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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

L7 KLPMOT history

L7 KLP is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 139,377 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

L7 KLP green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
139,377 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 KLP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 KLP was last recorded at 139,377 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2016.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,359 miles · 14 Nov 2016
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
2,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 139,377 miles
  • 2016 – 139,359 miles
  • 2015 – 134,787 miles
  • 2014 – 129,477 miles
  • 2013 – 124,177 miles
  • 2012 – 121,575 miles
  • 2011 – 119,699 miles
  • 2010 – 115,368 miles
  • 2008 – 111,435 miles
  • 2007 – 108,056 miles
  • 2006 – 100,290 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,377 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,377 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    139,377 miles
    Test number
    663694859990
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail139,377 miles (+18)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,377 miles
    Test number
    867609603894
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass139,359 miles (+4,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    139,359 miles
    Test number
    170802624471
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (3.7.B.5b)

  4. Pass134,787 miles (+5,310)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    134,787 miles
    Test number
    830876323439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass129,477 miles (+5,300)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    129,477 miles
    Test number
    685491614378
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Pass124,177 miles (+2,602)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    124,177 miles
    Test number
    377083453484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass121,575 miles (+1,876)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    121,575 miles
    Test number
    456282762286
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass119,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    119,699 miles
    Test number
    746958851254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail119,698 miles (+3)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,698 miles
    Test number
    127348651232
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing

  10. Fail119,695 miles (+4,327)14 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,695 miles
    Test number
    316242021267
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureSteering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass115,368 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    115,368 miles
    Test number
    714682460026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail115,352 miles (+3,917)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,352 miles
    Test number
    550761860057
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  13. Pass111,435 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    111,435 miles
    Test number
    911678098207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail111,426 miles (+3,370)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,426 miles
    Test number
    293241098297
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass108,056 miles (+37)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    108,056 miles
    Test number
    474554707427
    • NoteCentre seat missing

  16. Fail108,019 miles (+7,729)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,019 miles
    Test number
    310081397415
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureCentre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  17. Pass100,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    100,290 miles
    Test number
    892757216300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 KLP

Does L7 KLP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 KLP is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L7 KLP?
The MOT on L7 KLP is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 KLP done?
L7 KLP was recorded at 139,377 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 2,056 miles a year.
Has L7 KLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 KLP has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L7 KLP 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 L7 KLP find?
L7 KLP passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: central front oil leak, but not excessive.

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