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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V679 KECMOT history

V679 KEC is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 36 MOT tests, with 209,931 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

V679 KEC red 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 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
209,931 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
36
22 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,038 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V679 KEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V679 KEC was last recorded at 209,931 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 1,343 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,588 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,343 miles
Average per year
5,038 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 209,931 miles
  • 2025 – 208,588 miles
  • 2024 – 207,659 miles
  • 2023 – 206,236 miles
  • 2022 – 203,799 miles
  • 2021 – 202,474 miles
  • 2020 – 201,895 miles
  • 2019 – 200,461 miles
  • 2018 – 198,659 miles
  • 2017 – 191,594 miles
  • 2016 – 182,153 miles
  • 2015 – 171,519 miles
  • 2014 – 163,687 miles
  • 2013 – 152,505 miles
  • 2012 – 147,889 miles
  • 2011 – 140,611 miles
  • 2009 – 133,221 miles
  • 2008 – 126,759 miles
  • 2007 – 118,304 miles
  • 2006 – 106,491 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass209,931 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both outer (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTractor joints damp

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front floor corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

36 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass209,931 miles (+1,343)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    209,931 miles
    Test number
    442087228487
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTractor joints damp

  2. Pass208,588 miles (+929)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    208,588 miles
    Test number
    548935004534
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both outer pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive both axles (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass207,659 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    207,659 miles
    Test number
    836671751392
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor corroded

  4. Fail207,652 miles (+1,416)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,652 miles
    Test number
    682755779945
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor corroded

  5. Pass206,236 miles (+2,437)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    206,236 miles
    Test number
    359767404351
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive FROM ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive FROM FRONT DIFFERENTIAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass203,799 miles (+1,325)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    203,799 miles
    Test number
    220269158513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass202,474 miles (+579)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    202,474 miles
    Test number
    873341155678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass201,895 miles (+1,434)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    201,895 miles
    Test number
    964429692980
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass200,461 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    200,461 miles
    Test number
    319434391434
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail200,459 miles (+1,800)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,459 miles
    Test number
    799892594110
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 'd' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass198,659 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    198,659 miles
    Test number
    670566006507
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Fail198,584 miles (+6,990)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,584 miles
    Test number
    955705987636
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass191,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    191,594 miles
    Test number
    825782638940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail191,593 miles (+9,440)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,593 miles
    Test number
    207504244758
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm from steering box (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureSteering damper inappropriately modified nut and bolt are insecure (2.2.C.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass182,153 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    182,153 miles
    Test number
    147539065446
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear droplink has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  16. Fail182,151 miles (+10,632)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,151 miles
    Test number
    440758634292
    • FailureBattery insecure battery box floor is excessively corroded (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber one of witches hat retaining bolts is broken
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass171,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    171,519 miles
    Test number
    642081655858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail171,518 miles (+7,831)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,518 miles
    Test number
    673667566213
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSteering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

  19. Pass163,687 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    163,687 miles
    Test number
    387700374243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail163,686 miles (+11,181)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,686 miles
    Test number
    247905254224
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  21. Pass152,505 miles (+4,616)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    152,505 miles
    Test number
    316665333419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass147,889 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    147,889 miles
    Test number
    328961252260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail147,884 miles (+55)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,884 miles
    Test number
    816868042205
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  24. Pass147,829 miles (+7,218)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    147,829 miles
    Test number
    208472352195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass140,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    140,611 miles
    Test number
    347876841183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail140,611 miles (+68)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,611 miles
    Test number
    529176441186
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  27. Pass140,543 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    140,543 miles
    Test number
    106906861078
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  28. Fail140,543 miles (+7,322)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,543 miles
    Test number
    748466861006
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  29. Pass133,221 miles (+7)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    133,221 miles
    Test number
    400964859236
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut noted

  30. Fail133,214 miles (+6,455)8 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,214 miles
    Test number
    393387049208
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut noted

  31. Pass126,759 miles (+43)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    126,759 miles
    Test number
    313254668082
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear nearside window cracked

  32. Fail126,716 miles (+8,412)10 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,716 miles
    Test number
    670779358077
    • FailureCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear nearside window cracked

  33. Pass118,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    118,304 miles
    Test number
    462002567068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail118,304 miles (+11,813)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,304 miles
    Test number
    554822367020
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

  35. Fail106,491 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,491 miles
    Test number
    694859156014
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  36. Pass106,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    106,491 miles
    Test number
    870789056000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V679 KEC

Does V679 KEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V679 KEC is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V679 KEC?
The MOT on V679 KEC is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V679 KEC done?
V679 KEC was recorded at 209,931 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 5,038 miles a year.
Has V679 KEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V679 KEC has failed 14 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on V679 KEC 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 V679 KEC find?
V679 KEC passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both outer; oil leak, but not excessive engine; oil leak, but not excessive transmission, and 1 more.

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