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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T393 KNGMOT history

T393 KNG is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 9 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 259,301 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2023
Mileage
259,301 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T393 KNG
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
9 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T393 KNG was last recorded at 259,301 miles on 7 Dec 2022, 1,194 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Jun 2019: 25,579 miles, lower than 255,725 miles on 19 Jun 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
258,107 miles · 19 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1,194 miles
Average per year
10,265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 259,301 miles
  • 2021 – 258,107 miles
  • 2020 – 257,430 miles
  • 2019 – 255,729 miles
  • 2018 – 255,725 miles
  • 2016 – 250,813 miles
  • 2015 – 239,905 miles
  • 2014 – 221,883 miles
  • 2013 – 212,970 miles
  • 2012 – 195,625 miles
  • 2011 – 179,576 miles
  • 2010 – 161,236 miles
  • 2009 – 140,531 miles
  • 2008 – 121,677 miles
  • 2007 – 102,674 miles
  • 2006 – 89,473 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass259,301 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension bump stop missing

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass259,301 miles (+1,194)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    259,301 miles
    Test number
    241957379340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension bump stop missing

  2. Pass258,107 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    258,107 miles
    Test number
    846593596687
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail258,103 miles (+673)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,103 miles
    Test number
    724730577172
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass257,430 miles (+1,701)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    257,430 miles
    Test number
    370080086013
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front body mounts corroded at out riggers suspension mounting points
    • AdvisoryFront Slight misting/leak both front hub seals
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass255,729 miles (+230,150)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    255,729 miles
    Test number
    260331581803
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front body mount corroded/holed. outrigger
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body mounting corroded/holed. outrigger
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail25,579 miles (-230,146)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,579 miles
    Test number
    565875796569
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Fuel system component leaking around fuel filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front body mount corroded/holed. outrigger
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body mounting corroded/holed. outrigger
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass255,725 miles (+4,912)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    255,725 miles
    Test number
    757862812824
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outrigger corroded/holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisorySteering column has slight play in uj

  8. Pass250,813 miles (+10,908)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    250,813 miles
    Test number
    378918603401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play swivel (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  9. Pass239,905 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    239,905 miles
    Test number
    756617325088
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  10. Fail239,905 miles (+18,022)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,905 miles
    Test number
    989087625026
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  11. Pass221,883 miles (+8,913)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    221,883 miles
    Test number
    139560134037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass212,970 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    212,970 miles
    Test number
    697226353137
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail212,960 miles (+17,335)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,960 miles
    Test number
    155465653121
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass195,625 miles (+16,049)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    195,625 miles
    Test number
    427218172158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass179,576 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    179,576 miles
    Test number
    707724671164
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in both front hubs

  16. Fail179,573 miles (+18,337)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,573 miles
    Test number
    956094071120
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in both front hubs

  17. Pass161,236 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    161,236 miles
    Test number
    170248730110
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteAlternater belt tensioner collapsed

  18. Fail161,232 miles (+20,701)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,232 miles
    Test number
    491228630128
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteAlternater belt tensioner collapsed

  19. Pass140,531 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    140,531 miles
    Test number
    214962749486
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail140,531 miles (+18,854)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,531 miles
    Test number
    243212249427
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass121,677 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    121,677 miles
    Test number
    364310438109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  22. Fail121,676 miles (+19,002)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,676 miles
    Test number
    464289928130
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Pass102,674 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    102,674 miles
    Test number
    644381227111
    • NoteNearside mirror is broken.
    • NoteRust started on brake pipes.

  24. Fail102,673 miles (+13,200)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,673 miles
    Test number
    544804917114
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear shocks are damp.
    • NoteNearside mirror is broken.
    • NotePower steering box is leaking.
    • NoteRust started on brake pipes.

  25. Pass89,473 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    89,473 miles
    Test number
    214332646456
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel pump noisey

Questions about T393 KNG

Does T393 KNG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T393 KNG expired on 6 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T393 KNG?
The MOT on T393 KNG expired on 6 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T393 KNG done?
T393 KNG was recorded at 259,301 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2022, an average of 10,265 miles a year.
Has T393 KNG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T393 KNG has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T393 KNG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Jun 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T393 KNG find?
T393 KNG passed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 1 more.

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