KT32 - LAND ROVER DEFENDER
MOT: ValidGB
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The Land Rover Defender, often simply referred to as the Defender, is an iconic British off-road vehicle renowned for its rugged durability and exceptional capability. Manufactured by Land Rover, a brand with a rich history dating back to 1948, the Defender has become a symbol of adventure and resilience. Introduced in 1983 and continuously evolved, the latest models feature advanced technology, robust chassis construction, and impressive off-road specifications. Its distinctive design combines utilitarian strength with modern refinement, making it a favourite among explorers and enthusiasts alike. With a reputation built on reliability and versatility, the Land Rover Defender remains a standout choice for those seeking a capable and enduring vehicle.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 17 MOT tests
This Land Rover Defender, registration KT32, was manufactured in 2000 and first registered in September 2000. It has a green exterior and is equipped with a 2,495cc diesel engine. The vehicle is currently taxed and has a recorded mileage of 25,832 miles. The latest MOT test was conducted on 10 October 2024, with the certificate valid until 9 October 2025. The MOT included an advisory note regarding slight play in the offside track rod end ball joint; no dangerous issues were reported. The vehicle's CO2 emissions data is not available. Overall, the vehicle is in MOT-valid condition with no immediate safety concerns noted from the latest inspection.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
17
Passed Tests
12
Failed Tests
5
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 16 October 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 30,194 mi
Expires: 15 October 2026
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- Minor Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Underseal used not allowing full inspection of some components
- Advisory Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Failed - 13 October 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 30,194 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Seat belt retracting mechanism defective Drivers (7.1.2 (e))
- Major Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm Passengers (7.1.2 (b))
- Major Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
- Major Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
- Major Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- Major Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- Minor Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers (7.1.2 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Underseal used not allowing full inspection of some components
- Advisory Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 10 October 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 25,832 mi
Expires: 09 October 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Passed - 12 July 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 74,053 mi
Expires: 11 July 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory oil leak
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 03 June 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 116,379 mi
Expires: 02 June 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Failed - 01 June 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 116,379 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
- Major Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Major Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Passed - 13 February 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 112,508 mi
Expires: 12 February 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
Failed - 12 February 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 112,485 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- Major Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
Passed - 14 March 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 112,417 mi
Expires: 22 March 2014
Failed - 13 March 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 112,402 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)
- Major Offside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
- Major Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
- Major Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Major Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- Major Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- Major Offside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- Major Offside Steering damper deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
- Major Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- Major Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- Major Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- Major Nearside Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
- Major Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Passed - 09 March 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 102,998 mi
Expires: 22 March 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
- Advisory Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Advisory Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Failed - 08 March 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 102,994 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- Major Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- Major Offside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
- Advisory Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Advisory Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed - 23 March 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 97,372 mi
Expires: 22 March 2012
Passed - 17 March 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 92,814 mi
Expires: 16 March 2011
Passed - 20 January 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 87,162 mi
Expires: 19 January 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Advisory Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Passed - 14 January 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 81,884 mi
Expires: 13 January 2009
Passed - 10 January 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 74,085 mi
Expires: 09 January 2008
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for KT32?
The MOT expires on 15 October 2026.
What is the tax status of KT32?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 October 2026.
What are the specifications of KT32?
This is a 2000 LAND ROVER DEFENDER in Green. It runs on Diesel with a 2495cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of KT32?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.