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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T703 KNKMOT history

T703 KNK is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 22 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 69,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
69,469 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T703 KNK
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
22 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T703 KNK was last recorded at 69,469 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 1,221 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,248 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,221 miles
Average per year
2,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,469 miles
  • 2025 – 68,248 miles
  • 2024 – 67,197 miles
  • 2023 – 65,353 miles
  • 2022 – 64,411 miles
  • 2021 – 63,371 miles
  • 2020 – 62,665 miles
  • 2019 – 61,685 miles
  • 2018 – 60,517 miles
  • 2017 – 59,341 miles
  • 2016 – 57,728 miles
  • 2015 – 55,159 miles
  • 2014 – 52,267 miles
  • 2013 – 49,777 miles
  • 2012 – 47,160 miles
  • 2011 – 43,712 miles
  • 2010 – 39,827 miles
  • 2009 – 36,881 miles
  • 2008 – 33,208 miles
  • 2007 – 29,546 miles
  • 2006 – 24,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,469 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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 leaks front axle

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Hazard warning switch inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • O/s front swivel slight leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,469 miles (+1,221)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    69,469 miles
    Test number
    722188355205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass68,248 miles (+1,051)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    68,248 miles
    Test number
    444015787051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear body support tubes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass67,197 miles (+1,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    67,197 miles
    Test number
    229797361925
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  4. Pass65,353 miles (+942)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    65,353 miles
    Test number
    382515650577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass64,411 miles (+1,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    64,411 miles
    Test number
    953335413800
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass63,371 miles (+706)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    63,371 miles
    Test number
    804958636353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass62,665 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    62,665 miles
    Test number
    226504478899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail62,649 miles (+964)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,649 miles
    Test number
    181417165745
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn hub (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass61,685 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    61,685 miles
    Test number
    485661681083
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail61,685 miles (+1,168)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,685 miles
    Test number
    674368816883
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass60,517 miles (+1,176)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    60,517 miles
    Test number
    788163829952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,341 miles (+1,613)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    59,341 miles
    Test number
    476710629354
    • AdvisoryOil leaks front axle

  13. Pass57,728 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    57,728 miles
    Test number
    309123778192
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryO/s front swivel slight leak

  14. Fail57,706 miles (+2,547)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,706 miles
    Test number
    987458951325
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking fuel regulator (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryO/s front swivel slight leak

  15. Pass55,159 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    55,159 miles
    Test number
    747765563259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks front axle

  16. Fail55,159 miles (+2,892)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,159 miles
    Test number
    183570873101
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks front axle

  17. Pass52,267 miles (+2,490)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    52,267 miles
    Test number
    715194834295
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leaks

  18. Pass49,777 miles (+2,617)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    49,777 miles
    Test number
    746836123279
    • AdvisoryFront Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

  19. Pass47,160 miles (+3,448)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    47,160 miles
    Test number
    835093132257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s wiper blade slightly split

  20. Pass43,712 miles (+3,885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    43,712 miles
    Test number
    805347321258
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass39,827 miles (+2,946)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    39,827 miles
    Test number
    921120030222
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth wiper blades slightly split

  22. Pass36,881 miles (+3,673)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    36,881 miles
    Test number
    593182329208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    33,208 miles
    Test number
    693141938280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail33,202 miles (+3,656)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,202 miles
    Test number
    374771938450
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSteering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

  25. Pass29,546 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    29,546 miles
    Test number
    994633637226
    • NoteAs tested on 20/08/2007

  26. Fail29,546 miles (+4,908)5 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,546 miles
    Test number
    740162337267
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExcessive park brake lever travel
    • NoteServo pipe rubbing/wearing on engine cover
    • NoteSlight play at steering damper bush
    • NoteSteering box bolts not locked

  27. Pass24,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    24,638 miles
    Test number
    370314636256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T703 KNK

Does T703 KNK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T703 KNK is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T703 KNK?
The MOT on T703 KNK is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T703 KNK done?
T703 KNK was recorded at 69,469 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 2,225 miles a year.
Has T703 KNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T703 KNK has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on T703 KNK 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 T703 KNK find?
T703 KNK passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; oil leak, but not excessive.

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