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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

K90 KETMOT history

K90 KET is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 91,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

K90 KET red 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 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
91,480 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,720 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K90 KET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K90 KET was last recorded at 91,480 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 1,260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Sept 2017: 62,845 miles, lower than 611,612 miles on 21 Sept 2016.

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
90,220 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,260 miles
Average per year
3,720 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 91,480 miles
  • 2024 – 90,220 miles
  • 2023 – 88,792 miles
  • 2022 – 86,513 miles
  • 2021 – 80,701 miles
  • 2020 – 74,869 miles
  • 2019 – 67,585 miles
  • 2018 – 64,523 miles
  • 2017 – 62,845 miles
  • 2016 – 611,612 miles
  • 2015 – 58,850 miles
  • 2014 – 56,868 miles
  • 2013 – 52,472 miles
  • 2012 – 46,773 miles
  • 2011 – 38,021 miles
  • 2010 – 33,939 miles
  • 2009 – 29,022 miles
  • 2008 – 24,051 miles
  • 2007 – 20,859 miles
  • 2006 – 18,389 miles
  • 2005 – 15,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,480 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear most (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear most (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general around rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • All brake pipes coated in tar not allowing inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Both front body mountings corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Fuel system component leaking

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,480 miles (+1,260)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    91,480 miles
    Test number
    850914809013
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear most (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear most (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general around rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass90,220 miles (+1,428)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    90,220 miles
    Test number
    385534384014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass88,792 miles (+2,279)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    88,792 miles
    Test number
    693640081571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,513 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    86,513 miles
    Test number
    701426470647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail86,511 miles (+5,810)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,511 miles
    Test number
    560953067388
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass80,701 miles (+5,832)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    80,701 miles
    Test number
    607845807410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass74,869 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    74,869 miles
    Test number
    154680318503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail74,866 miles (+7,281)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,866 miles
    Test number
    160107566183
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function broken (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass67,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    67,585 miles
    Test number
    527642340904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail67,583 miles (+3,060)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,583 miles
    Test number
    762798547836
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass64,523 miles (+1,678)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    64,523 miles
    Test number
    724939399153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,845 miles (-548,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    62,845 miles
    Test number
    899023773587
    • AdvisoryBoth front outriggers corroded at bottom but not seriosely weakend

  13. Pass611,612 miles (+552,762)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    611,612 miles
    Test number
    677866437778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,850 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    58,850 miles
    Test number
    702233991921
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes coated in tar not allowing inspection
    • AdvisoryBoth front body mountings corroded

  15. Fail58,850 miles (+1,982)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,850 miles
    Test number
    873660213020
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes coated in tar not allowing inspection
    • AdvisoryBoth front body mountings corroded

  16. Pass56,868 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    56,868 miles
    Test number
    136194574246
    • NoteAll brake pipes coated in thick grease

  17. Fail56,867 miles (+4,395)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,867 miles
    Test number
    447703574274
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAll brake pipes coated in thick grease

  18. Pass52,472 miles (+5,699)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    52,472 miles
    Test number
    106207973205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,773 miles (+8,752)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,773 miles
    Test number
    698530552139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,021 miles (+4,082)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    38,021 miles
    Test number
    248263741137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,939 miles (+4,917)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    33,939 miles
    Test number
    150617930132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,022 miles (+4,971)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    29,022 miles
    Test number
    871120049141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,051 miles (+3,192)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    24,051 miles
    Test number
    872521058185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,859 miles (+2,470)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    20,859 miles
    Test number
    864622047159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,389 miles (+3,109)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    18,389 miles
    Test number
    972284746102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass15,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    15,280 miles
    Test number
    180583855151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K90 KET

Does K90 KET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K90 KET is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on K90 KET?
The MOT on K90 KET is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K90 KET done?
K90 KET was recorded at 91,480 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 3,720 miles a year.
Has K90 KET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K90 KET has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on K90 KET ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Sept 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K90 KET find?
K90 KET passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear most; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 3 more.

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