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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T283 KUDMOT history

T283 KUD is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 193,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
193,841 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,640 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T283 KUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T283 KUD was last recorded at 193,841 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,802 miles · 25 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
4,640 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,841 miles
  • 2025 – 183,785 miles
  • 2024 – 174,746 miles
  • 2021 – 173,199 miles
  • 2020 – 171,480 miles
  • 2019 – 169,299 miles
  • 2018 – 164,754 miles
  • 2017 – 163,710 miles
  • 2016 – 162,432 miles
  • 2015 – 159,600 miles
  • 2014 – 153,868 miles
  • 2013 – 148,652 miles
  • 2012 – 143,883 miles
  • 2011 – 138,450 miles
  • 2010 – 133,173 miles
  • 2009 – 126,737 miles
  • 2008 – 121,656 miles
  • 2007 – 110,794 miles
  • 2006 – 104,968 miles
  • 2005 – 97,799 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,841 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2006

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,841 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    193,841 miles
    Test number
    247468988585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail193,802 miles (+10,017)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,802 miles
    Test number
    880046868567
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass183,785 miles (+9,039)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    183,785 miles
    Test number
    326397821652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass174,746 miles (+1,547)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    174,746 miles
    Test number
    909023242016
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs corroded

  5. Pass173,199 miles (+1,719)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    173,199 miles
    Test number
    715171899099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass171,480 miles (+2,181)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    171,480 miles
    Test number
    568022831805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass169,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    169,299 miles
    Test number
    731058188018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail169,299 miles (+4,545)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,299 miles
    Test number
    155353443809
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass164,754 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    164,754 miles
    Test number
    604961899677
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail164,754 miles (+1,044)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,754 miles
    Test number
    947363804354
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass163,710 miles (+1,278)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    163,710 miles
    Test number
    367996419365
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear chassis rails slight surface corrosion
    • AdvisorySlight dampness of fuel around rear of engine

  12. Pass162,432 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    162,432 miles
    Test number
    411389200224
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion rear chassis rails (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWipers parking high

  13. Fail162,432 miles (+2,832)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,432 miles
    Test number
    219300128617
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion rear chassis rails (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWipers parking high

  14. Pass159,600 miles (+59)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    159,600 miles
    Test number
    607195285124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFront axle swivels leaking slightly
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWipers parking slightly high

  15. Fail159,541 miles (+5,673)2 failures2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,541 miles
    Test number
    287266075180
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteFront axle swivels leaking slightly
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWipers parking slightly high

  16. Pass153,868 miles (+5,216)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    153,868 miles
    Test number
    538839484138
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  17. Pass148,652 miles (+4,769)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    148,652 miles
    Test number
    906642093157
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass143,883 miles (+5,433)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    143,883 miles
    Test number
    539104682183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass138,450 miles (+5,277)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    138,450 miles
    Test number
    586051981106
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass133,173 miles (+6,436)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    133,173 miles
    Test number
    621659880115
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak from engine
    • NoteSlight leak from front hub oil seals

  21. Pass126,737 miles (+5,081)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    126,737 miles
    Test number
    414650999182
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFog light switch intermittant fault
    • NoteN/s/f hub oil seal slight leak
    • NoteRear number plate slightly discoloured

  22. Pass121,656 miles (+10,862)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    121,656 miles
    Test number
    264504988181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass110,794 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    110,794 miles
    Test number
    202484497130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail110,785 miles (+5,817)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,785 miles
    Test number
    652258377144
    • FailureFront Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear number plate beginning to deteriorate
    • NoteScrew in n/s/f tyre tread

  25. Pass104,968 miles (+7,169)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    104,968 miles
    Test number
    321938076186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  26. Pass97,799 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    97,799 miles
    Test number
    364044195118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about T283 KUD

Does T283 KUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T283 KUD is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T283 KUD?
The MOT on T283 KUD is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T283 KUD done?
T283 KUD was recorded at 193,841 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 4,640 miles a year.
Has T283 KUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T283 KUD has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T283 KUD 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 T283 KUD find?
T283 KUD passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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