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Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V85 KSTMOT history

V85 KST is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 111,432 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

V85 KST 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 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
111,432 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,451 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V85 KST
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
24 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V85 KST was last recorded at 111,432 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 4,515 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Aug 2008: 59,252 miles, lower than 66,592 miles on 16 Aug 2007.

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
106,917 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,515 miles
Average per year
2,451 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,432 miles
  • 2025 – 106,917 miles
  • 2024 – 100,327 miles
  • 2023 – 94,250 miles
  • 2022 – 90,463 miles
  • 2014 – 85,605 miles
  • 2013 – 83,473 miles
  • 2012 – 81,261 miles
  • 2011 – 77,537 miles
  • 2010 – 74,934 miles
  • 2009 – 71,775 miles
  • 2008 – 59,252 miles
  • 2007 – 66,592 miles
  • 2006 – 62,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,432 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.

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,432 miles (+4,515)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    111,432 miles
    Test number
    634410287270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass106,917 miles (+6,590)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    106,917 miles
    Test number
    761456257560
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive Two minor oil leaks from gearbox and transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play Rear prop shaft, front universal joint slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Oil leak, but not excessive Front axle swivel housing minor oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass100,327 miles (+6,077)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    100,327 miles
    Test number
    626529685070
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear propshaft , front u/j worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  4. Pass94,250 miles (+3,787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    94,250 miles
    Test number
    991674585255
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Diff pinion oil seal minor leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass90,463 miles (+4,858)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    90,463 miles
    Test number
    183034883839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,605 miles (+5)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    85,605 miles
    Test number
    516721034359
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll brake pipes have surface corrosion
    • NoteThe o/s and n/s front hubs have slight oil leaks
    • NoteThe o/s front brake back plate is missing
    • NoteThe rear suspension bump stops are missing

  7. Fail85,600 miles (+2,127)3 dangerous2 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,600 miles
    Test number
    796018014369
    • DangerousNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll brake pipes have surface corrosion
    • NoteThe o/s and n/s front hubs have slight oil leaks
    • NoteThe o/s front brake back plate is missing
    • NoteThe rear suspension bump stops are missing

  8. Pass83,473 miles (+24)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    83,473 miles
    Test number
    407600973295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront registration plate slight damage along lower edge
    • NoteOsr and nsr suspension bumpstop rubbers missing
    • NoteSlight seepage osf swivel joint seal
    • NoteSurface corrosion on all brake pipes

  9. Fail83,449 miles (+2,188)3 dangerous8 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,449 miles
    Test number
    715717463283
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront registration plate slight damage along lower edge
    • NoteOsr and nsr suspension bumpstop rubbers missing
    • NoteSlight seepage osf swivel joint seal
    • NoteSurface corrosion on all brake pipes

  10. Pass81,261 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    81,261 miles
    Test number
    826242462211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail81,258 miles (+3,721)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,258 miles
    Test number
    217602562281
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass77,537 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    77,537 miles
    Test number
    346551321299
    • AdvisoryCentre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Fail77,532 miles (+2,598)3 dangerous2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,532 miles
    Test number
    847871621248
    • DangerousCentre Front Steering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass74,934 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    74,934 miles
    Test number
    713190830240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOsf brake disc scoured
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  15. Fail74,934 miles (+3,159)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,934 miles
    Test number
    513518220272
    • DangerousNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOsf brake disc scoured
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  16. Pass71,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    71,775 miles
    Test number
    662526529229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,775 miles (+12,523)7 dangerous10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,775 miles
    Test number
    952567419259
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • DangerousOsf svivel leaking heavily/contaminating front tyre
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass59,252 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    59,252 miles
    Test number
    362826538425
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged
    • NoteOsf side lamp lens broken
    • NoteRear numberplate lamp bulb illuminates but has dull output

  19. Fail59,252 miles (-7,340)1 dangerous1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,252 miles
    Test number
    220735638222
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged
    • NoteOsf side lamp lens broken
    • NoteRear numberplate lamp bulb illuminates but has dull output

  20. Pass66,592 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    66,592 miles
    Test number
    504918327298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth headlamp bezels corroded
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  21. Fail66,592 miles (+4,412)4 dangerous3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,592 miles
    Test number
    741857827245
    • DangerousOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth front h/lamp bezels corroded/ likely to become insecure
    • NoteSteering damper lower ( osf) bush worn)

  22. Pass62,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    62,180 miles
    Test number
    370531036471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail62,180 miles4 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,180 miles
    Test number
    551220136207
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSteering damper bush has slight plat

Questions about V85 KST

Does V85 KST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V85 KST is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V85 KST?
The MOT on V85 KST is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V85 KST done?
V85 KST was recorded at 111,432 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 2,451 miles a year.
Has V85 KST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V85 KST has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2014.
Has the mileage on V85 KST ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Aug 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V85 KST find?
V85 KST passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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