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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,492 cc

T771 KOFMOT history

T771 KOF is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 198,318 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jun 2027
Mileage
198,318 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,144 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T771 KOF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T771 KOF was last recorded at 198,318 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 3,310 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 May 2016: 14,774 miles, lower than 139,447 miles on 22 May 2015.
  • 19 Jul 2023: 185,125 miles, lower than 188,612 miles on 13 Jul 2023.

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
195,008 miles · 7 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,310 miles
Average per year
6,144 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,318 miles
  • 2025 – 195,008 miles
  • 2024 – 191,719 miles
  • 2023 – 185,125 miles
  • 2022 – 185,048 miles
  • 2021 – 182,138 miles
  • 2020 – 176,811 miles
  • 2019 – 170,154 miles
  • 2018 – 161,886 miles
  • 2017 – 154,423 miles
  • 2016 – 14,774 miles
  • 2015 – 139,447 miles
  • 2014 – 128,141 miles
  • 2013 – 127,008 miles
  • 2012 – 124,649 miles
  • 2011 – 122,820 miles
  • 2010 – 118,736 miles
  • 2009 – 106,963 miles
  • 2008 – 94,501 miles
  • 2007 – 84,674 miles
  • 2006 – 74,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,318 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

35 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,318 miles (+3,310)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    198,318 miles
    Test number
    580334911787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass195,008 miles (+3,289)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    195,008 miles
    Test number
    383043406739
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) x2 front
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass191,719 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    191,719 miles
    Test number
    759215279278
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail191,719 miles (+6,594)2 dangerous2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,719 miles
    Test number
    128820320871
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Pass185,125 miles (-3,487)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    185,125 miles
    Test number
    925106775378
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x 4 coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail188,612 miles (+3,564)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,612 miles
    Test number
    637797772382
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x 4 coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass185,048 miles (+2,910)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    185,048 miles
    Test number
    566458055897
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x 4 corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal multiple underbody weld repairs undersealed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass182,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    182,138 miles
    Test number
    708242713062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail182,138 miles (+2)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,138 miles
    Test number
    466898860218
    • MajorCentral Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail182,136 miles (+5,325)3 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,136 miles
    Test number
    327287393651
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Cab mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass176,811 miles (+6,657)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    176,811 miles
    Test number
    831451615224
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight leaks from engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass170,154 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    170,154 miles
    Test number
    852773105646
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail170,154 miles (+8,268)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,154 miles
    Test number
    782749039010
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to towing bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to steering bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to rear track control arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to towing bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass161,886 miles (+8)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    161,886 miles
    Test number
    191960079440
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))

  15. Fail161,878 miles (+7,455)3 dangerous6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,878 miles
    Test number
    222347542458
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))

  16. Pass154,423 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    154,423 miles
    Test number
    525374957263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Fail154,423 miles (+139,649)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,423 miles
    Test number
    481095468249
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings body mounting arms (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings near top of strut (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings body mounting arms (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Center chassis area multiple spots marked in yellow (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Pass14,774 miles (-124,673)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    14,774 miles
    Test number
    217110574118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass139,447 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    139,447 miles
    Test number
    287042745487
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteCorrosion around rear axle suspension arm bracket
    • NoteWiper arm loose nsf but still clearing screen

  20. Fail139,447 miles (+11,306)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,447 miles
    Test number
    207218335137
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteCorrosion around rear axle suspension arm bracket
    • NoteWiper arm loose nsf but still clearing screen

  21. Pass128,141 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    128,141 miles
    Test number
    339779224112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  22. Fail128,141 miles (+1,133)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,141 miles
    Test number
    707017124126
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Lower Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  23. Pass127,008 miles (+2,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    127,008 miles
    Test number
    786625643371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass124,649 miles (+11)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    124,649 miles
    Test number
    125928442395
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside rear brake [ipe twisted

  25. Fail124,638 miles (+1,818)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,638 miles
    Test number
    266394202323
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteOffside front & both rear brake discs corroded

  26. Pass122,820 miles (+4,084)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    122,820 miles
    Test number
    218573291239
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteN/s drag link joint cover split
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc pitted

  27. Pass118,736 miles (+110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    118,736 miles
    Test number
    291079920234
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Fail118,626 miles (+11,663)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,626 miles
    Test number
    994793020287
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass106,963 miles (+7)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    106,963 miles
    Test number
    833349919209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak rearof gearbox

  30. Fail106,956 miles (+12,455)3 dangerous6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,956 miles
    Test number
    262847519255
    • DangerousBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • DangerousCentre Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak rear of gearbox (possibly in to hand brake drum )

  31. Pass94,501 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    94,501 miles
    Test number
    460926368147
    • NoteN/s wiper linkage worn [LOST MOVEMENT]

  32. Fail94,494 miles (+9,820)10 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,494 miles
    Test number
    413753268153
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteN/s wiper linkage worn [LOST MOVEMENT]

  33. Pass84,674 miles (+9,970)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    84,674 miles
    Test number
    341185717164
    • NoteSlight oil leak on transmission
    • NoteSlight play in n/s wiper linkage

  34. Pass74,704 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    74,704 miles
    Test number
    211720816105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail74,697 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,697 miles
    Test number
    873939506167
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Questions about T771 KOF

Does T771 KOF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T771 KOF is valid until 6 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T771 KOF?
The MOT on T771 KOF is valid until 6 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T771 KOF done?
T771 KOF was recorded at 198,318 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 6,144 miles a year.
Has T771 KOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T771 KOF has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T771 KOF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 3 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T771 KOF find?
T771 KOF passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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