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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

K88 OCYMOT history

K88 OCY is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 4 Mar 1993. Its MOT expired on 12 Jul 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 198,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2022.

K88 OCY white 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 12 Jul 2023
Mileage
198,249 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 OCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
4 Mar 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 OCY was last recorded at 198,249 miles on 13 Jul 2022, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,246 miles · 6 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 198,249 miles
  • 2021 – 194,713 miles
  • 2019 – 194,525 miles
  • 2018 – 193,660 miles
  • 2017 – 193,387 miles
  • 2015 – 191,696 miles
  • 2014 – 190,216 miles
  • 2012 – 189,229 miles
  • 2011 – 184,606 miles
  • 2010 – 180,690 miles
  • 2009 – 176,029 miles
  • 2008 – 164,866 miles
  • 2007 – 150,776 miles
  • 2006 – 136,899 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,249 miles
  • AdvisoryFront bulkhead corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear fog light tell tale not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened cross member corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened cross member corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Chassis covered in underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Air intake and engine breather missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both front and n/s/r hub seals leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,249 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    198,249 miles
    Test number
    817167947703
    • AdvisoryFront bulkhead corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear fog light tell tale not working
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail198,246 miles (+3,533)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,246 miles
    Test number
    360765445482
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to fuel leaking during engine warm up (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective loose in carrier (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bulkhead corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear fog light tell tale not working
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass194,713 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    194,713 miles
    Test number
    296045906942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened cross member corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened cross member corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis covered in underseal

  4. Fail194,712 miles (+187)1 dangerous2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,712 miles
    Test number
    539139170482
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released both on at all times (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Inner sound proofing coming away under bonnet
    • AdvisoryFront hub seals leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened cross member corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened cross member corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis covered in underseal

  5. Pass194,525 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    194,525 miles
    Test number
    432903761609
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil on nearside rear backplate

  6. Fail194,525 miles (+865)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,525 miles
    Test number
    563111935613
    • Repaired at testFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil on nearside rear backplate

  7. Pass193,660 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    193,660 miles
    Test number
    338321067571
    • AdvisoryAir intake and engine breather missing
    • AdvisoryBoth front and n/s/r hub seals leaking
    • AdvisoryBoth front seat belt buckles mounted incorrectly
    • AdvisoryChassis covered in under seal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive On axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r,o/s/r and rear cross member badly corroded

  8. Fail193,660 miles (+273)1 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,660 miles
    Test number
    741104295320
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected On axle (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAir intake and engine breather missing
    • AdvisoryBoth front and n/s/r hub seals leaking
    • AdvisoryBoth front seat belt buckles mounted incorrectly
    • AdvisoryChassis covered in under seal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive On axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r,o/s/r and rear cross member badly corroded

  9. Pass193,387 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    193,387 miles
    Test number
    961386451331
    • AdvisoryChassis rusty at rear near tow-bar mountings
    • AdvisoryPrevious patch repairs to chassis
    • AdvisoryRear tyres in poor condition

  10. Fail193,387 miles (+1,691)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,387 miles
    Test number
    694985987003
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testRear Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A-Arm above axle (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryChassis rusty at rear near tow-bar mountings
    • AdvisoryPrevious patch repairs to chassis
    • AdvisoryRear tyres in poor condition

  11. Pass191,696 miles (+1,480)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    191,696 miles
    Test number
    548751546926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass190,216 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    190,216 miles
    Test number
    127078944480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear hub oil seal (slight mist of oil on rear brake backing plate)

  13. Fail190,214 miles (+985)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,214 miles
    Test number
    627725444096
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear hub oil seal (slight mist of oil on rear brake backing plate)

  14. Pass189,229 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    189,229 miles
    Test number
    317450212317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail189,209 miles (+4,603)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,209 miles
    Test number
    518337302349
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass184,606 miles (+3,916)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    184,606 miles
    Test number
    176608091248
    • NoteSlight kink in front to rear brake pipe
    • NoteSlight leak from nearside front axle (ball end)

  17. Pass180,690 miles (+4,661)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    180,690 miles
    Test number
    751036000369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass176,029 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    176,029 miles
    Test number
    222266809319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail176,020 miles (+11,154)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,020 miles
    Test number
    934370509345
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass164,866 miles (+14,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    164,866 miles
    Test number
    784815008371
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass150,776 miles (+13,877)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    150,776 miles
    Test number
    963564287239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass136,899 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    136,899 miles
    Test number
    561194956200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K88 OCY

Does K88 OCY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K88 OCY expired on 12 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K88 OCY?
The MOT on K88 OCY expired on 12 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K88 OCY done?
K88 OCY was recorded at 198,249 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2022, an average of 3,874 miles a year.
Has K88 OCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 OCY has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on K88 OCY 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 K88 OCY find?
K88 OCY passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2022 with 4 advisories: front bulkhead corroded; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; rear fog light tell tale not working, and 1 more.

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