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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V703 KWRMOT history

V703 KWR is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 241,716 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

V703 KWR black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
241,716 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,470 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V703 KWR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V703 KWR was last recorded at 241,716 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
241,699 miles · 22 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
5,470 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 241,716 miles
  • 2025 – 240,941 miles
  • 2024 – 234,243 miles
  • 2023 – 228,246 miles
  • 2022 – 222,887 miles
  • 2021 – 216,167 miles
  • 2019 – 207,148 miles
  • 2018 – 201,779 miles
  • 2017 – 197,156 miles
  • 2016 – 190,340 miles
  • 2015 – 187,675 miles
  • 2014 – 180,537 miles
  • 2012 – 162,985 miles
  • 2011 – 155,060 miles
  • 2010 – 141,690 miles
  • 2006 – 130,017 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass241,716 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Steering box weeping

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass241,716 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    241,716 miles
    Test number
    371330554645
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail241,699 miles (+758)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,699 miles
    Test number
    152162016619
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass240,941 miles (+6,698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    240,941 miles
    Test number
    546161425374
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass234,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    234,243 miles
    Test number
    229744995579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail234,243 miles (+5,997)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,243 miles
    Test number
    392760821185
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) not working off and near side (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass228,246 miles (+5,359)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    228,246 miles
    Test number
    595003883531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box weeping

  7. Pass222,887 miles (+6,720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    222,887 miles
    Test number
    612596694358
    • AdvisorySlight play on both front steering arm end joints
    • AdvisorySteering box weeping

  8. Pass216,167 miles (+9,019)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    216,167 miles
    Test number
    380323578812
    • AdvisoryBoth front chassis outriggers corroded but not excessive
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass207,148 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    207,148 miles
    Test number
    941733127700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail207,129 miles (+5,350)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,129 miles
    Test number
    381949070720
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to silencer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting footwell (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  11. Pass201,779 miles (+4,623)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    201,779 miles
    Test number
    855100908422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass197,156 miles (+6,816)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    197,156 miles
    Test number
    576763215655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass190,340 miles (+30)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    190,340 miles
    Test number
    315315185590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight pitting n/s/f and o/s/f inner brake discs

  14. Fail190,310 miles (+2,635)6 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,310 miles
    Test number
    300124026648
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight pitting n/s/f and o/s/f inner brake discs

  15. Pass187,675 miles (+22)5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    187,675 miles
    Test number
    296814285155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvise slight corrosion n/s/r body mounting
    • NoteAdvise slight corrosion o/s/r body mounting
    • NoteAdvise slight oil leak n/s/f and o/s/f axle spheres
    • NoteAdvise slight play front prop-shaft ujs

  16. Fail187,653 miles (+7,116)5 failures7 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,653 miles
    Test number
    867075575150
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvise pitting n/s/r and o/s/r inner brake discs
    • NoteAdvise slight corrosion n/s/r body mounting
    • NoteAdvise slight corrosion o/s/r body mounting
    • NoteAdvise slight oil leak n/s/f and o/s/f axle spheres
    • NoteAdvise slight play front prop-shaft ujs

  17. Pass180,537 miles (+17,552)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    180,537 miles
    Test number
    128423484017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass162,985 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    162,985 miles
    Test number
    965841582035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail162,981 miles (+7,921)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,981 miles
    Test number
    965219372093
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has a loose unit in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has a loose unit in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass155,060 miles (+13,370)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    155,060 miles
    Test number
    929604491013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass141,690 miles (+11,673)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    141,690 miles
    Test number
    911218540012
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass130,017 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    130,017 miles
    Test number
    164819916180
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSteering damper shockabsorber ancor bush slightly worn

Questions about V703 KWR

Does V703 KWR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V703 KWR is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V703 KWR?
The MOT on V703 KWR is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V703 KWR done?
V703 KWR was recorded at 241,716 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 5,470 miles a year.
Has V703 KWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V703 KWR has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V703 KWR 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 V703 KWR find?
V703 KWR passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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