
Land Rover Defender
Grey · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc
M951 KKHMOT history
M951 KKH is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Feb 1995. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2026 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 221,075 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 26 Sept 2026
- Mileage
- 221,075 mi
- At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
- MOT tests
- 36
- 21 passed · 15 failed
- Per year
- 5,035 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- M951 KKH
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Defender
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,495 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1995
- First used
- 17 Feb 1995
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 26 Sept 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 22 Sept 2026 (Fail)
Mileage history
M951 KKH was last recorded at 221,075 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 1,925 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 219,150 miles · 19 Sept 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,925 miles
- Average per year
- 5,035 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 221,075 miles
- 2025 – 219,150 miles
- 2024 – 217,505 miles
- 2023 – 215,165 miles
- 2022 – 211,815 miles
- 2021 – 208,543 miles
- 2020 – 206,344 miles
- 2019 – 205,235 miles
- 2018 – 201,927 miles
- 2017 – 199,352 miles
- 2016 – 196,409 miles
- 2015 – 192,387 miles
- 2014 – 187,139 miles
- 2013 – 183,175 miles
- 2012 – 173,486 miles
- 2011 – 163,619 miles
- 2010 – 156,535 miles
- 2009 – 149,133 miles
- 2008 – 138,279 miles
- 2007 – 128,293 miles
- 2006 – 119,181 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid 4 way split (1.1.16 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryFront passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOIL CAP NOT SEALING CORRECTLY
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
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.
Steering box has seepage
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025
Coil spring corroded all
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At front pipe near silencer
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Central Rear Body crossmember excessively corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Full MOT history
36 tests since 27 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail221,075 miles (+1,925)6 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 221,075 miles
- Test number
- 211079861450
- MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid 4 way split (1.1.16 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryFront passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOIL CAP NOT SEALING CORRECTLY
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass219,150 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2026
- Odometer
- 219,150 miles
- Test number
- 552189145961
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At front pipe near silencer (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Fail219,150 miles (+1,645)1 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 219,150 miles
- Test number
- 830332446751
- MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At front pipe near silencer (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Pass217,505 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2025
- Odometer
- 217,505 miles
- Test number
- 947173965375
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail217,505 miles (+2,340)2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 217,505 miles
- Test number
- 284622258223
- MajorFront Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Pass215,165 miles (+3,350)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 215,165 miles
- Test number
- 309614766860
- AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
Pass211,815 miles (+3,272)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 211,815 miles
- Test number
- 551040720154
- AdvisoryOffside front swivel joint has slight play
- AdvisorySteering box drop arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated
Pass208,543 miles (+12)1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 208,543 miles
- Test number
- 783921960292
- MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Body crossmember excessively corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Indicator light, light output slightly reduced but still operational
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Number plate light full of dirt light output reduced but still operational
- AdvisoryOffside Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlight light output slightly reduced on dip beam and main beam
- AdvisoryVarious oil leaks
Fail208,531 miles (+2,187)2 dangerous3 major3 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 208,531 miles
- Test number
- 184957114396
- DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system At joint complex (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Body crossmember excessively corroded
- AdvisoryFuel tank excessively corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel joint leaking
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Light output slightly reduced but still operational
- AdvisoryNearside Rear NSR no plate light full of dirt. Light output slightly reduced
- AdvisoryOffside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced Corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlight light output slightly reduced on dip and main beam
- AdvisoryVarious oil leaks
Pass206,344 miles (+13)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 206,344 miles
- Test number
- 738204102133
- AdvisoryRear under body brace corroded - chalk marked
Fail206,331 miles (+1,096)2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 206,331 miles
- Test number
- 742755505873
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached lower attachment bracket corroded off (5.3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear under body brace corroded - chalk marked
Pass205,235 miles1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 205,235 miles
- Test number
- 907443857869
- MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Panhard rod (axle mount bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various leaks from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff flange seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Fail205,235 miles (+3,308)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 205,235 miles
- Test number
- 445907233296
- Repaired at testRear Prop shaft securing bolt loose Transfer box flange nuts (6.1.7 (a) (i))
- MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Panhard rod (axle mount bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various leaks from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff flange seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Pass201,927 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 201,927 miles
- Test number
- 674839824140
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement To axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement To axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail201,927 miles (+2,575)5 dangerous6 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 201,927 miles
- Test number
- 853388651012
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousIntermediate drop arm pivot housing casing has relative movement to chassis/bodywork (2.1.2 (a) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
- DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Axle to mounting on chassis. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement To axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement To axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Pass199,352 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 199,352 miles
- Test number
- 866663136180
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail199,352 miles (+2,943)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 199,352 miles
- Test number
- 688105747752
- FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass196,409 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 196,409 miles
- Test number
- 253478797860
- AdvisoryAdvise replacing wiper spindles and collars
- AdvisoryOil dampness around power steering box
Fail196,409 miles (+4,022)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 196,409 miles
- Test number
- 537908383428
- FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock absorber bracket (2.4.A.3)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryAdvise replacing wiper spindles and collars
- AdvisoryOil dampness around power steering box
Pass192,387 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 192,387 miles
- Test number
- 613291605755
- AdvisorySlight dampness at steering box
- AdvisoryWear in wiper spindels/shaft
Fail192,387 miles (+5,248)3 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 192,387 miles
- Test number
- 797980405010
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped under bonnet (3.6.B.1)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
- AdvisorySlight dampness at steering box
- AdvisoryWear in wiper spindels/shaft
Pass187,139 miles3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 187,139 miles
- Test number
- 137344894201
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteOil leak
Fail187,139 miles (+3,964)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 187,139 miles
- Test number
- 747344494237
- FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)
- FailureOffside Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteOil leak
Pass183,175 miles1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 183,175 miles
- Test number
- 375054393285
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteOil leak
Fail183,175 miles (+9,689)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 183,175 miles
- Test number
- 455104793286
- FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
- FailureSteering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteOil leak
Pass173,486 miles2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 173,486 miles
- Test number
- 958570802327
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteOil leak
Fail173,486 miles (+9,867)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 173,486 miles
- Test number
- 569929292223
- FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
- FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteOil leak
Pass163,619 miles (+7,084)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 163,619 miles
- Test number
- 529638901359
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass156,535 miles (+3,145)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2011
- Odometer
- 156,535 miles
- Test number
- 762757150303
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass153,390 miles (+4,257)
- MOT expiry
- 12 May 2011
- Odometer
- 153,390 miles
- Test number
- 383973130140
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass149,133 miles (+10,854)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Aug 2010
- Odometer
- 149,133 miles
- Test number
- 492553529246
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass138,279 miles (+9,986)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Aug 2009
- Odometer
- 138,279 miles
- Test number
- 672718528282
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass128,293 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 128,293 miles
- Test number
- 240516987473
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail128,293 miles (+9,112)4 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 128,293 miles
- Test number
- 322435287187
- FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
- FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Pass119,181 miles (+12)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 119,181 miles
- Test number
- 944280386176
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail119,169 miles2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 119,169 miles
- Test number
- 693018076165
- FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Questions about M951 KKH
- Does M951 KKH currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on M951 KKH expired on 26 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on M951 KKH?
- The MOT on M951 KKH expired on 26 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has M951 KKH done?
- M951 KKH was recorded at 221,075 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 5,035 miles a year.
- Has M951 KKH ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. M951 KKH has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
- Has the mileage on M951 KKH 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 M951 KKH find?
- M951 KKH failed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; offside front hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid 4 way split, and 9 more.
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