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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

P259 KLSMOT history

P259 KLS is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Aug 1996. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 35 MOT tests, with 178,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

P259 KLS green 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 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
178,333 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
35
22 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,881 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P259 KLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
26 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P259 KLS was last recorded at 178,333 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 3,358 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,975 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,358 miles
Average per year
3,881 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,333 miles
  • 2025 – 174,975 miles
  • 2024 – 171,467 miles
  • 2023 – 169,144 miles
  • 2022 – 167,113 miles
  • 2021 – 165,013 miles
  • 2020 – 163,779 miles
  • 2019 – 161,672 miles
  • 2018 – 157,531 miles
  • 2017 – 154,509 miles
  • 2016 – 151,327 miles
  • 2015 – 148,036 miles
  • 2014 – 144,934 miles
  • 2013 – 139,602 miles
  • 2012 – 132,466 miles
  • 2011 – 128,758 miles
  • 2010 – 124,854 miles
  • 2009 – 120,856 miles
  • 2008 – 116,405 miles
  • 2007 – 111,973 miles
  • 2006 – 106,455 miles
  • 2005 – 96,979 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,333 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 12 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

35 tests since 4 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,333 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    178,333 miles
    Test number
    340521701766
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail178,333 miles (+3,358)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,333 miles
    Test number
    274544000745
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass174,975 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    174,975 miles
    Test number
    242290304480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail174,975 miles (+3,508)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,975 miles
    Test number
    761545833112
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass171,467 miles (+2,323)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    171,467 miles
    Test number
    273987993180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear service brake efforts are slightly low

  6. Pass169,144 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    169,144 miles
    Test number
    314817374567
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail169,144 miles (+2,031)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,144 miles
    Test number
    643342627069
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering component deformed tie rod (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorSteering system fouling tie rod (2.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass167,113 miles (+2,100)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    167,113 miles
    Test number
    434735893376
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass165,013 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    165,013 miles
    Test number
    563309207878
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail165,013 miles (+1,234)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,013 miles
    Test number
    354033794190
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass163,779 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    163,779 miles
    Test number
    974838438437
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail163,778 miles (+2,106)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,778 miles
    Test number
    395116987434
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass161,672 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    161,672 miles
    Test number
    891819439701
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail161,672 miles (+4,141)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,672 miles
    Test number
    859834015496
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass157,531 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    157,531 miles
    Test number
    121966696152
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Fail157,531 miles (+3,022)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,531 miles
    Test number
    369259962414
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  17. Pass154,509 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    154,509 miles
    Test number
    607423237592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear track rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear track rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Fail154,509 miles (+3,182)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,509 miles
    Test number
    283607223803
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear track rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear track rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Pass151,327 miles (+169)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    151,327 miles
    Test number
    860157341577
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  20. Fail151,158 miles (+3,122)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,158 miles
    Test number
    122322673017
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded by suspension arm (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting panel (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded by suispension arm (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassisrail both sides (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper poor
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  21. Pass148,036 miles (+3,102)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    148,036 miles
    Test number
    396206375072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth rear chassis rails corroded slightly
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  22. Pass144,934 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    144,934 miles
    Test number
    856984084019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail144,822 miles (+5,220)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,822 miles
    Test number
    316492274093
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass139,602 miles (+7,136)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    139,602 miles
    Test number
    125699773478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth front outriggers have corrosion
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops missing
    • NoteChassis has corrosion around rear bump stop mountings
    • NoteOffside rear chassis corrosion

  25. Pass132,466 miles (+3,708)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    132,466 miles
    Test number
    868707862046
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside front outrigger corroded
    • NoteOffside front outrigger corroded

  26. Pass128,758 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    128,758 miles
    Test number
    135474481023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  27. Fail128,756 miles (+3,902)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,756 miles
    Test number
    195283881470
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  28. Pass124,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    124,854 miles
    Test number
    453078380068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail124,854 miles (+3,998)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,854 miles
    Test number
    801484780019
    • FailureFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

  30. Pass120,856 miles (+4)8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    120,856 miles
    Test number
    730113189056
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth front axle ball joints have a grease leakage with no play
    • NoteRear chassis has corrosion
    • NoteSteering damper has excessive play on rubber bush
    • NoteOff side rear brake ferrule has slight corrosion

  31. Fail120,852 miles (+4,447)2 failures8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,852 miles
    Test number
    511502889063
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth front axle ball joints have a grease leakage with no play
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear chassis has corrosion
    • NoteSteering damper has excessive play on rubber bush
    • NoteOff side rear brake ferrule has slight corrosion

  32. Pass116,405 miles (+4,432)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    116,405 miles
    Test number
    554102378045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass111,973 miles (+5,518)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    111,973 miles
    Test number
    424663297009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass106,455 miles (+9,476)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    106,455 miles
    Test number
    711620906246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass96,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    96,979 miles
    Test number
    780186615275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P259 KLS

Does P259 KLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P259 KLS is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P259 KLS?
The MOT on P259 KLS is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P259 KLS done?
P259 KLS was recorded at 178,333 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 3,881 miles a year.
Has P259 KLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P259 KLS has failed 13 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on P259 KLS 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 P259 KLS find?
P259 KLS passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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