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K817 KSK

1993 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,661 mi
Last recorded153,661 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 Land Rover Defender118,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK817 KSK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2025 153,661 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bulk head (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

wax oiled

Pass 4 Sep 2024 150,537 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

wax oiled

Pass 15 Aug 2023 147,273 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

wax oiled

Pass 9 Aug 2022 143,432 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 140,278 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

wax oiled

Pass 13 Aug 2020 137,683 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 133,090 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 129,424 miles
Pass 1 May 2017 124,668 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 120,593 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 116,914 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 113,906 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 111,073 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 108,367 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 105,778 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 103,519 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 101,148 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 99,555 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 97,911 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 95,438 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?

Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
3,550
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
181,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 77,499
Brake pipe excessively corroded 77,229
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57,749
position lamp(s) not working 53,914
Stop lamp not working 52,341
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K817 KSK is a 1993 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 118,574 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Defender fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 77,499 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K817 KSK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Defender typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 33 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K817 KSK registered?

K817 KSK is a 1993 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 12 July 1993.

Is K817 KSK safe to buy?

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