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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T202 KKUMOT history

T202 KKU is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 147,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
147,615 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,474 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T202 KKU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T202 KKU was last recorded at 147,615 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,615 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,474 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,615 miles
  • 2024 – 146,006 miles
  • 2023 – 141,261 miles
  • 2022 – 138,897 miles
  • 2021 – 135,730 miles
  • 2020 – 129,020 miles
  • 2019 – 128,426 miles
  • 2018 – 128,109 miles
  • 2017 – 127,575 miles
  • 2016 – 126,451 miles
  • 2015 – 124,333 miles
  • 2014 – 119,811 miles
  • 2013 – 109,479 miles
  • 2012 – 99,985 miles
  • 2011 – 90,768 miles
  • 2010 – 81,482 miles
  • 2009 – 72,450 miles
  • 2008 – 63,017 miles
  • 2007 – 50,532 miles
  • 2006 – 39,250 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,615 miles
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front bumper areaRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,615 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    147,615 miles
    Test number
    175700277008
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front bumper area

  2. Fail147,615 miles (+1,609)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,615 miles
    Test number
    843535008507
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed fuel too low (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front bumper area

  3. Pass146,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    146,006 miles
    Test number
    124776075003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail146,006 miles (+4,745)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,006 miles
    Test number
    835929672463
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass141,261 miles (+2,364)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    141,261 miles
    Test number
    637936681861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass138,897 miles (+3,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    138,897 miles
    Test number
    669421419477
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass135,730 miles (+6,710)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    135,730 miles
    Test number
    414483471606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass129,020 miles (+594)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    129,020 miles
    Test number
    593672736147
    • AdvisoryBoth front hub oil seals leaking
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wing struts rusted through
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff front seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass128,426 miles (+317)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    128,426 miles
    Test number
    213966571150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub slight oil leak
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box very slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass128,109 miles (+534)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    128,109 miles
    Test number
    941976764056
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by steering box mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass127,575 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    127,575 miles
    Test number
    931257191082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes slightly corroded

  12. Fail127,563 miles (+1,112)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,563 miles
    Test number
    681921999437
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking fuel filler breather pipe has slight leak (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis at roll bar mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stops corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hangers & flange corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe slightly corroded

  13. Pass126,451 miles (+2,118)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    126,451 miles
    Test number
    121102002177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Pass124,333 miles (+1)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    124,333 miles
    Test number
    156715275432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteCenter to rear exhaust flanges slightly corroded
    • NoteVarious oil leaks

  15. Fail124,332 miles (+4,521)2 failures8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,332 miles
    Test number
    799742075059
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCenter to rear exhaust flanges slightly corroded
    • NoteVarious oil leaks

  16. Pass119,811 miles (+9)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    119,811 miles
    Test number
    498946764018
    • NotePropshaft bolt loose (transmission brake)
    • NoteRear top shocker mounts getting worn
    • NoteSlight damage o/s seat belt webbing
    • NoteSome corrosion centre chassis rails

  17. Fail119,802 miles (+10,323)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,802 miles
    Test number
    297772164070
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePropshaft bolt loose (transmission brake)
    • NoteRear top shocker mounts getting worn
    • NoteSlight damage o/s seat belt webbing
    • NoteSome corrosion centre chassis rails

  18. Pass109,479 miles (+9,494)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    109,479 miles
    Test number
    247376463039
    • NoteBoth swivel hubs showing signs of weeping
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront suspension arm bushes getting worn
    • NoteSome play front and rear drop links
    • NoteSome play offside front wheel bearing
    • NoteTow bar and mounting points getting corroded

  19. Pass99,985 miles (+9,217)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    99,985 miles
    Test number
    779951952095
    • NoteBoth rear tyre outer walls getting perished
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront and rear chassis rails and outriggers showing signs of corrosion
    • NoteFront drag link end rubber gaiter getting perished
    • NoteFront suspension arm bushes getting perished
    • NoteOffside front seatbelt showing some signs of fraying
    • NoteSome play front and rear drop links
    • NoteTow bar and mounting points showing signs of corrosion

  20. Pass90,768 miles (+7)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    90,768 miles
    Test number
    185321061061
    • NoteBoth front swivel hubs showing signs of weeping
    • NoteFront drag link end rubber boot split
    • NoteRear chassis rails and chassis crossmember getting corroded
    • NoteRear discs getting corroded and pitted
    • NoteSome play front drag link end
    • NoteTow bar and mounting points showing signs of corrosion

  21. Fail90,761 miles (+9,279)7 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,761 miles
    Test number
    359020261033
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front swivel hubs showing signs of weeping
    • NoteFront drag link end rubber boot split
    • NoteRear chassis rails and chassis crossmember getting corroded
    • NoteRear discs getting corroded and pitted
    • NoteSome play front drag link end
    • NoteTow bar and mounting points showing signs of corrosion

  22. Pass81,482 miles (+9,032)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    81,482 miles
    Test number
    260856840023
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteExhaust and support brackets getting corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre outer wall getting perished
    • NoteRear chassis crossmeber getting corroded
    • NoteSome corrosion front and rear chassis outriggers
    • NoteSome play both rear shocker top bushes
    • NoteSome play steering box
    • NoteTow bar and mounting points getting corroded

  23. Pass72,450 miles (+9,433)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    72,450 miles
    Test number
    643206659090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass63,017 miles (+12,485)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    63,017 miles
    Test number
    574931978092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBrake pipes slightly rusty

  25. Pass50,532 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    50,532 miles
    Test number
    284264077093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail50,477 miles (+11,227)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,477 miles
    Test number
    554897457004
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

  27. Pass39,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,250 miles
    Test number
    350600966018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T202 KKU

Does T202 KKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T202 KKU is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T202 KKU?
The MOT on T202 KKU is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T202 KKU done?
T202 KKU was recorded at 147,615 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 5,474 miles a year.
Has T202 KKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T202 KKU has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T202 KKU 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 T202 KKU find?
T202 KKU passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: slight corrosion to front bumper area.

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