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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V72 KVYMOT history

V72 KVY is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 171,760 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

V72 KVY green 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 19 Jun 2027
Mileage
171,760 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,006 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V72 KVY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V72 KVY was last recorded at 171,760 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 4,208 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,552 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,208 miles
Average per year
6,006 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,760 miles
  • 2025 – 167,552 miles
  • 2024 – 164,608 miles
  • 2023 – 161,009 miles
  • 2022 – 159,211 miles
  • 2021 – 155,925 miles
  • 2020 – 155,075 miles
  • 2019 – 152,230 miles
  • 2018 – 148,036 miles
  • 2017 – 140,445 miles
  • 2016 – 131,204 miles
  • 2015 – 121,635 miles
  • 2012 – 96,693 miles
  • 2011 – 91,770 miles
  • 2010 – 82,965 miles
  • 2009 – 73,657 miles
  • 2008 – 66,062 miles
  • 2007 – 56,338 miles
  • 2006 – 51,825 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,760 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear seat belts not tested.

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 Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Slight play in nearside front swivel hub lower bearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass171,760 miles (+4,208)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    171,760 miles
    Test number
    311762898672
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts not tested.

  2. Pass167,552 miles (+2,944)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    167,552 miles
    Test number
    248175148859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass164,608 miles (+3,599)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    164,608 miles
    Test number
    410597160834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass161,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    161,009 miles
    Test number
    828170722009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail161,009 miles (+1,798)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,009 miles
    Test number
    211624731605
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass159,211 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    159,211 miles
    Test number
    105345806268
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail159,211 miles (+3,286)1 dangerous2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,211 miles
    Test number
    189189919368
    • DangerousRear Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety diesel filter (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass155,925 miles (+850)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    155,925 miles
    Test number
    367577062139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass155,075 miles (+2,845)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    155,075 miles
    Test number
    627763115486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass152,230 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    152,230 miles
    Test number
    717299089925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail152,219 miles (+4,183)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,219 miles
    Test number
    200442261650
    • MajorNearside Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass148,036 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    148,036 miles
    Test number
    353035194050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside front swivel hub lower bearing

  13. Fail148,032 miles (+7,587)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,032 miles
    Test number
    351306952448
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front (rear) track rod ends (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside front swivel hub lower bearing

  14. Pass140,445 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    140,445 miles
    Test number
    878983424382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear seat have been modified fixings

  15. Fail140,445 miles (+9,241)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,445 miles
    Test number
    307943591113
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear seat have been modified fixings

  16. Pass131,204 miles (+593)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    131,204 miles
    Test number
    243887716228
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  17. Fail130,611 miles (+8,976)5 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,611 miles
    Test number
    684521294470
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded rear chassis cross member (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis out rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings body round chassis out rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded rear chassis cross member (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt a frame (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryLower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryLower Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced rusty (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed middle row outer (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryUpper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryChassis rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass121,635 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    121,635 miles
    Test number
    215389945161
    • NoteOil leak from engine and gearbox
    • NoteRear a frame balljoint gaitor torn

  19. Fail121,634 miles (+24,941)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,634 miles
    Test number
    207147345144
    • FailureNearside Front Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted (2.2.D.2c)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak from engine and gearbox
    • NoteRear a frame balljoint gaitor torn

  20. Pass96,693 miles (+4,923)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    96,693 miles
    Test number
    827725792191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass91,770 miles (+13)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    91,770 miles
    Test number
    905436501298
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail91,757 miles (+8,792)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,757 miles
    Test number
    828003401222
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass82,965 miles (+392)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    82,965 miles
    Test number
    773887180111
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteChips
    • NoteSlight play in hubs

  24. Fail82,573 miles (+8,916)5 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,573 miles
    Test number
    414948760157
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAux belt worn
    • NoteChips in screen
    • NoteN/s/f seat belt fluffing
    • NoteSlight pla in rear hubs

  25. Pass73,657 miles (+7,595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    73,657 miles
    Test number
    212188499484
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  26. Pass66,062 miles (+9,724)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    66,062 miles
    Test number
    370553408292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass56,338 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    56,338 miles
    Test number
    202173887431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail56,336 miles (+4,511)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,336 miles
    Test number
    250220887488
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  29. Pass51,825 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    51,825 miles
    Test number
    284009376449
    • AdvisoryLower Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about V72 KVY

Does V72 KVY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V72 KVY is valid until 19 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V72 KVY?
The MOT on V72 KVY is valid until 19 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V72 KVY done?
V72 KVY was recorded at 171,760 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 6,006 miles a year.
Has V72 KVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V72 KVY has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on V72 KVY 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 V72 KVY find?
V72 KVY passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 2 more.

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