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Land Rover Defender

Beige · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

900 SYVMOT history

900 SYV is a beige diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 87,496 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

900 SYV beige 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 20 Jun 2027
Mileage
87,496 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,956 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
900 SYV
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

900 SYV was last recorded at 87,496 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 1,001 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,495 miles · 30 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,001 miles
Average per year
2,956 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,496 miles
  • 2025 – 86,495 miles
  • 2024 – 85,957 miles
  • 2023 – 85,689 miles
  • 2022 – 85,351 miles
  • 2021 – 84,702 miles
  • 2020 – 84,111 miles
  • 2019 – 83,909 miles
  • 2017 – 83,705 miles
  • 2015 – 74,586 miles
  • 2014 – 71,807 miles
  • 2013 – 68,391 miles
  • 2012 – 64,577 miles
  • 2011 – 60,469 miles
  • 2010 – 52,363 miles
  • 2009 – 47,257 miles
  • 2008 – 41,188 miles
  • 2007 – 34,193 miles
  • 2006 – 27,595 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,496 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.

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front brakes have reduced surface area on inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Power steering box damp.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Slight play in offside rear shock absorber top bush.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,496 miles (+1,001)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    87,496 miles
    Test number
    851956827410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass86,495 miles (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    86,495 miles
    Test number
    147854760675
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Fail86,456 miles (+499)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,456 miles
    Test number
    223300962687
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Pass85,957 miles (+268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    85,957 miles
    Test number
    375985249419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass85,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    85,689 miles
    Test number
    648342537439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,689 miles (+338)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,689 miles
    Test number
    445727958890
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass85,351 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    85,351 miles
    Test number
    906290429793
    • AdvisoryPower steering box damp
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump noisy

  8. Fail85,351 miles (+649)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,351 miles
    Test number
    956878425976
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering box damp
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump noisy

  9. Pass84,702 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    84,702 miles
    Test number
    983810057092
    • AdvisoryFront brakes have reduced surface area on inner face
    • AdvisoryPower steering box damp.
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rear shock absorber top bush.
    • AdvisorySome play in rear propshaft universal joints.

  10. Fail84,702 miles (+591)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,702 miles
    Test number
    112002713207
    • DangerousRear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brakes have reduced surface area on inner face
    • AdvisoryPower steering box damp.
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rear shock absorber top bush.
    • AdvisorySome play in rear propshaft universal joints.

  11. Pass84,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    84,111 miles
    Test number
    507480927965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail84,111 miles (+202)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,111 miles
    Test number
    701613576583
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass83,909 miles (+204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    83,909 miles
    Test number
    458459307270
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass83,705 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    83,705 miles
    Test number
    608997402276
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.6.6)

  15. Fail83,705 miles (+2,461)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,705 miles
    Test number
    900962221470
    • FailureFuel system component insecure fuel filter housing (7.2.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.6.6)

  16. Pass81,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    81,244 miles
    Test number
    458130267026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,244 miles (+6,658)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,244 miles
    Test number
    250256142119
    • DangerousOffside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass74,586 miles (+2,779)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    74,586 miles
    Test number
    475186845172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,807 miles (+3,416)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    71,807 miles
    Test number
    568352064030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteProp-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

  20. Fail68,391 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,391 miles
    Test number
    177518063468
    • Repaired at testNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass68,391 miles (+3,814)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    68,391 miles
    Test number
    925428163033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass64,577 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    64,577 miles
    Test number
    186523262076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail64,576 miles (+4,107)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,576 miles
    Test number
    719370462056
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass60,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    60,469 miles
    Test number
    186956351040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail60,469 miles (+8,106)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,469 miles
    Test number
    568966151014
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass52,363 miles (+5,106)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    52,363 miles
    Test number
    992278060090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass47,257 miles (+6,069)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,257 miles
    Test number
    513492169086
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass41,188 miles (+6,995)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,188 miles
    Test number
    604117868063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  29. Pass34,193 miles (+6,598)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    34,193 miles
    Test number
    603185257023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass27,595 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    27,595 miles
    Test number
    400897866011
    • NoteFront no plate cracked

Questions about 900 SYV

What vehicle is registration 900 SYV currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 900 SYV on a beige diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 Mar 2002. 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 900 SYV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 900 SYV is valid until 20 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on 900 SYV?
The MOT on 900 SYV is valid until 20 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 900 SYV done?
900 SYV was recorded at 87,496 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 2,956 miles a year.
Has 900 SYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 900 SYV has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2025.
Has the mileage on 900 SYV 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 900 SYV find?
900 SYV passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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