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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,494 cc

798 WHYMOT history

798 WHY is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Feb 1998. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 86,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

798 WHY blue 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 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
86,030 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,319 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
798 WHY
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

798 WHY was last recorded at 86,030 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 2,839 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,191 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,839 miles
Average per year
2,319 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,030 miles
  • 2024 – 83,191 miles
  • 2023 – 80,315 miles
  • 2022 – 78,338 miles
  • 2021 – 77,915 miles
  • 2015 – 77,899 miles
  • 2014 – 77,622 miles
  • 2013 – 76,908 miles
  • 2012 – 75,692 miles
  • 2011 – 72,078 miles
  • 2010 – 66,250 miles
  • 2009 – 60,417 miles
  • 2008 – 55,116 miles
  • 2007 – 49,799 miles
  • 2006 – 44,359 miles
  • 2005 – 39,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,030 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,030 miles (+2,839)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    86,030 miles
    Test number
    844898063176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass83,191 miles (+2,876)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    83,191 miles
    Test number
    707371028418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass80,315 miles (+1,977)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    80,315 miles
    Test number
    752763531254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass78,338 miles (+423)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    78,338 miles
    Test number
    674299997655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass77,915 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    77,915 miles
    Test number
    264844728720
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has travel
    • AdvisorySteering has slight stiff action

  6. Pass77,899 miles11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    77,899 miles
    Test number
    439613415042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear axle ball joint rubber boot slight damage

  7. Fail77,899 miles (+277)1 repaired11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,899 miles
    Test number
    638913015048
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear axle ball joint rubber boot slight damage

  8. Fail77,622 miles (+714)2 dangerous3 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,622 miles
    Test number
    445185014419
    • DangerousNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • DangerousVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNoise on aux drive belt system

  9. Pass76,908 miles (+1,216)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    76,908 miles
    Test number
    505194023395
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  10. Pass75,692 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    75,692 miles
    Test number
    457274422458
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail75,689 miles (+3,611)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,689 miles
    Test number
    835504522345
    • FailureBrake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass72,078 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    72,078 miles
    Test number
    167241321337
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  13. Fail72,078 miles (+5,828)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,078 miles
    Test number
    527321221353
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass66,250 miles (+5,833)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    66,250 miles
    Test number
    471946520361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,417 miles (+5,301)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    60,417 miles
    Test number
    603164729325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail55,116 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,116 miles
    Test number
    472698418463
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass55,116 miles (+5,317)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    55,116 miles
    Test number
    692168118345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    49,799 miles
    Test number
    254289417309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,799 miles (+5,440)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,799 miles
    Test number
    484339417401
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Pass44,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    44,359 miles
    Test number
    494810526335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail44,359 miles (+4,742)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,359 miles
    Test number
    563750526382
    • Repaired at testBrake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass39,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    39,617 miles
    Test number
    773309715356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail39,617 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,617 miles
    Test number
    193109815324
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about 798 WHY

What vehicle is registration 798 WHY currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 798 WHY on a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Feb 1998. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 798 WHY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 798 WHY is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 798 WHY?
The MOT on 798 WHY is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 798 WHY done?
798 WHY was recorded at 86,030 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 2,319 miles a year.
Has 798 WHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 798 WHY has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2015.
Has the mileage on 798 WHY 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 798 WHY find?
798 WHY passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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