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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T992 KVUMOT history

T992 KVU is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 95,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2026
Mileage
95,443 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,708 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T992 KVU
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
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T992 KVU was last recorded at 95,443 miles on 3 Oct 2025, 38 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,405 miles · 9 Oct 2018
Between the last two tests
38 miles
Average per year
2,708 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,443 miles
  • 2018 – 95,405 miles
  • 2017 – 95,258 miles
  • 2016 – 94,938 miles
  • 2015 – 93,896 miles
  • 2014 – 90,427 miles
  • 2013 – 87,099 miles
  • 2012 – 78,699 miles
  • 2010 – 72,175 miles
  • 2009 – 65,530 miles
  • 2008 – 54,965 miles
  • 2006 – 44,173 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,443 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear chassis slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass95,443 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    95,443 miles
    Test number
    904313760018
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass95,405 miles (+147)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    95,405 miles
    Test number
    550855170435
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle swivel joint seals slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All four pipes slightly corroded at brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis showings light sings of corrosion

  3. Pass95,258 miles (+320)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    95,258 miles
    Test number
    826797329991
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear chassis slightly corroded

  4. Pass94,938 miles (+1,042)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    94,938 miles
    Test number
    736317390502
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear chassis slight corroded

  5. Pass93,896 miles (+3,469)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    93,896 miles
    Test number
    209820271555
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear chassis slightly corroded

  6. Pass90,427 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    90,427 miles
    Test number
    367885194232
    • NoteSlight corrosion under vehicle
    • NoteSteering damper bush slightly worn

  7. Fail90,426 miles (+3,327)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,426 miles
    Test number
    286355894248
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering damper bush slightly worn

  8. Pass87,099 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    87,099 miles
    Test number
    736635313379
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  9. FailMileage not read9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    647564973241
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  10. Pass78,699 miles (+6,524)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    78,699 miles
    Test number
    337352952115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear discs worn

  11. Pass72,175 miles (+6,645)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    72,175 miles
    Test number
    602099820303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,530 miles (+10,565)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    65,530 miles
    Test number
    654811309360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    54,965 miles
    Test number
    264218428401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail54,965 miles (+10,792)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,965 miles
    Test number
    401338628155
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Fail44,173 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,173 miles
    Test number
    694760206369
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass44,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    44,173 miles
    Test number
    834170406360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T992 KVU

Does T992 KVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T992 KVU expired on 2 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T992 KVU?
The MOT on T992 KVU expired on 2 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T992 KVU done?
T992 KVU was recorded at 95,443 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2025, an average of 2,708 miles a year.
Has T992 KVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T992 KVU has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2014.
Has the mileage on T992 KVU 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 T992 KVU find?
T992 KVU passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; power steering pump has slight seepage.

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