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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V49 KWWMOT history

V49 KWW is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 142,234 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

V49 KWW blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
142,234 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,688 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V49 KWW
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
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V49 KWW was last recorded at 142,234 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 7,205 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Aug 2007: 51,447 miles, lower than 51,466 miles on 15 Aug 2007.
  • 21 Aug 2008: 54,020 miles, lower than 54,081 miles on 18 Aug 2008.

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
135,029 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,205 miles
Average per year
4,688 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,234 miles
  • 2025 – 135,029 miles
  • 2024 – 129,902 miles
  • 2023 – 127,611 miles
  • 2022 – 125,100 miles
  • 2021 – 120,754 miles
  • 2020 – 117,929 miles
  • 2019 – 114,287 miles
  • 2018 – 109,057 miles
  • 2017 – 103,511 miles
  • 2016 – 96,897 miles
  • 2015 – 90,547 miles
  • 2014 – 80,091 miles
  • 2013 – 75,056 miles
  • 2012 – 72,352 miles
  • 2011 – 67,763 miles
  • 2010 – 61,590 miles
  • 2009 – 57,162 miles
  • 2008 – 54,020 miles
  • 2007 – 51,447 miles
  • 2006 – 47,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,234 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Dip switch loose in operation

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Bulkhead outrigger corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Swivel seal leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 4 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,234 miles (+7,205)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    142,234 miles
    Test number
    532053422376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass135,029 miles (+5,127)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    135,029 miles
    Test number
    219030212260
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass129,902 miles (+2,291)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    129,902 miles
    Test number
    539353217327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass127,611 miles (+2,511)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    127,611 miles
    Test number
    685375773568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass125,100 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    125,100 miles
    Test number
    297071131616
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail125,086 miles (+4,332)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,086 miles
    Test number
    581956411819
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass120,754 miles (+2,825)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    120,754 miles
    Test number
    302817430259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass117,929 miles (+3,642)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    117,929 miles
    Test number
    541401147625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass114,287 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    114,287 miles
    Test number
    285491304202
    • AdvisoryDip switch loose in operation
    • AdvisoryNearside Bulkhead outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail114,287 miles (+5,230)4 major1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,287 miles
    Test number
    338684384674
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis ( steering box mounting ) (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis ( spanner arm rear mounting ) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryDip switch loose in operation
    • AdvisoryNearside Bulkhead outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Bulkhead out rigger corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  11. Pass109,057 miles (+93)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    109,057 miles
    Test number
    833237650740
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Spanner arm bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail108,964 miles (+5,453)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,964 miles
    Test number
    681464376009
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged Bracket corroded, moving with steering (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Lower both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides on calipers (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Spanner arm bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front OS front swivel hub leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass103,511 miles (+759)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    103,511 miles
    Test number
    756655614801
    • AdvisoryBoth front (bulkhead) outriggers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded On caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  14. Fail102,752 miles (+5,855)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,752 miles
    Test number
    780713086581
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Cross member and chassis (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBoth front outriggers corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank cradle corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded On caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass96,897 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    96,897 miles
    Test number
    916161283045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread depth 2.6mms --OK
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc deteriorating -- not excessive
    • AdvisoryO/s/front body support outrigger deteriorated -- not yet excessive [below drivers feet]

  16. Fail96,885 miles (+6,338)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,885 miles
    Test number
    107574816045
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 5.38 --- limmit 3.0 (7.4.B.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread depth 2.6mms --OK
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc deteriorating -- not excessive
    • AdvisoryPropshaft universal joint worn front prop close to collapse --- dangerous
    • AdvisoryO/s/front body support outrigger deteriorated -- not yet excessive [below drivers feet]

  17. Pass90,547 miles (+10,456)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    90,547 miles
    Test number
    705826216795
    • AdvisoryHeavy rust at n/s/front shock absorber top mounting
    • AdvisoryO/s/rear brake effort lagging behind n/s/rear
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stop rubbers missing / insecure

  18. Pass80,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    80,091 miles
    Test number
    949735944297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail80,091 miles (+5,035)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,091 miles
    Test number
    489595444219
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  20. Fail75,056 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,056 miles
    Test number
    307452363458
    • Repaired at testOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass75,056 miles (+2,704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    75,056 miles
    Test number
    655342463239
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass72,352 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    72,352 miles
    Test number
    555355672247
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre bald on inner edge
    • NoteRear chassis member starting to corrode around tow bar mountings

  23. Fail72,352 miles (+4,589)4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,352 miles
    Test number
    285035372292
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre bald on inner edge
    • NoteRear chassis member starting to corrode around tow bar mountings

  24. Pass67,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    67,763 miles
    Test number
    328356761416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail67,763 miles (+6,173)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,763 miles
    Test number
    388465961488
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass61,590 miles (+4,428)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    61,590 miles
    Test number
    112964940235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass57,162 miles (+3,142)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    57,162 miles
    Test number
    313925229466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass54,020 miles (-61)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    54,020 miles
    Test number
    544654338246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail54,081 miles (+2,634)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,081 miles
    Test number
    503241838231
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  30. Pass51,447 miles (-19)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    51,447 miles
    Test number
    613558727228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail51,466 miles (+3,637)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,466 miles
    Test number
    893457927264
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

  32. Pass47,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    47,829 miles
    Test number
    174096916285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V49 KWW

Does V49 KWW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V49 KWW is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V49 KWW?
The MOT on V49 KWW is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V49 KWW done?
V49 KWW was recorded at 142,234 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 4,688 miles a year.
Has V49 KWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V49 KWW has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on V49 KWW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 16 Aug 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V49 KWW find?
V49 KWW passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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