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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T255 KCSMOT history

T255 KCS is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 35 MOT tests, with 109,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
109,485 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
35
19 passed · 16 failed
Per year
3,076 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T255 KCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T255 KCS was last recorded at 109,485 miles on 26 May 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,477 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,076 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,485 miles
  • 2025 – 109,477 miles
  • 2024 – 109,313 miles
  • 2023 – 109,263 miles
  • 2022 – 108,833 miles
  • 2021 – 108,403 miles
  • 2019 – 105,039 miles
  • 2018 – 100,004 miles
  • 2017 – 92,060 miles
  • 2016 – 85,879 miles
  • 2015 – 78,093 miles
  • 2014 – 75,495 miles
  • 2013 – 71,314 miles
  • 2012 – 68,616 miles
  • 2011 – 65,031 miles
  • 2010 – 60,863 miles
  • 2009 – 58,465 miles
  • 2008 – 55,381 miles
  • 2007 – 53,027 miles
  • 2006 – 48,244 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,485 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Coil spring corroded All four

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

35 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,485 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    109,485 miles
    Test number
    978524828674
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass109,477 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    109,477 miles
    Test number
    772088478267
    • 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 Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail109,477 miles (+164)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,477 miles
    Test number
    504832941394
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • 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 Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass109,313 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    109,313 miles
    Test number
    602771041471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted on the inner braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail109,312 miles (+49)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,312 miles
    Test number
    392394009898
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Front steering arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted on the inner braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass109,263 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    109,263 miles
    Test number
    925808096267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Rigid brake pipe at caliper contacting spring on full lock
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bulk head corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail109,245 miles (+412)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,245 miles
    Test number
    556746537419
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. all 3 (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Rigid brake pipe at caliper contacting spring on full lock
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bulk head corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass108,833 miles (+5)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    108,833 miles
    Test number
    342804142149
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier box corroded (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear corroded by body mounting
    • AdvisoryOffside floor pan corroded

  9. Fail108,828 miles (+425)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,828 miles
    Test number
    132071898843
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier box corroded (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear corroded by body mounting
    • AdvisoryOffside floor pan corroded

  10. Pass108,403 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    108,403 miles
    Test number
    552845459467
    • AdvisoryBattery tray corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail108,403 miles (+3,364)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,403 miles
    Test number
    984389891935
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBattery tray corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass105,039 miles (+546)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    105,039 miles
    Test number
    388187163825
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Offside and nearside axle spheres leaking but not contaminating brake components
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to to vehicle body and underside
    • AdvisoryNearside Floor corroded and holed but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail104,493 miles (+4,489)2 major2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,493 miles
    Test number
    503464823023
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Offside and nearside axle spheres leaking but not contaminating brake components
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to to vehicle body and underside
    • AdvisoryNearside Floor corroded and holed but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass100,004 miles (+7,944)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    100,004 miles
    Test number
    904160901932
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering knuckle seal leaking grease (Recommend attention soon
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering knuckle seal leaking grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced B pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp-shaft leaking grease at front universal joint

  15. Pass92,060 miles (+6,181)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,060 miles
    Test number
    123908278172
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension parts corroded

  16. Pass85,879 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    85,879 miles
    Test number
    825147763256
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail85,875 miles (+7,782)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,875 miles
    Test number
    288724745490
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass78,093 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    78,093 miles
    Test number
    138374545028
    • NoteFull chassis & subframes corroded
    • NoteNsf outrigger holed & corroded but outwith prescribed area
    • NoteOsf outrigger holed & corroded but outwith prescribed area

  19. Fail78,093 miles (+2,598)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,093 miles
    Test number
    548632745059
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)
    • NoteFull chassis & subframes corroded
    • NoteNsf outrigger holed & corroded but outwith prescribed area
    • NoteOsf outrigger holed & corroded but outwith prescribed area
    • NoteOsf tyre worn

  20. Pass75,495 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    75,495 miles
    Test number
    905561754039
    • NoteFront tyres old & cracked

  21. Fail75,491 miles (+4,177)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,491 miles
    Test number
    108370334098
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)
    • NoteFront tyres old & cracked

  22. Pass71,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    71,314 miles
    Test number
    219096513055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail71,314 miles (+2,698)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,314 miles
    Test number
    527176713036
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  24. Fail68,616 miles (+3,585)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,616 miles
    Test number
    428504192117
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

  25. Pass65,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    65,031 miles
    Test number
    546095791196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail65,031 miles (+4,168)8 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,031 miles
    Test number
    387862191197
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront prop rear spicer joint worn
    • NoteNsf wheel very slight noise
    • NoteNsr tyre uneven wear- tyre old
    • NoteWiper blades worn

  27. Pass60,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    60,863 miles
    Test number
    922346280192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail60,863 miles (+2,398)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,863 miles
    Test number
    200953680467
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFuel filter poor

  29. Pass58,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    58,465 miles
    Test number
    143008999164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail58,465 miles (+3,084)6 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,465 miles
    Test number
    334675399164
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteW-blades torn

  31. Pass55,381 miles (+2,354)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    55,381 miles
    Test number
    812882398180
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBrake pipes at front calipers poor
    • NoteFront brakes poor
    • NoteRear brakes poor

  32. Pass53,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    53,027 miles
    Test number
    431851997175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail53,027 miles (+4,783)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,027 miles
    Test number
    460841597114
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  34. Pass48,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    48,244 miles
    Test number
    164350686175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail48,244 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,244 miles
    Test number
    152529176147
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T255 KCS

Does T255 KCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T255 KCS is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T255 KCS?
The MOT on T255 KCS is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T255 KCS done?
T255 KCS was recorded at 109,485 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 3,076 miles a year.
Has T255 KCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T255 KCS has failed 16 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T255 KCS 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 T255 KCS find?
T255 KCS passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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