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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

K90 SSEMOT history

K90 SSE is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 21 MOT tests, with 170,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

K90 SSE green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
170,982 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
20 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,913 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K90 SSE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K90 SSE was last recorded at 170,982 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 5,384 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
165,598 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,384 miles
Average per year
6,913 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,982 miles
  • 2025 – 165,598 miles
  • 2024 – 159,428 miles
  • 2023 – 152,875 miles
  • 2022 – 148,111 miles
  • 2021 – 143,550 miles
  • 2020 – 138,313 miles
  • 2019 – 133,090 miles
  • 2018 – 123,268 miles
  • 2017 – 113,062 miles
  • 2016 – 96,127 miles
  • 2015 – 84,352 miles
  • 2014 – 75,023 miles
  • 2013 – 69,725 miles
  • 2012 – 65,724 miles
  • 2011 – 61,513 miles
  • 2010 – 52,814 miles
  • 2009 – 48,230 miles
  • 2008 – 40,497 miles
  • 2007 – 39,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,982 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive transmission

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Outer Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,982 miles (+5,384)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    170,982 miles
    Test number
    198021509586
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass165,598 miles (+6,170)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    165,598 miles
    Test number
    272150317185
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass159,428 miles (+6,553)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    159,428 miles
    Test number
    377531848020
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass152,875 miles (+4,764)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    152,875 miles
    Test number
    511644266180
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drivers footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass148,111 miles (+4,561)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    148,111 miles
    Test number
    600742072549
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides foot wells (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides upper A posts (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive steering damper (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass143,550 miles (+5,237)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    143,550 miles
    Test number
    488535676329
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both outer (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play pitman arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass138,313 miles (+5,223)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    138,313 miles
    Test number
    558796469915
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play front of axle (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass133,090 miles (+9,822)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    133,090 miles
    Test number
    934388997699
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass123,268 miles (+10,206)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    123,268 miles
    Test number
    275067889985
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass113,062 miles (+16,935)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    113,062 miles
    Test number
    834346560597
    • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing both (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  11. Pass96,127 miles (+11,775)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    96,127 miles
    Test number
    339502741507
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play PITMAN ARM (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCHILD SEAT FITTED
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryPLAY IN STEERING DAMPER
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened DRIVERS (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  12. Pass84,352 miles (+9,329)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    84,352 miles
    Test number
    287866555178
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass75,023 miles (+5,298)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    75,023 miles
    Test number
    868527674162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,725 miles (+4,001)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    69,725 miles
    Test number
    157543723117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,724 miles (+4,211)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    65,724 miles
    Test number
    287968802112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,513 miles (+8,699)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    61,513 miles
    Test number
    719186451044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,814 miles (+4,584)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    52,814 miles
    Test number
    741592010038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,230 miles (+7,733)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    48,230 miles
    Test number
    670424219081
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass40,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    40,497 miles
    Test number
    323623128031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail40,497 miles (+1,387)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,497 miles
    Test number
    511643328014
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass39,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    39,110 miles
    Test number
    132174857228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K90 SSE

Does K90 SSE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K90 SSE is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K90 SSE?
The MOT on K90 SSE is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K90 SSE done?
K90 SSE was recorded at 170,982 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 6,913 miles a year.
Has K90 SSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K90 SSE has failed 1 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2008.
Has the mileage on K90 SSE 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 K90 SSE find?
K90 SSE passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: headlamp lens slightly defective both; oil leak, but not excessive.

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