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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

K89 NEJMOT history

K89 NEJ is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Jan 1993. Its MOT expired on 16 Jul 2024 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 158,120 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2023.

K89 NEJ blue 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 16 Jul 2024
Mileage
158,120 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2023
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K89 NEJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Jan 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K89 NEJ was last recorded at 158,120 miles on 17 Jul 2023, 2,024 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,096 miles · 27 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
2,024 miles
Average per year
1,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 158,120 miles
  • 2019 – 156,090 miles
  • 2017 – 152,686 miles
  • 2016 – 149,322 miles
  • 2015 – 147,331 miles
  • 2014 – 142,890 miles
  • 2013 – 140,302 miles
  • 2012 – 138,015 miles
  • 2011 – 136,870 miles
  • 2010 – 134,762 miles
  • 2009 – 134,716 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,120 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rubber missing on hanger next to transfer box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced next to steering box fixings (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch front & rear Both Sides

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust manifold blowing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Handbrake travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 29 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,120 miles (+2,024)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    158,120 miles
    Test number
    333012830890
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rubber missing on hanger next to transfer box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced next to steering box fixings (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch front & rear Both Sides

  2. Fail156,096 miles (+6)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,096 miles
    Test number
    176268454092
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis underside next to gearbox cross memeber (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear cross member with extension joint to chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe to centre pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rubber hanger missing next to transfer box mounting (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner tread/sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security next to steering box mounting fixings (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch front & rear
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just meets mot requirements

  3. Pass156,090 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    156,090 miles
    Test number
    378651532545
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust manifold blowing (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail156,090 miles (+3,404)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,090 miles
    Test number
    378902513110
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust manifold blowing (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass152,686 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    152,686 miles
    Test number
    872434896113
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

  6. Fail152,677 miles (+3,355)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,677 miles
    Test number
    420273161031
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases down pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

  7. Pass149,322 miles (+1,991)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    149,322 miles
    Test number
    616843702654
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r shock absorber damp
    • AdvisoryNail in o/s/r tyre and valve stem perished

  8. Pass147,331 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    147,331 miles
    Test number
    251083175062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail147,327 miles (+4,437)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,327 miles
    Test number
    123733192939
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view and o/s/f and not returning to lower park position, obstruction of view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded centre chassis mounted bracket (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded centre chassis top of chassis corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded centre cross member within upper axle wishbone arm mounting area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead floor pan area (3.6.C.3)
    • 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 Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis mounted bracket (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded centre chassis upper axle wishbone mounting area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and o/s/r upper coil spring mount area (2.4.A.3)

  10. Pass142,890 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    142,890 miles
    Test number
    448062644080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail142,879 miles (+2,577)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,879 miles
    Test number
    287754534027
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass140,302 miles (+2,287)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    140,302 miles
    Test number
    969284323015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass138,015 miles (+1,145)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    138,015 miles
    Test number
    455863832086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass136,870 miles (+2,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    136,870 miles
    Test number
    285262351059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass134,762 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    134,762 miles
    Test number
    230513650001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass134,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    134,716 miles
    Test number
    560329429060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K89 NEJ

Does K89 NEJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K89 NEJ expired on 16 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K89 NEJ?
The MOT on K89 NEJ expired on 16 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K89 NEJ done?
K89 NEJ was recorded at 158,120 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2023, an average of 1,618 miles a year.
Has K89 NEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K89 NEJ has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on K89 NEJ 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 K89 NEJ find?
K89 NEJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; exhaust mounting defective rubber missing on hanger next to transfer box; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe, and 5 more.

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