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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1992 · 2,495 cc

K82 GVGMOT history

K82 GVG is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Dec 1992. Its MOT is valid until 22 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 106,116 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

K82 GVG 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 22 Aug 2027
Mileage
106,116 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
K82 GVG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
30 Dec 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K82 GVG was last recorded at 106,116 miles on 21 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Aug 2026: 106,116 miles, lower than 200,390 miles on 23 Aug 2025.

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
200,390 miles · 23 Aug 2025

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,116 miles
  • 2025 – 200,390 miles
  • 2019 – 192,798 miles
  • 2018 – 186,563 miles
  • 2016 – 184,456 miles
  • 2015 – 181,707 miles
  • 2014 – 178,582 miles
  • 2013 – 175,344 miles
  • 2012 – 170,452 miles
  • 2011 – 164,916 miles
  • 2010 – 158,540 miles
  • 2009 – 152,872 miles
  • 2007 – 152,650 miles
  • 2006 – 145,113 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,116 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4

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 dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front bumper corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear cross member corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass106,116 miles (-94,274)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    106,116 miles
    Test number
    965270776616
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4

  2. Pass200,390 miles (+7,592)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    200,390 miles
    Test number
    912347298522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass192,798 miles (+29)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    192,798 miles
    Test number
    575042877896
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail192,769 miles (+6,206)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,769 miles
    Test number
    672397677415
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass186,563 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    186,563 miles
    Test number
    229734092732
    • AdvisoryFront bumper corroded

  6. Fail186,560 miles (+2,104)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,560 miles
    Test number
    284690707629
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper corroded

  7. Pass184,456 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    184,456 miles
    Test number
    492152251704
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail184,429 miles (+2,722)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,429 miles
    Test number
    350095622659
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass181,707 miles (+3,125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    181,707 miles
    Test number
    406087145070
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  10. Pass178,582 miles (+3,238)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    178,582 miles
    Test number
    189068244022
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteRear exhaust hanger corroded/broken

  11. Pass175,344 miles (+4,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    175,344 miles
    Test number
    608053943006
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass170,452 miles (+5,536)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    170,452 miles
    Test number
    228027142057
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  13. Pass164,916 miles (+6,376)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    164,916 miles
    Test number
    685252041018
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  14. Pass158,540 miles (+10)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    158,540 miles
    Test number
    470403140038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRoof rack brackets snapped in two parts

  15. Fail158,530 miles (+5,658)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,530 miles
    Test number
    984819930001
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRoof rack brackets snapped in two parts

  16. Pass152,872 miles (+222)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    152,872 miles
    Test number
    761217939029
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAdvise handbrake travel adjustment

  17. Pass152,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    152,650 miles
    Test number
    920925257274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail152,650 miles (+7,537)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,650 miles
    Test number
    890195857246
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  19. Pass145,113 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    145,113 miles
    Test number
    313726836229
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Questions about K82 GVG

Does K82 GVG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K82 GVG is valid until 22 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K82 GVG?
The MOT on K82 GVG is valid until 22 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K82 GVG done?
K82 GVG was recorded at 106,116 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026.
Has K82 GVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K82 GVG has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2019.
Has the mileage on K82 GVG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Aug 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K82 GVG find?
K82 GVG passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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