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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T650 KVGMOT history

T650 KVG is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 53,270 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Nov 2024
Mileage
53,270 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
398 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T650 KVG
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
12 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T650 KVG was last recorded at 53,270 miles on 3 Apr 2025, 705 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,565 miles · 20 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
705 miles
Average per year
398 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 53,270 miles
  • 2023 – 52,565 miles
  • 2022 – 52,546 miles
  • 2021 – 52,493 miles
  • 2020 – 52,478 miles
  • 2019 – 52,231 miles
  • 2018 – 51,991 miles
  • 2017 – 51,712 miles
  • 2016 – 51,421 miles
  • 2015 – 51,190 miles
  • 2014 – 50,820 miles
  • 2013 – 50,593 miles
  • 2012 – 50,169 miles
  • 2011 – 49,696 miles
  • 2010 – 49,283 miles
  • 2009 – 48,927 miles
  • 2008 – 48,013 miles
  • 2007 – 46,776 miles
  • 2006 – 45,660 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail53,270 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned Ferule missing (5.2.3 (j))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned Ferule missing (5.2.3 (j))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned Ferule missing (5.2.3 (j))

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded end of brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm form steering box (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail53,270 miles (+705)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,270 miles
    Test number
    152244157890
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned Ferule missing (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned Ferule missing (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned Ferule missing (5.2.3 (j))

  2. Pass52,565 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    52,565 miles
    Test number
    761321342571
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass52,546 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    52,546 miles
    Test number
    523439474764
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail52,546 miles (+53)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,546 miles
    Test number
    173020005475
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass52,493 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    52,493 miles
    Test number
    530161918309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass52,478 miles (+247)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    52,478 miles
    Test number
    775633898208
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fog lamp lens damaged but not affecting the emitted light colour

  7. Pass52,231 miles (+240)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    52,231 miles
    Test number
    687614967415
    • AdvisoryAll steering components corroded
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass51,991 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    51,991 miles
    Test number
    965404268413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded end of brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm form steering box (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  9. Fail51,991 miles (+279)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,991 miles
    Test number
    621906525257
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded end of brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm form steering box (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  10. Pass51,712 miles (+291)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    51,712 miles
    Test number
    881328508773
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass51,421 miles (+231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    51,421 miles
    Test number
    756853901659
    • AdvisoryAll rear shock bushes deteriorated but no play

  12. Pass51,190 miles (+370)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    51,190 miles
    Test number
    287278145002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished and cracked between tread blocks but no cords visible at this time

  13. Pass50,820 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    50,820 miles
    Test number
    135394144420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail50,819 miles (+226)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,819 miles
    Test number
    186302444062
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass50,593 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    50,593 miles
    Test number
    799551953078
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteAll 4 coil springs corroded
    • NoteBoth front suspension towers corroded but not considered excessive at this time

  16. Fail50,593 miles (+424)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,593 miles
    Test number
    999080653074
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteAll 4 coil springs corroded
    • NoteBoth front suspension towers corroded but not considered excessive at this time

  17. Pass50,169 miles (+473)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    50,169 miles
    Test number
    929372052012
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteSlight play at o/s/f wheel

  18. Pass49,696 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    49,696 miles
    Test number
    457624751052
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion at chassis front shock towers & coil springs

  19. Fail49,696 miles (+413)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,696 miles
    Test number
    997408341010
    • FailureOffside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion at chassis front shock towers & coil springs

  20. Pass49,283 miles (+356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    49,283 miles
    Test number
    202099640093
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass48,927 miles (+914)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    48,927 miles
    Test number
    841041549082
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

  22. Pass48,013 miles (+1,237)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    48,013 miles
    Test number
    120200858051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,776 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    46,776 miles
    Test number
    254868257072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail46,772 miles (+1,112)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,772 miles
    Test number
    974927157087
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass45,660 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    45,660 miles
    Test number
    880898856008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail45,657 miles3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,657 miles
    Test number
    330114256070
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • NoteSlight leak from both swivel pin housings

Questions about T650 KVG

Does T650 KVG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T650 KVG expired on 19 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T650 KVG?
The MOT on T650 KVG expired on 19 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T650 KVG done?
T650 KVG was recorded at 53,270 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2025, an average of 398 miles a year.
Has T650 KVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T650 KVG has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T650 KVG 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 T650 KVG find?
T650 KVG failed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2025 with 3 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor; offside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger; offside rear lower shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush, and 6 more.

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