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Green · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L102 YJCMOT history

L102 YJC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 97,536 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

L102 YJC green 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 Jul 2027
Mileage
97,536 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,633 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L102 YJC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L102 YJC was last recorded at 97,536 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 1,601 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,935 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,601 miles
Average per year
1,633 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,536 miles
  • 2025 – 95,935 miles
  • 2024 – 95,480 miles
  • 2023 – 94,505 miles
  • 2022 – 93,584 miles
  • 2021 – 93,225 miles
  • 2020 – 92,595 miles
  • 2019 – 90,334 miles
  • 2018 – 87,581 miles
  • 2017 – 86,398 miles
  • 2016 – 84,305 miles
  • 2014 – 78,599 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,536 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBulk head in poor condition
  • AdvisorySlight play in rear axle ball jointRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosionRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Upper slight play in rear axle ball joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front bulkhead corroded and in poor condition.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Underside of vehicle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Bulkhead showing signs of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Dec 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,536 miles (+1,601)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    97,536 miles
    Test number
    580190611883
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBulk head in poor condition
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear axle ball joint
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  2. Pass95,935 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    95,935 miles
    Test number
    342672737368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper slight play in rear axle ball joint
    • AdvisoryFront bulkhead corroded and in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  3. Fail95,935 miles (+455)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,935 miles
    Test number
    826775087503
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp sidelight flashing when indicator operated (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp stop lamp affected when indicator operated (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper slight play in rear axle ball joint
    • AdvisoryFront bulkhead corroded and in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  4. Pass95,480 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    95,480 miles
    Test number
    987740989568
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront bulkhead in poor condition
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear axle ball joint
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  5. Fail95,480 miles (+975)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,480 miles
    Test number
    215153275360
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront bulkhead in poor condition
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear axle ball joint
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  6. Pass94,505 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    94,505 miles
    Test number
    567721032690
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBulkhead showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear axle ball joint
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  7. Fail94,505 miles (+921)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,505 miles
    Test number
    138751586448
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBulkhead showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear axle ball joint
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  8. Pass93,584 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    93,584 miles
    Test number
    693412692013
    • AdvisoryFront bulk head showing signs of corrosion

  9. Fail93,584 miles (+359)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,584 miles
    Test number
    972214814965
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bulk head showing signs of corrosion

  10. Pass93,225 miles (+13)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    93,225 miles
    Test number
    209565999826
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail93,212 miles (+617)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,212 miles
    Test number
    268276112405
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass92,595 miles (+2,261)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    92,595 miles
    Test number
    144855481682
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass90,334 miles (+2,753)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    90,334 miles
    Test number
    448655759573
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Pass87,581 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    87,581 miles
    Test number
    321647559316
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play foremost (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced tow bar cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  15. Fail87,568 miles (+1,170)1 dangerous2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,568 miles
    Test number
    964084940565
    • DangerousOffside Front Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine dropping onto exhuast pipe front (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play foremost (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced tow bar cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  16. Pass86,398 miles (+2,093)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    86,398 miles
    Test number
    473993920529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play foremost (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tailpipe (7.1.2)

  17. Pass84,305 miles (+5,706)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    84,305 miles
    Test number
    278019695980
    • AdvisorySlight dampness around n/s/r brake backplate

  18. Pass78,599 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    78,599 miles
    Test number
    897698434383
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  19. Pass119,386 km2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    119,386 km
    Test number
    786167933349
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteChassis rails have scaly corrosion
    • NoteCorrosion on underside of floorpans
    • NoteOffside front floor corroding
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust heavily deteriorated

  20. Fail119,386 km4 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,386 km
    Test number
    121987193160
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteChassis rails have scaly corrosion
    • NoteCorrosion on underside of floorpans
    • NoteOffside front floor corroding
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust heavily deteriorated

Questions about L102 YJC

Does L102 YJC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L102 YJC is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L102 YJC?
The MOT on L102 YJC is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L102 YJC done?
L102 YJC was recorded at 97,536 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 1,633 miles a year.
Has L102 YJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L102 YJC has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L102 YJC 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 L102 YJC find?
L102 YJC passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: coil spring corroded all; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; bulk head in poor condition, and 2 more.

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