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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

FYM 97MOT history

FYM 97 is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 206,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

FYM 97 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 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
206,532 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
9,011 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
FYM 97
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

FYM 97 was last recorded at 206,532 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 7,940 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,592 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
7,940 miles
Average per year
9,011 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 206,532 miles
  • 2024 – 198,592 miles
  • 2023 – 191,701 miles
  • 2022 – 183,977 miles
  • 2021 – 176,468 miles
  • 2020 – 169,165 miles
  • 2019 – 160,315 miles
  • 2018 – 152,577 miles
  • 2017 – 144,318 miles
  • 2016 – 135,908 miles
  • 2015 – 126,951 miles
  • 2014 – 118,225 miles
  • 2013 – 109,235 miles
  • 2012 – 99,582 miles
  • 2011 – 89,948 miles
  • 2010 – 80,942 miles
  • 2009 – 70,712 miles
  • 2008 – 59,645 miles
  • 2007 – 48,651 miles
  • 2006 – 36,484 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,532 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Wheel bearing rough when rotated

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

34 tests since 14 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,532 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    206,532 miles
    Test number
    486177898147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail206,532 miles (+7,940)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,532 miles
    Test number
    655499357621
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass198,592 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    198,592 miles
    Test number
    488234915183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail198,588 miles (+6,887)1 dangerous10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,588 miles
    Test number
    692564474487
    • DangerousDriver's door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn Both UJ's (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Radius arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Radius arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear most UJ (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  5. Pass191,701 miles (+550)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    191,701 miles
    Test number
    662333766581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail191,151 miles (+7,174)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,151 miles
    Test number
    250715220181
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering arm deformed Steering arm fixing bolt insecure. (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass183,977 miles (+7,509)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    183,977 miles
    Test number
    908657378122
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded, front to rear of vehicle. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  8. Pass176,468 miles (+7,303)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    176,468 miles
    Test number
    211394659686
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass169,165 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    169,165 miles
    Test number
    469590314054
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail169,164 miles (+8,849)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,164 miles
    Test number
    494530016103
    • MajorCentral Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass160,315 miles (+7,738)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    160,315 miles
    Test number
    942916785331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass152,577 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    152,577 miles
    Test number
    215253633523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail152,567 miles (+8,249)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,567 miles
    Test number
    977909784389
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

  14. Pass144,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    144,318 miles
    Test number
    197732411052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail144,318 miles (+8,410)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,318 miles
    Test number
    501856741902
    • FailureBrake servo excessively weakened by corrosion cracked (3.6.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Propshaft universal joint worn

  16. Pass135,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    135,908 miles
    Test number
    172116169266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail135,908 miles (+8,957)6 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,908 miles
    Test number
    769591797530
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass126,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    126,951 miles
    Test number
    173803622981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail126,951 miles (+8,726)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,951 miles
    Test number
    556785538178
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft component defective

  20. Pass118,225 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    118,225 miles
    Test number
    868856524389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail118,222 miles (+8,987)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,222 miles
    Test number
    856144924333
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  22. Pass109,235 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    109,235 miles
    Test number
    248189533344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail109,234 miles (+9,652)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,234 miles
    Test number
    278066033397
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside obligatory indirect vision device deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  24. Pass99,582 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    99,582 miles
    Test number
    139915532390
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti slip worn

  25. Fail99,582 miles (+9,634)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,582 miles
    Test number
    726165632321
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti slip worn

  26. Pass89,948 miles (+9,006)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    89,948 miles
    Test number
    866762521357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti slip slightly deteriorated in condition
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  27. Pass80,942 miles (+10,230)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    80,942 miles
    Test number
    444208440475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass70,712 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    70,712 miles
    Test number
    304406849381
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  29. Fail70,712 miles (+11,067)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,712 miles
    Test number
    274186749365
    • DangerousNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  30. Fail59,645 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,645 miles
    Test number
    152438538328
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Upper Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  31. Pass59,645 miles (+10,994)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    59,645 miles
    Test number
    401218838366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  32. Pass48,651 miles (+12,167)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    48,651 miles
    Test number
    400846947460
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak

  33. Pass36,484 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    36,484 miles
    Test number
    443818746434
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  34. Fail36,484 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,484 miles
    Test number
    843798946307
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about FYM 97

What vehicle is registration FYM 97 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show FYM 97 on a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Jan 2004. 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 FYM 97 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on FYM 97 is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on FYM 97?
The MOT on FYM 97 is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has FYM 97 done?
FYM 97 was recorded at 206,532 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 9,011 miles a year.
Has FYM 97 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FYM 97 has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on FYM 97 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 FYM 97 find?
FYM 97 passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres.

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