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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T281 KDDMOT history

T281 KDD is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 386,074 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
386,074 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,387 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T281 KDD
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
29 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T281 KDD was last recorded at 386,074 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 58 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
386,016 miles · 25 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
58 miles
Average per year
10,387 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 386,074 miles
  • 2020 – 373,838 miles
  • 2019 – 356,021 miles
  • 2018 – 338,836 miles
  • 2017 – 325,245 miles
  • 2016 – 309,390 miles
  • 2015 – 283,707 miles
  • 2013 – 278,822 miles
  • 2012 – 252,559 miles
  • 2007 – 202,335 miles
  • 2006 – 180,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass386,074 miles
  • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 7 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass386,074 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    386,074 miles
    Test number
    942875916306
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time of test

  2. Fail386,016 miles (+12,178)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    386,016 miles
    Test number
    940647805441
    • MajorDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time of test

  3. Pass373,838 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    373,838 miles
    Test number
    457077576046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail373,838 miles (+17,817)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    373,838 miles
    Test number
    429756102763
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass356,021 miles (+17,185)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    356,021 miles
    Test number
    299322384853
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass338,836 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    338,836 miles
    Test number
    156542396306
    • MinorOffside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

  7. Fail338,836 miles (+1,016)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    338,836 miles
    Test number
    317205409386
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

  8. Fail337,820 miles (+12,575)2 dangerous7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    337,820 miles
    Test number
    660963703550
    • DangerousNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested due to wheel bearings (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass325,245 miles (+15,855)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    325,245 miles
    Test number
    244778413789
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  10. Pass309,390 miles (+41)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    309,390 miles
    Test number
    229614855338
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail309,349 miles (+25,642)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    309,349 miles
    Test number
    697912564322
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  12. Pass283,707 miles (+4,885)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    283,707 miles
    Test number
    988447125181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass278,822 miles (+26,263)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    278,822 miles
    Test number
    246656143272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass252,559 miles (+50,224)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    252,559 miles
    Test number
    269509742286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass202,335 miles (+21,990)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    202,335 miles
    Test number
    540095087152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass180,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    180,345 miles
    Test number
    292518786192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T281 KDD

Does T281 KDD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T281 KDD is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T281 KDD?
The MOT on T281 KDD is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T281 KDD done?
T281 KDD was recorded at 386,074 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 10,387 miles a year.
Has T281 KDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T281 KDD has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T281 KDD 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 T281 KDD find?
T281 KDD passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: no rear seats fitted at time of test.

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