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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T540 KDMMOT history

T540 KDM is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Dec 2025 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 139,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Dec 2025
Mileage
139,293 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2024
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,282 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T540 KDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T540 KDM was last recorded at 139,293 miles on 16 Nov 2024, 1,888 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,405 miles · 30 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1,888 miles
Average per year
3,282 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 139,293 miles
  • 2023 – 137,405 miles
  • 2022 – 136,553 miles
  • 2021 – 136,223 miles
  • 2020 – 134,789 miles
  • 2019 – 133,382 miles
  • 2018 – 133,061 miles
  • 2017 – 132,554 miles
  • 2016 – 131,030 miles
  • 2015 – 129,952 miles
  • 2014 – 128,245 miles
  • 2013 – 122,657 miles
  • 2012 – 117,680 miles
  • 2011 – 114,008 miles
  • 2010 – 110,412 miles
  • 2009 – 105,640 miles
  • 2008 – 101,112 miles
  • 2007 – 89,626 miles
  • 2006 – 77,500 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,293 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated D bush (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Child seat fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,293 miles (+1,888)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    139,293 miles
    Test number
    261349629077
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated D bush (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass137,405 miles (+852)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    137,405 miles
    Test number
    159725748114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath

  3. Pass136,553 miles (+330)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    136,553 miles
    Test number
    456201810078
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion

  4. Pass136,223 miles (+1,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    136,223 miles
    Test number
    804323889388
    • Advisory(child seat fitted) • (surface corrosion every where)

  5. Pass134,789 miles (+1,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    134,789 miles
    Test number
    118257244532
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion every where

  6. Pass133,382 miles (+321)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    133,382 miles
    Test number
    465958803741
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outrigger holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius rod bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outrigger holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel housing oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius rod bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion

  7. Pass133,061 miles (+507)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    133,061 miles
    Test number
    345836125108
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVery dirty and muddy underneath

  8. Pass132,554 miles (+1,524)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    132,554 miles
    Test number
    990990589691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass131,030 miles (+1,078)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    131,030 miles
    Test number
    181487323034
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass129,952 miles (+1,707)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    129,952 miles
    Test number
    588782557456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass128,245 miles (+5,588)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    128,245 miles
    Test number
    888579624306
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Pass122,657 miles (+4,977)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    122,657 miles
    Test number
    705449433333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteN/s and o/s front tyres starting to show signs of deterioration some cracking to sidewalls and tread not deep enough to show cords

  13. Pass117,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    117,680 miles
    Test number
    555720502379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail117,680 miles (+199)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,680 miles
    Test number
    887408292268
    • FailureFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass117,481 miles (+28)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    117,481 miles
    Test number
    776959672105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAll coil springs are corroded
    • NoteBrake service
    • NoteRear of chassis has grease aplyed and unable to fully inspect

  16. Fail117,453 miles (+3,445)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,453 miles
    Test number
    628957572106
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAll coil springs are corroded
    • NoteBrake service
    • NoteRear of chassis has grease aplyed and unable to fully inspect

  17. Pass114,008 miles (+3,596)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    114,008 miles
    Test number
    269819371400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass110,412 miles (+4,772)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    110,412 miles
    Test number
    201815770106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass105,640 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    105,640 miles
    Test number
    471300989133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail105,612 miles (+4,500)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,612 miles
    Test number
    240259469164
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass101,112 miles (+1,851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    101,112 miles
    Test number
    400645388110
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass99,261 miles (+9,635)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    99,261 miles
    Test number
    431907858078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass89,626 miles (+12,126)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    89,626 miles
    Test number
    781160567083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass77,500 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    77,500 miles
    Test number
    174788916429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T540 KDM

Does T540 KDM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T540 KDM expired on 4 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T540 KDM?
The MOT on T540 KDM expired on 4 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T540 KDM done?
T540 KDM was recorded at 139,293 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2024, an average of 3,282 miles a year.
Has T540 KDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T540 KDM has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2012.
Has the mileage on T540 KDM 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 T540 KDM find?
T540 KDM passed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2024 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated d bush; nearside rear anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 3 more.

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