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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,198 cc

LS62 KPLMOT history

LS62 KPL is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 44,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

LS62 KPL black 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 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
44,281 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,094 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS62 KPL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS62 KPL was last recorded at 44,281 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 770 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,511 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
770 miles
Average per year
2,094 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,281 miles
  • 2025 – 43,511 miles
  • 2023 – 41,634 miles
  • 2022 – 40,423 miles
  • 2021 – 39,708 miles
  • 2020 – 38,492 miles
  • 2019 – 36,809 miles
  • 2018 – 34,506 miles
  • 2017 – 31,444 miles
  • 2015 – 21,650 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,281 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil residue on underside (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox on residue on seam (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect occasional seats & passenger belts as boot fully loaded

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 corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 15 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,281 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    44,281 miles
    Test number
    731261021003
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil residue on underside (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox on residue on seam (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect occasional seats & passenger belts as boot fully loaded

  2. Fail44,281 miles (+770)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,281 miles
    Test number
    298666418561
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil residue on underside (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox on residue on seam (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect occasional seats & passenger belts as boot fully loaded

  3. Pass43,511 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    43,511 miles
    Test number
    439851273385
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail43,511 miles (+1,877)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,511 miles
    Test number
    936409555143
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass41,634 miles (+1,211)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    41,634 miles
    Test number
    680244647658
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades smeary
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade poor

  6. Pass40,423 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    40,423 miles
    Test number
    751509573594
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail40,408 miles (+700)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,408 miles
    Test number
    905912993773
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass39,708 miles (+1,216)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    39,708 miles
    Test number
    222011044734
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes corroded near unions with rear hoses by rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to various underside steering/suspension components including sub-frame and anti roll bar links
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Perished/cracked (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  9. Pass38,492 miles (+1,683)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    38,492 miles
    Test number
    876641319461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass36,809 miles (+2,303)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    36,809 miles
    Test number
    375377159438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass34,506 miles (+3,062)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    34,506 miles
    Test number
    601105329908
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and or under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to chassis

  12. Pass31,444 miles (+9,794)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    31,444 miles
    Test number
    850930551082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    21,650 miles
    Test number
    480978690418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS62 KPL

Does LS62 KPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS62 KPL is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS62 KPL?
The MOT on LS62 KPL is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS62 KPL done?
LS62 KPL was recorded at 44,281 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 2,094 miles a year.
Has LS62 KPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS62 KPL has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS62 KPL 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 LS62 KPL find?
LS62 KPL passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; oil leak, but not excessive engine oil residue on underside; oil leak, but not excessive gearbox on residue on seam, and 1 more.

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