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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,500 cc

X453 KKVMOT history

X453 KKV is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Feb 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 75,452 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

X453 KKV white 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 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
75,452 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X453 KKV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X453 KKV was last recorded at 75,452 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 1,833 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,619 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,833 miles
Average per year
2,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,452 miles
  • 2025 – 73,619 miles
  • 2024 – 70,500 miles
  • 2023 – 70,497 miles
  • 2022 – 69,866 miles
  • 2021 – 69,007 miles
  • 2020 – 66,949 miles
  • 2019 – 66,105 miles
  • 2018 – 65,563 miles
  • 2017 – 63,917 miles
  • 2016 – 61,782 miles
  • 2015 – 58,467 miles
  • 2009 – 43,321 miles
  • 2008 – 38,793 miles
  • 2007 – 32,908 miles
  • 2006 – 27,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,452 miles
  • AdvisoryFloor corroded
  • AdvisoryRear x member corroded

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front tyres fouling suspension on full lock

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025

  • All coil springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,452 miles (+1,833)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    75,452 miles
    Test number
    384185922686
    • AdvisoryFloor corroded
    • AdvisoryRear x member corroded
  2. Pass73,619 miles (+1)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    73,619 miles
    Test number
    648725917342
    • DangerousFront tyres fouling suspension on full lock
  3. Fail73,618 miles (+3,118)1 dangerous12 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,618 miles
    Test number
    193817725049
    • DangerousFront tyres fouling suspension on full lock
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel mainhand brake lever (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  4. Pass70,500 miles (+3)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    70,500 miles
    Test number
    212789492989
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most underside showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security x member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage deformed but serviceable track rod (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
  5. Fail70,497 miles (+631)1 dangerous8 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,497 miles
    Test number
    978748002942
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc contaminated Hub seal leaking onto disc (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Drive shaft joint excessively worn Prop shaft universal joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Crossmember (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Heavily corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Crossmember (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Tie rod bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass69,866 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    69,866 miles
    Test number
    183037091523
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Fail69,861 miles (+854)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,861 miles
    Test number
    448765669896
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel filter housing mounted on the offside rear chassis (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near side front jacking point. Rear crossmember. light corrosion on chassis in general. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
  8. Pass69,007 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    69,007 miles
    Test number
    378000945567
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight free play at wheel
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail69,005 miles (+2,056)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,005 miles
    Test number
    268084388623
    • DangerousSteering component deformed to the extent that steering is affected Steering track rod arm bent (2.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play No.2 ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen Jet missing (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight free play at wheel
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass66,949 miles (+844)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    66,949 miles
    Test number
    198072505850
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis and underside components showing signs of light corrosion
  11. Pass66,105 miles (+542)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,105 miles
    Test number
    660039086756
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Underside pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass65,563 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    65,563 miles
    Test number
    292110954449
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  13. Fail65,560 miles (+1,643)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,560 miles
    Test number
    211417538992
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  14. Pass63,917 miles (+2,135)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    63,917 miles
    Test number
    446688178657
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryHand brake close to no reserve .
    • AdvisoryNo door cards fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryOff side front hub seal has light misting of oil
  15. Pass61,782 miles (+3,315)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    61,782 miles
    Test number
    194957370575
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all underside (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks
  16. Pass58,467 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    58,467 miles
    Test number
    815826409870
    • AdvisoryAll underside metal brake pipes showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryPlay in rear axle upper ball joint
  17. Fail58,467 miles (+15,146)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,467 miles
    Test number
    678617677913
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play number 2 (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Panhard rod synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryAll underside metal brake pipes showing signs of corrosion
  18. Pass43,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    43,321 miles
    Test number
    253848329088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail43,321 miles (+4,528)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,321 miles
    Test number
    280048429014
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  20. Pass38,793 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    38,793 miles
    Test number
    192655848473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail38,789 miles (+5,881)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,789 miles
    Test number
    483471738030
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  22. Pass32,908 miles (+5,036)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    32,908 miles
    Test number
    211909717096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    27,872 miles
    Test number
    321114126043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X453 KKV

Does X453 KKV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X453 KKV is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X453 KKV?
The MOT on X453 KKV is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X453 KKV done?
X453 KKV was recorded at 75,452 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 2,375 miles a year.
Has X453 KKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X453 KKV has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on X453 KKV 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 X453 KKV find?
X453 KKV passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: floor corroded; rear x member corroded.

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