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Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

V635 KBNMOT history

V635 KBN is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 25 Feb 2000. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 163,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

V635 KBN 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 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
163,758 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
V635 KBN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
25 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V635 KBN was last recorded at 163,758 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 4,720 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Nov 2006: 90,409 miles, lower than 805,638 miles on 29 Nov 2005.

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
159,038 miles · 5 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,720 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,758 miles
  • 2025 – 159,038 miles
  • 2023 – 151,347 miles
  • 2022 – 149,377 miles
  • 2021 – 147,751 miles
  • 2020 – 144,584 miles
  • 2019 – 141,747 miles
  • 2018 – 138,244 miles
  • 2017 – 134,556 miles
  • 2016 – 131,155 miles
  • 2015 – 129,345 miles
  • 2014 – 127,490 miles
  • 2013 – 125,714 miles
  • 2012 – 120,216 miles
  • 2011 – 116,005 miles
  • 2010 – 110,439 miles
  • 2009 – 104,845 miles
  • 2008 – 99,955 miles
  • 2006 – 90,409 miles
  • 2005 – 805,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,758 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, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread CRACKED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

33 tests since 29 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,758 miles (+4,720)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    163,758 miles
    Test number
    992034158546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass159,038 miles (+7,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    159,038 miles
    Test number
    812183701203
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass151,347 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    151,347 miles
    Test number
    590948953903
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread CRACKED (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail151,347 miles (+1,970)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,347 miles
    Test number
    757281208873
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread CRACKED (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass149,377 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    149,377 miles
    Test number
    483040142536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All 4

  6. Fail149,377 miles (+1,626)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,377 miles
    Test number
    909940813058
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working poor connection (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All 4

  7. Pass147,751 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    147,751 miles
    Test number
    292127577000
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail147,751 miles (+3,167)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,751 miles
    Test number
    581262736549
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements size (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Upper Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass144,584 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    144,584 miles
    Test number
    410429318466
    • 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))

  10. Fail144,579 miles (+2,832)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,579 miles
    Test number
    852284240872
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake valve leaking load valve (1.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass141,747 miles (+3,503)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    141,747 miles
    Test number
    345573929915
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass138,244 miles (+3,688)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    138,244 miles
    Test number
    879074350768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass134,556 miles (+3,401)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    134,556 miles
    Test number
    761657291477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly damaged front to rear (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  14. Pass131,155 miles (+1,810)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    131,155 miles
    Test number
    707704468078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass129,345 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    129,345 miles
    Test number
    375548251970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread has a crack in it (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight leak from both front steering swivel joints
    • AdvisorySlight playin lower bush on steering damper
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

  16. Fail129,345 miles (+1,855)9 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,345 miles
    Test number
    721914210683
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureFront Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis cross section where steering damper mounts to (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings out rigger corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread has a crack in it (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight leak from both front steering swivel joints
    • AdvisorySlight playin lower bush on steering damper
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

  17. Pass127,490 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    127,490 miles
    Test number
    577354344291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Fail127,490 miles (+1,776)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,490 miles
    Test number
    816404944284
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass125,714 miles (+5,498)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    125,714 miles
    Test number
    998708423235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass120,216 miles (+4,211)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    120,216 miles
    Test number
    376875242257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass116,005 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    116,005 miles
    Test number
    445240321397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteDrop arm ball joint dust cover split

  22. Fail116,005 miles (+5,566)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,005 miles
    Test number
    549419711355
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteDrop arm ball joint dust cover split

  23. Pass110,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    110,439 miles
    Test number
    271030020386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail110,439 miles (+5,594)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,439 miles
    Test number
    832930420317
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail104,845 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,845 miles
    Test number
    461621029302
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  26. Pass104,845 miles (+4,890)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    104,845 miles
    Test number
    832581029390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail99,955 miles6 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,955 miles
    Test number
    160361438330
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass99,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    99,955 miles
    Test number
    991041138325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. FailMileage not read2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    412244627451
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  30. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    850064827303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail90,409 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,409 miles
    Test number
    131530126372
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  32. Pass90,409 miles (-715,229)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    90,409 miles
    Test number
    422120226474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass805,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    805,638 miles
    Test number
    663153035303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V635 KBN

Does V635 KBN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V635 KBN is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V635 KBN?
The MOT on V635 KBN is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V635 KBN done?
V635 KBN was recorded at 163,758 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026.
Has V635 KBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V635 KBN has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on V635 KBN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Nov 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V635 KBN find?
V635 KBN passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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