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Red · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

R85 KFEMOT history

R85 KFE is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Sept 1997. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 185,559 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

R85 KFE red 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 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
185,559 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,273 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R85 KFE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
26 Sept 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R85 KFE was last recorded at 185,559 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 7,382 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Apr 2008: 110,327 miles, lower than 118,236 miles on 19 Apr 2007.

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
178,177 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,382 miles
Average per year
4,273 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,559 miles
  • 2025 – 178,177 miles
  • 2024 – 173,017 miles
  • 2021 – 170,701 miles
  • 2020 – 168,390 miles
  • 2019 – 166,962 miles
  • 2018 – 161,790 miles
  • 2017 – 158,007 miles
  • 2013 – 151,072 miles
  • 2012 – 141,991 miles
  • 2011 – 130,088 miles
  • 2010 – 119,399 miles
  • 2009 – 114,430 miles
  • 2008 – 110,327 miles
  • 2007 – 118,236 miles
  • 2006 – 99,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,559 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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 Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,559 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    185,559 miles
    Test number
    529074996393
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Fail185,559 miles (+7,382)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,559 miles
    Test number
    706305374739
    • Repaired at testFront Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass178,177 miles (+5,160)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    178,177 miles
    Test number
    860180102969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass173,017 miles (+2,316)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    173,017 miles
    Test number
    906128692319
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass170,701 miles (+2,311)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    170,701 miles
    Test number
    225873250150
    • AdvisoryDiffs have slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear chassis has general age related corrosion

  6. Pass168,390 miles (+1,428)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    168,390 miles
    Test number
    320485818335
    • AdvisoryChassis has general age related corrosion
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass166,962 miles (+5,172)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    166,962 miles
    Test number
    847045834555
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass161,790 miles (+3,783)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    161,790 miles
    Test number
    114933267361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis in various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass158,007 miles (+6,935)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    158,007 miles
    Test number
    662399223954
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion Chassis in various areas (6.1.B.2)

  10. Pass151,072 miles (+9,081)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    151,072 miles
    Test number
    705697623263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass141,991 miles (+11,903)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    141,991 miles
    Test number
    428145592084
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass130,088 miles (+10,689)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    130,088 miles
    Test number
    687456991074
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass119,399 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    119,399 miles
    Test number
    292852710147
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail119,399 miles (+4,969)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,399 miles
    Test number
    512982110151
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • Repaired at testHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  15. Pass114,430 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    114,430 miles
    Test number
    231433319191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail114,428 miles (+4,101)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,428 miles
    Test number
    152782219144
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Fail110,327 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,327 miles
    Test number
    112315018125
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Steering arm deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  18. Pass110,327 miles (-7,909)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    110,327 miles
    Test number
    152205218192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass118,236 miles (+19,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    118,236 miles
    Test number
    651839307123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Fail99,159 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,159 miles
    Test number
    263503806173
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in bush on steering damper

  21. Pass99,159 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    99,159 miles
    Test number
    882633206116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in bush on steering damper

Questions about R85 KFE

Does R85 KFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R85 KFE is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on R85 KFE?
The MOT on R85 KFE is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R85 KFE done?
R85 KFE was recorded at 185,559 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 4,273 miles a year.
Has R85 KFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R85 KFE has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on R85 KFE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Apr 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R85 KFE find?
R85 KFE passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front lower axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn, and 2 more.

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