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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

N111 KCJMOT history

N111 KCJ is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1996. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 191,993 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

N111 KCJ red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Apr 2026
Mileage
191,993 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
N111 KCJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Mar 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

N111 KCJ was last recorded at 191,993 miles on 6 May 2026, 1,535 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Apr 2012: 106,522 miles, lower than 399,601 miles on 17 Jun 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
190,458 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,993 miles
  • 2025 – 190,458 miles
  • 2024 – 187,928 miles
  • 2023 – 185,958 miles
  • 2022 – 184,989 miles
  • 2020 – 183,909 miles
  • 2018 – 171,069 miles
  • 2017 – 146,440 miles
  • 2016 – 122,751 miles
  • 2015 – 119,302 miles
  • 2014 – 115,473 miles
  • 2013 – 110,449 miles
  • 2012 – 106,522 miles
  • 2009 – 399,601 miles
  • 2008 – 228,304 miles
  • 2007 – 214,344 miles
  • 2006 – 203,217 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail191,993 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired bulkhead excessive corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering corrosion around brake master cylinder areas bulk head corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to fuel leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting a post holed and corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater missing lens missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside headlamp dim

What MOT failures 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.

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail191,993 miles (+1,535)3 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,993 miles
    Test number
    637539936919
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired bulkhead excessive corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering corrosion around brake master cylinder areas bulk head corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to fuel leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting a post holed and corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing lens missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp dim
  2. Pass190,458 miles (+2,530)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    190,458 miles
    Test number
    338282534039
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBraking effort low 36% may require repair
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around bulk head areas
  3. Pass187,928 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    187,928 miles
    Test number
    808362165096
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail187,927 miles (+1,969)10 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,927 miles
    Test number
    296562480053
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt suspension arm on rear axle (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint 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 has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass185,958 miles (+969)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    185,958 miles
    Test number
    339696517922
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass184,989 miles (+1,080)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    184,989 miles
    Test number
    578595619588
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  7. Pass183,909 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    183,909 miles
    Test number
    336855690610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail183,908 miles (+12,839)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,908 miles
    Test number
    473035076418
    • MajorCentral Front Inner All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Lower Emissions not tested no dl16 plug or cigarette lighter working (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner swivel hub seals leaking
  9. Pass171,069 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    171,069 miles
    Test number
    357215545315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff slight leak from seal
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  10. Fail171,063 miles (+24,623)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,063 miles
    Test number
    526495344422
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively linage (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff slight leak from seal
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  11. Pass146,440 miles (+23,689)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    146,440 miles
    Test number
    671518246488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass122,751 miles (+1,187)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    122,751 miles
    Test number
    801323104044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass121,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    121,564 miles
    Test number
    544130075502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail121,564 miles (+2,262)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,564 miles
    Test number
    146263211345
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureSteering damper damaged and unserviceable bushes (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  15. Pass119,302 miles (+3,829)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    119,302 miles
    Test number
    386165805167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside rear bump stop missing
  16. Pass115,473 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    115,473 miles
    Test number
    726473914168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
  17. Fail115,473 miles (+5,024)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,473 miles
    Test number
    246923414180
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass110,449 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    110,449 miles
    Test number
    159645303185
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  19. Fail110,449 miles (+3,927)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,449 miles
    Test number
    165895603168
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  20. Pass106,522 miles (-293,079)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    106,522 miles
    Test number
    377660012101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass399,601 miles (+60,002)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    399,601 miles
    Test number
    163818269190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail339,599 miles (+111,295)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    339,599 miles
    Test number
    613845859182
    • FailureBrake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  23. Pass228,304 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    228,304 miles
    Test number
    270636658476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail228,226 miles (+13,882)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,226 miles
    Test number
    570190158178
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOil leak at transfer box
  25. Pass214,344 miles (+95)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    214,344 miles
    Test number
    942740957197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  26. Fail214,249 miles (+11,032)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,249 miles
    Test number
    984856317177
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak
  27. Pass203,217 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    203,217 miles
    Test number
    241958916416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail203,162 miles5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,162 miles
    Test number
    783450716120
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about N111 KCJ

Does N111 KCJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on N111 KCJ expired on 30 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on N111 KCJ?
The MOT on N111 KCJ expired on 30 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has N111 KCJ done?
N111 KCJ was recorded at 191,993 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026.
Has N111 KCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N111 KCJ has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on N111 KCJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Apr 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on N111 KCJ find?
N111 KCJ failed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 3 dangerous defects, 5 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired bulkhead excessive corrosion; offside front vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering corrosion around brake master cylinder areas bulk head corroded and holed; service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, and 7 more.

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