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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1992 · 2,495 cc

K93 AMOMOT history

K93 AMO is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 Aug 1992. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 168,350 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

K93 AMO blue 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 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
168,350 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,879 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K93 AMO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
21 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K93 AMO was last recorded at 168,350 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,348 miles · 12 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,879 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,350 miles
  • 2025 – 165,156 miles
  • 2024 – 162,480 miles
  • 2023 – 157,059 miles
  • 2022 – 152,024 miles
  • 2021 – 148,396 miles
  • 2018 – 148,375 miles
  • 2017 – 146,259 miles
  • 2015 – 144,964 miles
  • 2014 – 144,274 miles
  • 2013 – 143,569 miles
  • 2011 – 142,052 miles
  • 2010 – 141,020 miles
  • 2009 – 140,587 miles
  • 2008 – 140,587 miles
  • 2007 – 132,234 miles
  • 2006 – 110,244 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,350 miles
  • MinorElectrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated (4.11 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorTowbar obstructing the registration plate ladder (6.1.6 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCorrosion starting under vehicleRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Both front inner hub seals leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside front hub seal slight oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front slight leak to inner hub seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,350 miles (+2)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    168,350 miles
    Test number
    123176570550
    • MinorElectrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated (4.11 (c) (i))
    • MinorTowbar obstructing the registration plate ladder (6.1.6 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting under vehicle

  2. Fail168,348 miles (+3,192)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,348 miles
    Test number
    428291148416
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorElectrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated (4.11 (c) (i))
    • MinorTowbar obstructing the registration plate ladder (6.1.6 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting under vehicle

  3. Pass165,156 miles (+81)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    165,156 miles
    Test number
    395645811611
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner hub seals leaking

  4. Fail165,075 miles (+2,595)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,075 miles
    Test number
    249310793989
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner hub seals leaking

  5. Pass162,480 miles (+5,421)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    162,480 miles
    Test number
    859411898010
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from both front inner hub seals

  6. Pass157,059 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2024
    Odometer
    157,059 miles
    Test number
    325621376728
    • AdvisoryOffside front hub seal slight oil leak

  7. Fail157,059 miles (+5,035)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,059 miles
    Test number
    377957407553
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front hub seal slight oil leak

  8. Pass152,024 miles (+43)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    152,024 miles
    Test number
    385199296871
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight leak to inner hub seal

  9. Fail151,981 miles (+3,585)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,981 miles
    Test number
    596499751849
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight leak to inner hub seal

  10. Pass148,396 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    148,396 miles
    Test number
    444641006999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass148,375 miles (+2,116)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    148,375 miles
    Test number
    363953880188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass146,259 miles (+1,295)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    146,259 miles
    Test number
    644282363952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass144,964 miles (+690)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    144,964 miles
    Test number
    956865025121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass144,274 miles (+705)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    144,274 miles
    Test number
    367845764453
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront number plate secured with tape
    • NoteSome dashboard wiring exposed but secure and insulated

  15. Pass143,569 miles (+28)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    143,569 miles
    Test number
    107913333433
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • NoteO\s\r body to axle bump stop missing

  16. Fail143,541 miles (+1,489)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,541 miles
    Test number
    546489623050
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSteering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • NoteFront prop shaft rear u/joint worn
    • NoteO\s\r body to axle bump stop missing

  17. Pass142,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    142,052 miles
    Test number
    755788511326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail142,052 miles (+1,032)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,052 miles
    Test number
    675603611342
    • FailureNearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass141,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    141,020 miles
    Test number
    723010620384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail141,020 miles (+433)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,020 miles
    Test number
    212210820367
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

  21. Pass140,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    140,587 miles
    Test number
    441080329454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass140,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    140,587 miles
    Test number
    842892619009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail140,587 miles (+8,353)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,587 miles
    Test number
    312810948451
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  24. Pass132,234 miles (+513)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    132,234 miles
    Test number
    601953037220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail131,721 miles (+21,477)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,721 miles
    Test number
    794708217276
    • FailureFront Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  26. Pass110,244 miles6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    110,244 miles
    Test number
    394109416209
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front axle`s sphere seal leaking
    • NoteOffside front tyre starting to go out of shape

Questions about K93 AMO

Does K93 AMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K93 AMO is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K93 AMO?
The MOT on K93 AMO 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 K93 AMO done?
K93 AMO was recorded at 168,350 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 2,879 miles a year.
Has K93 AMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K93 AMO has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on K93 AMO 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 K93 AMO find?
K93 AMO passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated; towbar obstructing the registration plate ladder; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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