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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T58 KNFMOT history

T58 KNF is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 130,842 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
130,842 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,244 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T58 KNF
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
14 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T58 KNF was last recorded at 130,842 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Apr 2010: 54,862 miles, lower than 109,617 miles on 16 Apr 2010.
  • 15 Dec 2016: 103,801 miles, lower than 106,796 miles on 13 Dec 2016.

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
130,814 miles · 12 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
4,244 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,842 miles
  • 2024 – 125,467 miles
  • 2023 – 117,168 miles
  • 2022 – 115,193 miles
  • 2021 – 114,871 miles
  • 2020 – 114,044 miles
  • 2018 – 111,981 miles
  • 2017 – 109,076 miles
  • 2016 – 103,801 miles
  • 2015 – 105,189 miles
  • 2014 – 103,843 miles
  • 2013 – 101,736 miles
  • 2012 – 93,543 miles
  • 2011 – 84,732 miles
  • 2010 – 54,862 miles
  • 2009 – 69,349 miles
  • 2008 – 59,399 miles
  • 2007 – 51,429 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,842 miles
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering box drop arm

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 3 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,842 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    130,842 miles
    Test number
    656941760819
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail130,814 miles (+5,347)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,814 miles
    Test number
    395517086329
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass125,467 miles (+8,299)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    125,467 miles
    Test number
    441870855972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass117,168 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    117,168 miles
    Test number
    652374747612
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Fail117,168 miles (+36)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,168 miles
    Test number
    894935986344
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn shock absorber bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Fail117,132 miles (+1,939)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,132 miles
    Test number
    561348017766
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both rear shock absorber lower bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass115,193 miles (+322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    115,193 miles
    Test number
    345093408419
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass114,871 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    114,871 miles
    Test number
    943441644328
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail114,871 miles (+827)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,871 miles
    Test number
    222328955923
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass114,044 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    114,044 miles
    Test number
    124332781049
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail114,044 miles (+2,063)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,044 miles
    Test number
    734944824742
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear trailing arm mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear trailing arm mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass111,981 miles (+2,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    111,981 miles
    Test number
    997607379412
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass109,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    109,076 miles
    Test number
    220888184586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail109,076 miles (+5,275)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,076 miles
    Test number
    236530625767
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings gusset (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings gusset (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass103,801 miles (-2,995)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    103,801 miles
    Test number
    789777966026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail106,796 miles (+1,607)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,796 miles
    Test number
    915250384171
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass105,189 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    105,189 miles
    Test number
    862808684871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail105,101 miles (+1,258)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,101 miles
    Test number
    132640015172
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  19. Pass103,843 miles (+2,107)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    103,843 miles
    Test number
    907221014354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass101,736 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    101,736 miles
    Test number
    248614903313
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  21. Fail101,734 miles (+4,086)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,734 miles
    Test number
    416983003314
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  22. Pass97,648 miles (+4,105)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    97,648 miles
    Test number
    456209373081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass93,543 miles (+8,811)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    93,543 miles
    Test number
    135343992009
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  24. Pass84,732 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    84,732 miles
    Test number
    527331311198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail84,699 miles (+29,837)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,699 miles
    Test number
    409949701124
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureShock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from steering box

  26. Pass54,862 miles (-54,755)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    54,862 miles
    Test number
    282681710481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail109,617 miles (+40,268)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,617 miles
    Test number
    844626400169
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  28. Pass69,349 miles (+9,950)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    69,349 miles
    Test number
    294643919405
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  29. Pass59,399 miles (+7,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    59,399 miles
    Test number
    153164298498
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass51,429 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    51,429 miles
    Test number
    711533497028
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Questions about T58 KNF

Does T58 KNF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T58 KNF is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T58 KNF?
The MOT on T58 KNF is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T58 KNF done?
T58 KNF was recorded at 130,842 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 4,244 miles a year.
Has T58 KNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T58 KNF has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T58 KNF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 21 Apr 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T58 KNF find?
T58 KNF passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: power steering component has slight seepage from a component box.

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