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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

V74 KOFMOT history

V74 KOF is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 12 Aug 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 130,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2025.

V74 KOF grey Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Aug 2026
Mileage
130,747 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,323 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V74 KOF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
17 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V74 KOF was last recorded at 130,747 miles on 5 Aug 2025, 3,630 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,117 miles · 13 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
3,630 miles
Average per year
4,323 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,747 miles
  • 2024 – 127,117 miles
  • 2023 – 117,955 miles
  • 2022 – 112,951 miles
  • 2021 – 106,712 miles
  • 2020 – 90,670 miles
  • 2019 – 88,107 miles
  • 2017 – 82,257 miles
  • 2016 – 74,152 miles
  • 2013 – 73,999 miles
  • 2012 – 70,484 miles
  • 2011 – 66,787 miles
  • 2010 – 63,489 miles
  • 2009 – 59,913 miles
  • 2008 – 57,000 miles
  • 2007 – 51,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,747 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe on caliper covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger corroded through (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on inner edge of treads (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe on caliper covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 pipes slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bulkhead under bonnet corroded through but not within a prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X2 pipes slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,747 miles (+3,630)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    130,747 miles
    Test number
    970919938841
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe on caliper covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger corroded through (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on inner edge of treads (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe on caliper covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Pass127,117 miles (+9,162)1 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    127,117 miles
    Test number
    879342817108
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Insecure - Not likely to fall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass117,955 miles (+124)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    117,955 miles
    Test number
    629405563495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bulkhead under bonnet corroded through but not within a prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X2 pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail117,831 miles (+4,880)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,831 miles
    Test number
    397344497668
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bulkhead under bonnet corroded through but not within a prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X2 pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,951 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    112,951 miles
    Test number
    879466933997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded pipe on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded pipe x2 on caliper and after hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail112,949 miles (+6,237)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,949 miles
    Test number
    304030962263
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded pipe on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded pipe x2 on caliper and after hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass106,712 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    106,712 miles
    Test number
    947999088531
    • AdvisoryNear & off side rear inner part of crossmember corroded through but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryNearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail106,712 miles (+16,042)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,712 miles
    Test number
    441097056259
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNear & off side rear inner part of crossmember corroded through but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryNearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass90,670 miles (+2,563)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    90,670 miles
    Test number
    809540488776
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass88,107 miles (+5,850)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    88,107 miles
    Test number
    163044319454
    • AdvisoryNSR bumper inner bumper corner corroded
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs has general corrosion

  11. Pass82,257 miles (+8,105)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    82,257 miles
    Test number
    986291512656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,152 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    74,152 miles
    Test number
    690363735273
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll brakes have slight restriction
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrodsion

  13. Fail74,152 miles (+153)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,152 miles
    Test number
    851673472362
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll brakes have slight restriction
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrodsion

  14. Pass73,999 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    73,999 miles
    Test number
    328273333132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteNearside front tyre 3mm across centre of tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre 3mm across centre of tread

  15. Fail73,999 miles (+3,515)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,999 miles
    Test number
    645513033138
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteNearside front tyre 3mm across centre of tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre 3mm across centre of tread

  16. Pass70,484 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    70,484 miles
    Test number
    599737532109
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside front seat belt stalk cover missing
    • NoteNoise on steering

  17. Fail70,484 miles (+3,697)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,484 miles
    Test number
    965227232147
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside front seat belt stalk cover missing
    • NoteNoise on steering

  18. Pass66,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2012
    Odometer
    66,787 miles
    Test number
    939501831142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail66,787 miles (+3,298)5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,787 miles
    Test number
    889311531106
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged and cracked
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteReverse light inop

  20. Pass63,489 miles (+3,576)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    63,489 miles
    Test number
    651454030172
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass59,913 miles (+2,913)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    59,913 miles
    Test number
    461197129123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    57,000 miles
    Test number
    540236538192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail57,000 miles (+5,119)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,000 miles
    Test number
    930325038153
    • FailureNearside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteO/s/r n/s/r n/s/f tyres nailed

  24. Pass51,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    51,881 miles
    Test number
    100778527139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V74 KOF

Does V74 KOF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V74 KOF expired on 12 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V74 KOF?
The MOT on V74 KOF expired on 12 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V74 KOF done?
V74 KOF was recorded at 130,747 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2025, an average of 4,323 miles a year.
Has V74 KOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V74 KOF has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on V74 KOF 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 V74 KOF find?
V74 KOF passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2025 with 15 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe covered in grease; front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 12 more.

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