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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T3 KGJMOT history

T3 KGJ is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 135,852 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
135,852 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,913 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T3 KGJ
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
15 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T3 KGJ was last recorded at 135,852 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,848 miles · 11 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,913 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,852 miles
  • 2024 – 133,750 miles
  • 2023 – 131,798 miles
  • 2022 – 129,654 miles
  • 2021 – 126,143 miles
  • 2020 – 122,541 miles
  • 2019 – 119,128 miles
  • 2018 – 116,057 miles
  • 2017 – 114,219 miles
  • 2015 – 110,131 miles
  • 2014 – 104,204 miles
  • 2013 – 97,961 miles
  • 2012 – 89,737 miles
  • 2011 – 82,952 miles
  • 2010 – 75,581 miles
  • 2009 – 68,084 miles
  • 2008 – 60,357 miles
  • 2007 – 52,640 miles
  • 2006 – 44,748 miles
  • 2005 – 36,887 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,852 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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear "X" member

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt buckle damaged

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

35 tests since 28 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,852 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    135,852 miles
    Test number
    241859442812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail135,848 miles (+2,098)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,848 miles
    Test number
    174560160716
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure back box hangar failed (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass133,750 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    133,750 miles
    Test number
    211823499632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail133,733 miles (+1,935)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,733 miles
    Test number
    549785160498
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner side of chassis/bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner side of chassis/bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis/bumper x2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass131,798 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    131,798 miles
    Test number
    736345597636
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear "X" member (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Fail131,794 miles (+2,140)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,794 miles
    Test number
    307222502483
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component insecure mud flap (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear "X" member (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass129,654 miles (+303)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    129,654 miles
    Test number
    380923708820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail129,351 miles (+3,208)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,351 miles
    Test number
    209742533641
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CROSSMEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CROSSMEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass126,143 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    126,143 miles
    Test number
    148618822228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail126,138 miles (+3,597)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,138 miles
    Test number
    908666047990
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass122,541 miles (+3,413)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    122,541 miles
    Test number
    914245750766
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass119,128 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    119,128 miles
    Test number
    592421493218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail119,128 miles (+3,071)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,128 miles
    Test number
    116912650005
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass116,057 miles (+19)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    116,057 miles
    Test number
    528148192462
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Fail116,038 miles (+1,819)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,038 miles
    Test number
    868792898720
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Pass114,219 miles (+4,088)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    114,219 miles
    Test number
    375707348626
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Flexi hose to caliper pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Flexi hose to caliper pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass110,131 miles (+125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    110,131 miles
    Test number
    938844714442
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)

  18. Fail110,006 miles (+5,802)18 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,006 miles
    Test number
    536474196382
    • FailureCentre Front Steering damper damaged and unserviceable rubbers deterrated (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users rear wings (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush top and bottom (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake servo insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users rear wing (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush top and bottom (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)

  19. Pass104,204 miles (+56)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    104,204 miles
    Test number
    848777634309
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  20. Fail104,148 miles (+6,187)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,148 miles
    Test number
    955911234395
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  21. Pass97,961 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    97,961 miles
    Test number
    716573833322
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

  22. Fail97,942 miles (+8,205)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,942 miles
    Test number
    579981933341
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

  23. Pass89,737 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    89,737 miles
    Test number
    187617102339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail89,732 miles (+6,780)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,732 miles
    Test number
    968005902313
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass82,952 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    82,952 miles
    Test number
    617080501374
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  26. Fail82,947 miles (+7,366)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,947 miles
    Test number
    696048391279
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  27. Pass75,581 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    75,581 miles
    Test number
    753527980248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  28. Fail75,570 miles (+7,486)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,570 miles
    Test number
    334026180476
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  29. Pass68,084 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    68,084 miles
    Test number
    682346389276
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  30. Fail68,079 miles (+7,722)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,079 miles
    Test number
    762606189243
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  31. Pass60,357 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    60,357 miles
    Test number
    324863888226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  32. Fail60,351 miles (+7,711)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,351 miles
    Test number
    323191588484
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end socket spring weak (2.2.B.1e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  33. Pass52,640 miles (+7,892)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    52,640 miles
    Test number
    470216177243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper bush

  34. Pass44,748 miles (+7,861)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    44,748 miles
    Test number
    912171576274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass36,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    36,887 miles
    Test number
    520201175290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T3 KGJ

Does T3 KGJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T3 KGJ is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T3 KGJ?
The MOT on T3 KGJ is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T3 KGJ done?
T3 KGJ was recorded at 135,852 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 4,913 miles a year.
Has T3 KGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T3 KGJ has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T3 KGJ 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 T3 KGJ find?
T3 KGJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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