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Land Rover Defender

Red and White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

T152 KJFMOT history

T152 KJF is a red and white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 177,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
177,664 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,127 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T152 KJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T152 KJF was last recorded at 177,664 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 2,435 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,229 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,435 miles
Average per year
5,127 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,664 miles
  • 2025 – 175,229 miles
  • 2024 – 173,115 miles
  • 2023 – 170,436 miles
  • 2022 – 164,576 miles
  • 2021 – 161,348 miles
  • 2020 – 161,315 miles
  • 2018 – 156,731 miles
  • 2016 – 141,810 miles
  • 2015 – 133,968 miles
  • 2014 – 123,757 miles
  • 2013 – 108,589 miles
  • 2012 – 103,171 miles
  • 2011 – 102,942 miles
  • 2009 – 91,526 miles
  • 2008 – 82,853 miles
  • 2007 – 76,317 miles
  • 2006 – 74,909 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,664 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,664 miles (+2,435)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    177,664 miles
    Test number
    316931350595
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  2. Pass175,229 miles (+2,114)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    175,229 miles
    Test number
    190925435004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass173,115 miles (+2,679)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    173,115 miles
    Test number
    559548741466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass170,436 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    170,436 miles
    Test number
    712945367512
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box rough in operation

  5. Fail170,434 miles (+5,858)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,434 miles
    Test number
    857812522323
    • MajorCentral Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  6. Pass164,576 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    164,576 miles
    Test number
    835743320212
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle upper ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail164,576 miles (+3,228)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,576 miles
    Test number
    239349620174
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle upper ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass161,348 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    161,348 miles
    Test number
    681805973452
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper axle ball joint boot deteriorated

  9. Pass161,315 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    161,315 miles
    Test number
    824222561844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail161,314 miles (+4,583)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,314 miles
    Test number
    487993968539
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  11. Pass156,731 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    156,731 miles
    Test number
    242637994839
    • MinorCentral Rear Sub-frame ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded

  12. Fail156,731 miles (+6,191)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,731 miles
    Test number
    620040555685
    • MajorCentral Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Sub-frame ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded

  13. Pass150,540 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    150,540 miles
    Test number
    941650920899
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail150,536 miles (+8,726)8 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,536 miles
    Test number
    818921149834
    • FailureCentral Rear Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureCentral Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureCentral Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting at rear (6.6.6)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing buckle (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  15. Pass141,810 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    141,810 miles
    Test number
    122159567880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail141,805 miles (+7,837)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,805 miles
    Test number
    373436178752
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bumper (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass133,968 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    133,968 miles
    Test number
    348089664772
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail133,968 miles (+10,211)1 dangerous3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,968 miles
    Test number
    257819493116
    • DangerousOffside Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureCentre Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass123,757 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    123,757 miles
    Test number
    179551234306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAll tyres uneven wear

  20. Fail123,757 miles (+15,168)2 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,757 miles
    Test number
    915911134354
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAll tyres uneven wear

  21. Pass108,589 miles (+19)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    108,589 miles
    Test number
    778208713377
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion to coil springs/ chassis

  22. Fail108,570 miles (+5,399)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,570 miles
    Test number
    517015413382
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion to coil springs/ chassis

  23. Pass103,171 miles (+229)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    103,171 miles
    Test number
    939892382278
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteLight corrosion to coil springs and chassis

  24. Pass102,942 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    102,942 miles
    Test number
    809234531036
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Fail102,942 miles (+11,416)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,942 miles
    Test number
    415504731020
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass91,526 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    91,526 miles
    Test number
    811020469166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail91,524 miles (+8,671)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,524 miles
    Test number
    302574959123
    • FailureCentre Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  28. Pass82,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    82,853 miles
    Test number
    411127488002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail82,853 miles (+6,536)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,853 miles
    Test number
    180136688434
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Pass76,317 miles (+1,408)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    76,317 miles
    Test number
    523501157083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass74,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    74,909 miles
    Test number
    170023856088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T152 KJF

Does T152 KJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T152 KJF is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T152 KJF?
The MOT on T152 KJF is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T152 KJF done?
T152 KJF was recorded at 177,664 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 5,127 miles a year.
Has T152 KJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T152 KJF has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T152 KJF 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 T152 KJF find?
T152 KJF passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front outer seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; power steering component has slight seepage from a component, and 1 more.

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