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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1992 · 2,495 cc

K97 RKPMOT history

K97 RKP is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 10 Sept 1992. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 7 of 7 MOT tests, with 124,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

K97 RKP 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 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
124,242 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
7
7 passed · 0 failed
Per year
1,031 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K97 RKP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
10 Sept 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K97 RKP was last recorded at 124,242 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 3,643 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2011.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
120,599 miles · 3 Sept 2011
Between the last two tests
3,643 miles
Average per year
1,031 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,242 miles
  • 2011 – 120,599 miles
  • 2010 – 116,204 miles
  • 2009 – 111,494 miles
  • 2008 – 108,061 miles
  • 2007 – 105,911 miles
  • 2006 – 103,570 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,242 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.

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

7 tests since 2 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,242 miles (+3,643)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    124,242 miles
    Test number
    825749477939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass120,599 miles (+4,395)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    120,599 miles
    Test number
    335516741289
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteNearside front front track rod end gaitor split/joint dry/worn
    • NoteNumber plate light dim
    • NoteOffside front body mount excessively corroded req att
    • NoteOffside front rear track rod end gaitor split
    • NoteSlight seeage from offside outer steering ball

  3. Pass116,204 miles (+4,710)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    116,204 miles
    Test number
    632345540299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteDampness aronud off side drive shaft area
    • NoteHeat sheild around exhaust/turbo loose
    • NoteNear side front track rod end gaitor split/joint dry(noisey)
    • NoteNumber plate light dim
    • NoteOff side rear track rod end gaitor split

  4. Pass111,494 miles (+3,433)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    111,494 miles
    Test number
    190847629213
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak from offside front swivel
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  5. Pass108,061 miles (+2,150)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    108,061 miles
    Test number
    343037628257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear hub damp with oil advise
    • NoteOffside front outer sphier leaking oil advise
    • NoteOffside rear hub damp with oil advise

  6. Pass105,911 miles (+2,341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    105,911 miles
    Test number
    771371357227
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  7. Pass103,570 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    103,570 miles
    Test number
    461405846253
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSlight play in offside front axle bearing

Questions about K97 RKP

Does K97 RKP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K97 RKP is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K97 RKP?
The MOT on K97 RKP is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K97 RKP done?
K97 RKP was recorded at 124,242 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 1,031 miles a year.
Has K97 RKP ever failed its MOT?
No. K97 RKP has passed all 7 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on K97 RKP 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 K97 RKP find?
K97 RKP passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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