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Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

K8 MERMOT history

K8 MER is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 Feb 2000. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 103,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

K8 MER green 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 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
103,500 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 MER
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
21 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 MER was last recorded at 103,500 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 4,549 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Feb 2008: 24,153 miles, lower than 129,520 miles on 20 Feb 2007.
  • 11 Mar 2020: 84,907 miles, lower than 177,669 miles on 17 May 2019.

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
98,951 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,549 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,500 miles
  • 2025 – 98,951 miles
  • 2024 – 96,054 miles
  • 2023 – 92,555 miles
  • 2022 – 91,586 miles
  • 2021 – 88,334 miles
  • 2020 – 84,907 miles
  • 2019 – 177,669 miles
  • 2018 – 79,666 miles
  • 2017 – 75,371 miles
  • 2016 – 71,698 miles
  • 2015 – 67,663 miles
  • 2014 – 63,185 miles
  • 2013 – 59,545 miles
  • 2012 – 55,583 miles
  • 2011 – 49,599 miles
  • 2010 – 42,616 miles
  • 2009 – 32,182 miles
  • 2008 – 24,175 miles
  • 2007 – 129,520 miles
  • 2006 – 113,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,500 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory14 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

31 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,500 miles (+4,549)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    103,500 miles
    Test number
    202680775768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass98,951 miles (+2,897)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    98,951 miles
    Test number
    300603360009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass96,054 miles (+3,499)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    96,054 miles
    Test number
    996415295439
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive intercooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass92,555 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    92,555 miles
    Test number
    321832702725
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail92,555 miles (+969)1 repaired3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,555 miles
    Test number
    385500986617
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass91,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    91,586 miles
    Test number
    862204463612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail91,586 miles (+3,252)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,586 miles
    Test number
    206733050631
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass88,334 miles (+3,427)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    88,334 miles
    Test number
    881592712883
    • 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))

  9. Pass84,907 miles (-92,762)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    84,907 miles
    Test number
    949142178649
    • AdvisoryPitman arm ball joint boot perished.
    • AdvisorySlight weep nearside front swivel seal.
    • AdvisoryTwo small stone chips in zone "a".

  10. Pass177,669 miles (+95,393)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2020
    Odometer
    177,669 miles
    Test number
    336941100058
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive seat base (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail82,276 miles (+2,610)2 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,276 miles
    Test number
    699111642821
    • DangerousOffside Rear Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering around steering box mounting (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced b post lower (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced b post lower (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive seat base (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntercooler split and leaking oil

  12. Pass79,666 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    79,666 miles
    Test number
    542613428702
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion in several places chassi getting thin (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail79,664 miles (+4,293)10 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,664 miles
    Test number
    256195106506
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings bulkhead outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt front of side facing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing centre of side facing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing rear of side facing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shocker top and radius arm mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened centre of side facing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion in several places chassi getting thin (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass75,371 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    75,371 miles
    Test number
    513026624698
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play drop arm ball joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail75,370 miles (+3,672)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,370 miles
    Test number
    534163894829
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings bulkhead outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing n/s front one of the back side facing three seats (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings bulkhead outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play drop arm ball joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass71,698 miles (+4,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    71,698 miles
    Test number
    575686434862
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass67,663 miles (+5)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    67,663 miles
    Test number
    127148665439
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteMiddle exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated

  18. Fail67,658 miles (+4,473)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,658 miles
    Test number
    958382865073
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteMiddle exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated

  19. Pass63,185 miles (+3,640)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    63,185 miles
    Test number
    989488974091
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteMiddle section of exhaust slightly deteriorated (silencer)

  20. Fail59,545 miles3 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,545 miles
    Test number
    146320263463
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  21. Pass59,545 miles (+3,962)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,545 miles
    Test number
    595040763012
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  22. Pass55,583 miles (+5,984)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    55,583 miles
    Test number
    369357262050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePescribed area of osf body mount slightly corroded

  23. Pass49,599 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    49,599 miles
    Test number
    645766461096
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Fail49,599 miles (+6,983)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,599 miles
    Test number
    736196561008
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass42,616 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    42,616 miles
    Test number
    783782960015
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Fail42,616 miles (+10,434)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,616 miles
    Test number
    872800960077
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass32,182 miles (+8,007)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    32,182 miles
    Test number
    153075669026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass24,175 miles (+22)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    24,175 miles
    Test number
    120452158082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to all brake pipes.

  29. Fail24,153 miles (-105,367)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,153 miles
    Test number
    762191158033
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to all brake pipes.

  30. Pass129,520 miles (+16,243)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    129,520 miles
    Test number
    521511157071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass113,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    113,277 miles
    Test number
    601091336078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 MER

Does K8 MER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 MER is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 MER?
The MOT on K8 MER is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 MER done?
K8 MER was recorded at 103,500 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026.
Has K8 MER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 MER has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on K8 MER ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 20 Feb 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K8 MER find?
K8 MER passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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