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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T394 KMBMOT history

T394 KMB is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 172,062 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2024
Mileage
172,062 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T394 KMB
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
12 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T394 KMB was last recorded at 172,062 miles on 25 Jan 2023, 6,388 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Mar 2014: 121,427 miles, lower than 136,295 miles on 26 Feb 2013.

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
165,674 miles · 28 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
6,388 miles
Average per year
5,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 172,062 miles
  • 2022 – 165,674 miles
  • 2021 – 158,997 miles
  • 2020 – 153,955 miles
  • 2018 – 151,436 miles
  • 2017 – 150,748 miles
  • 2016 – 148,470 miles
  • 2015 – 146,256 miles
  • 2014 – 121,427 miles
  • 2013 – 136,295 miles
  • 2012 – 131,305 miles
  • 2011 – 116,741 miles
  • 2010 – 106,277 miles
  • 2009 – 102,131 miles
  • 2008 – 96,589 miles
  • 2007 – 90,341 miles
  • 2006 – 82,136 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,062 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.

  • Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,062 miles (+6,388)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    172,062 miles
    Test number
    281987793941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass165,674 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    165,674 miles
    Test number
    544849849339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail165,645 miles (+6,648)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,645 miles
    Test number
    217545614452
    • MajorCentral Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 45% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass158,997 miles (+5,042)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    158,997 miles
    Test number
    784832427135
    • DangerousOffside wiper slightley short of screen on o/s
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass153,955 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    153,955 miles
    Test number
    291378943143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail153,951 miles (+2,515)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,951 miles
    Test number
    326312227767
    • DangerousSteering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings shocker bush (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass151,436 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    151,436 miles
    Test number
    381121931706
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail151,436 miles (+688)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,436 miles
    Test number
    525257658577
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer rigger in 2 places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer rigger in 2 places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Fuel pipe union leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass150,748 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    150,748 miles
    Test number
    124128441582
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  10. Fail150,748 miles (+2,278)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,748 miles
    Test number
    611374178811
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering in 3 places (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  11. Pass148,470 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    148,470 miles
    Test number
    628499892740
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  12. Fail148,470 miles (+2,214)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,470 miles
    Test number
    285924235590
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer rigger on 2 places (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer rigger in 2 places (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  13. Pass146,256 miles (+24,829)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    146,256 miles
    Test number
    455191005202
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Pass121,427 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    121,427 miles
    Test number
    228193374085
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  15. Fail121,427 miles (-14,868)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,427 miles
    Test number
    395611274037
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Steering arm damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  16. Pass136,295 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    136,295 miles
    Test number
    816277053047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail136,295 miles (+4,990)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,295 miles
    Test number
    407006853050
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass131,305 miles (+14,564)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    131,305 miles
    Test number
    216638832216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass116,741 miles (+10,464)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    116,741 miles
    Test number
    487005301226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass106,277 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    106,277 miles
    Test number
    303850830217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight cracking on nsr tyre on tread surface.

  21. Fail106,277 miles (+4,146)3 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,277 miles
    Test number
    881940630230
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight cracking on nsr tyre on tread surface.

  22. Pass102,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    102,131 miles
    Test number
    911336039247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail102,131 miles (+5,542)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,131 miles
    Test number
    242376639271
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • 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)

  24. Pass96,589 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    96,589 miles
    Test number
    272092528209
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail96,589 miles (+6,248)11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,589 miles
    Test number
    713032628277
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass90,341 miles (+8,205)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    90,341 miles
    Test number
    144383597149
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass82,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    82,136 miles
    Test number
    930486516224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T394 KMB

Does T394 KMB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T394 KMB expired on 29 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T394 KMB?
The MOT on T394 KMB expired on 29 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T394 KMB done?
T394 KMB was recorded at 172,062 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2023, an average of 5,458 miles a year.
Has T394 KMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T394 KMB has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T394 KMB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Mar 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T394 KMB find?
T394 KMB passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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