterring box (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front of the two (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front of the two (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass104,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    104,327 miles
    Test number
    860649770496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail104,317 miles (+17,588)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,317 miles
    Test number
    439392413318
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  22. Pass86,729 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    86,729 miles
    Test number
    416977555061
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Fail86,729 miles (+785)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,729 miles
    Test number
    487987855096
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Fail85,944 miles (-737,340)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,944 miles
    Test number
    416626035076
    • FailureBrake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside door step sill corroded

  25. Pass823,284 miles (+748,997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    823,284 miles
    Test number
    876988154017
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass74,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    74,287 miles
    Test number
    109873453086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. FailMileage not read1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    175161753462
    • DangerousNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  28. Pass671,040 miles (+609,938)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    671,040 miles
    Test number
    129813352086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s rear tyre wall damaged

  29. Pass61,102 miles (+5,703)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    61,102 miles
    Test number
    565251331070
    • NoteN/s frot hub leaking oil
    • NoteN/s rear tyre wall has splits

  30. Pass55,399 miles (+6,094)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    55,399 miles
    Test number
    553911540023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail49,305 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,305 miles
    Test number
    341057059097
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  32. Pass49,305 miles (+7,820)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    49,305 miles
    Test number
    530407259081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail41,485 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,485 miles
    Test number
    183041178401
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  34. Pass41,485 miles (+10,645)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,485 miles
    Test number
    902931978071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass30,840 miles (+10,650)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,840 miles
    Test number
    724455077018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass20,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    20,190 miles
    Test number
    940472376075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K80 MRU

Does K80 MRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K80 MRU is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K80 MRU?
The MOT on K80 MRU is valid until 19 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 MRU done?
K80 MRU was recorded at 184,034 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 8,161 miles a year.
Has K80 MRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K80 MRU has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K80 MRU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 4 times, first on 22 Feb 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K80 MRU find?
K80 MRU passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint boot; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside & offside; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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