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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

KSU 393MOT history

KSU 393 is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 5 Oct 1994. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 220,062 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

KSU 393 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 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
220,062 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
KSU 393
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
5 Oct 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

KSU 393 was last recorded at 220,062 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 2,006 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,056 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,006 miles
Average per year
6,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 220,062 miles
  • 2025 – 218,056 miles
  • 2024 – 216,037 miles
  • 2023 – 215,296 miles
  • 2022 – 215,260 miles
  • 2021 – 213,637 miles
  • 2020 – 211,888 miles
  • 2019 – 209,300 miles
  • 2018 – 205,679 miles
  • 2017 – 202,622 miles
  • 2016 – 199,498 miles
  • 2015 – 194,823 miles
  • 2014 – 191,052 miles
  • 2013 – 177,246 miles
  • 2012 – 161,707 miles
  • 2011 – 149,565 miles
  • 2010 – 137,365 miles
  • 2009 – 124,600 miles
  • 2008 – 111,232 miles
  • 2006 – 100,076 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,062 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 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Both rear tyres perished

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,062 miles (+2,006)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    220,062 miles
    Test number
    425871465028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass218,056 miles (+2,019)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    218,056 miles
    Test number
    284403327920
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass216,037 miles (+741)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    216,037 miles
    Test number
    630979241982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass215,296 miles (+36)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    215,296 miles
    Test number
    563251251291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass215,260 miles (+1,623)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    215,260 miles
    Test number
    423006851326
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass213,637 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    213,637 miles
    Test number
    955345028106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail213,637 miles (+1,749)4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,637 miles
    Test number
    712488724586
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass211,888 miles (+2,588)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    211,888 miles
    Test number
    472075560169
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass209,300 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    209,300 miles
    Test number
    685573292816
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail209,300 miles (+3,621)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,300 miles
    Test number
    258530990050
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass205,679 miles (+3,057)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    205,679 miles
    Test number
    199345781520
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished

  12. Pass202,622 miles (+55)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    202,622 miles
    Test number
    138160360565
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub seal weeping
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished

  13. Fail202,567 miles (+3,069)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,567 miles
    Test number
    443382460291
    • FailureBall joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt arm from steering box (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking pump (7.2.3)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub seal weeping
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished

  14. Pass199,498 miles (+4,675)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    199,498 miles
    Test number
    150448655640
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hubseal weeping
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play ball joint (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper damaged and corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryFuel pump damp

  15. Pass194,823 miles (+50)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    194,823 miles
    Test number
    717628965098
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteSteering damper has a slightly worn rubber bush

  16. Fail194,773 miles (+3,721)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,773 miles
    Test number
    668135965021
    • FailureCentre Rear Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteSteering damper has a slightly worn rubber bush

  17. Pass191,052 miles (+13,806)9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    191,052 miles
    Test number
    916580884089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteFront bull bar corroded

  18. Pass177,246 miles (+15,539)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    177,246 miles
    Test number
    568841973007
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s door mirror damaged

  19. Pass161,707 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    161,707 miles
    Test number
    467236462013
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s door mirror glass damaged

  20. Fail161,707 miles (+12,142)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,707 miles
    Test number
    287529552036
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s door mirror glass damaged

  21. Pass149,565 miles (+12,200)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    149,565 miles
    Test number
    726980771070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass137,365 miles (+12,765)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    137,365 miles
    Test number
    451423680007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail124,600 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,600 miles
    Test number
    400938279073
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass124,600 miles (+13,368)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    124,600 miles
    Test number
    872888679038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass111,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    111,232 miles
    Test number
    164239458439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail111,232 miles (+11,156)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,232 miles
    Test number
    154610558012
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear shock top mount bushes worn
    • NoteBoth wipers split

  27. Pass100,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    100,076 miles
    Test number
    314458436316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail100,076 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,076 miles
    Test number
    112524136355
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about KSU 393

What vehicle is registration KSU 393 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show KSU 393 on a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 5 Oct 1994. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does KSU 393 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on KSU 393 is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on KSU 393?
The MOT on KSU 393 is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has KSU 393 done?
KSU 393 was recorded at 220,062 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 6,107 miles a year.
Has KSU 393 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. KSU 393 has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on KSU 393 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 KSU 393 find?
KSU 393 passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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