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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

P581 KYCMOT history

P581 KYC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 10 Feb 1997. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 130,666 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

P581 KYC 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 5 May 2027
Mileage
130,666 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,206 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P581 KYC
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
10 Feb 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P581 KYC was last recorded at 130,666 miles on 6 May 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,656 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
4,206 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,666 miles
  • 2025 – 130,656 miles
  • 2024 – 128,220 miles
  • 2023 – 124,943 miles
  • 2022 – 121,101 miles
  • 2021 – 117,127 miles
  • 2020 – 113,494 miles
  • 2019 – 109,100 miles
  • 2018 – 104,704 miles
  • 2017 – 98,400 miles
  • 2016 – 90,726 miles
  • 2015 – 86,744 miles
  • 2014 – 81,474 miles
  • 2013 – 76,783 miles
  • 2012 – 69,778 miles
  • 2011 – 65,692 miles
  • 2010 – 61,718 miles
  • 2009 – 58,411 miles
  • 2008 – 55,213 miles
  • 2007 – 50,769 miles
  • 2006 – 46,608 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,666 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel seal damp
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Prop Uj slightly worn
  • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
  • AdvisoryUnderside rusty
  • AdvisoryVehicle freshly undersealed

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,666 miles (+10)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    130,666 miles
    Test number
    609827762980
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel seal damp
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop Uj slightly worn
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
    • AdvisoryUnderside rusty
    • AdvisoryVehicle freshly undersealed

  2. Fail130,656 miles (+2,436)1 dangerous15 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,656 miles
    Test number
    810236955034
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted pads separating (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier battery box corroded (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover missing drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorFront Floor excessively deteriorated both floor pans (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction wiper (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring seat and axle bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened trailing arm axle end (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel seal weeping
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop rear U.J (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass128,220 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    128,220 miles
    Test number
    331712523197
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Fail128,220 miles (+3,277)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,220 miles
    Test number
    455380686944
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass124,943 miles (+250)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    124,943 miles
    Test number
    158861263208
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySigns fuel tank may have leak but not leaking at time of test
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror glass cracked

  6. Fail124,693 miles (+3,592)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,693 miles
    Test number
    905272315765
    • MajorDrag link 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 Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySigns fuel tank may have leak but not leaking at time of test
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror glass cracked

  7. Pass121,101 miles (+193)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    121,101 miles
    Test number
    450924564120
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on n/s/r brake disc

  8. Fail120,908 miles (+3,781)6 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,908 miles
    Test number
    644107745992
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.68 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan /pedal mountings (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead holed (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass117,127 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    117,127 miles
    Test number
    508089467579
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail117,127 miles (+3,633)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,127 miles
    Test number
    632416103075
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rear arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe end corroded away where it screws into brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass113,494 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    113,494 miles
    Test number
    719304640321
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Beam pattern still visible. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail113,494 miles (+4,394)2 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,494 miles
    Test number
    942011990186
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right Aim adjusted. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working New bulb fitted. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Beam pattern still visible. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass109,100 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    109,100 miles
    Test number
    507196478906
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBulkhead corroded o/s
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail109,100 miles (+4,396)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,100 miles
    Test number
    424671130141
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBulkhead corroded o/s
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass104,704 miles (+6,304)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    104,704 miles
    Test number
    641539224242
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion next to upper steering mount on bulkhead
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass98,400 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    98,400 miles
    Test number
    943950419961
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on upper panel near steering mount
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail98,400 miles (+7,674)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,400 miles
    Test number
    817374970110
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on upper panel near steering mount
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass90,726 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    90,726 miles
    Test number
    568834887276
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisorySteering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe starting to corrode

  19. Fail90,726 miles (+3,982)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,726 miles
    Test number
    816106793878
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisorySteering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe starting to corrode

  20. Pass86,744 miles (+5,270)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    86,744 miles
    Test number
    836384095138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass81,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    81,474 miles
    Test number
    195210494115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail81,474 miles (+4,691)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,474 miles
    Test number
    888290294130
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  23. Pass76,783 miles (+7,005)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    76,783 miles
    Test number
    515373393106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,778 miles (+4,086)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    69,778 miles
    Test number
    265109342105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass65,692 miles (+3,974)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    65,692 miles
    Test number
    177325541102
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteChassis showing signs of corrosion
    • NoteFront disc starting to wear

  26. Pass61,718 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    61,718 miles
    Test number
    383396740168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  27. Fail61,718 miles (+3,307)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,718 miles
    Test number
    293894340198
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass58,411 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    58,411 miles
    Test number
    922943759167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Fail58,411 miles (+3,198)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,411 miles
    Test number
    423563259108
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass55,213 miles (+4,444)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    55,213 miles
    Test number
    252925758188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass50,769 miles (+4,161)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    50,769 miles
    Test number
    200671547154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass46,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    46,608 miles
    Test number
    243991936150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P581 KYC

Does P581 KYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P581 KYC is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on P581 KYC?
The MOT on P581 KYC is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P581 KYC done?
P581 KYC was recorded at 130,666 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 4,206 miles a year.
Has P581 KYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P581 KYC has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on P581 KYC 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 P581 KYC find?
P581 KYC passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 9 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 6 more.

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