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Land Rover Defender

Yellow · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L34 YRYMOT history

L34 YRY is a yellow diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 176,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

L34 YRY yellow 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 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
176,218 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,353 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L34 YRY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
21 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L34 YRY was last recorded at 176,218 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 3,030 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,188 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,030 miles
Average per year
4,353 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 176,218 miles
  • 2024 – 173,188 miles
  • 2023 – 171,178 miles
  • 2022 – 168,961 miles
  • 2021 – 166,831 miles
  • 2020 – 163,499 miles
  • 2019 – 161,203 miles
  • 2018 – 158,875 miles
  • 2017 – 154,652 miles
  • 2016 – 148,856 miles
  • 2015 – 144,201 miles
  • 2014 – 139,834 miles
  • 2013 – 135,396 miles
  • 2012 – 128,664 miles
  • 2011 – 121,588 miles
  • 2010 – 114,822 miles
  • 2009 – 109,901 miles
  • 2008 – 103,910 miles
  • 2007 – 98,172 miles
  • 2006 – 94,141 miles
  • 2005 – 88,236 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,218 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 damp

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Front Wheel bearing has slight play X2

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front hub seal leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Seat bases corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass176,218 miles (+3,030)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    176,218 miles
    Test number
    915918217375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass173,188 miles (+2,010)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    173,188 miles
    Test number
    967090536630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass171,178 miles (+2,217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    171,178 miles
    Test number
    434053398342
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play X2 (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass168,961 miles (+2,130)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    168,961 miles
    Test number
    293868656485
    • AdvisoryFRONT & REAR AXLES SLIGHT LEAK
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySLIGHT PLAY FROM DRAG LINK END
    • AdvisorySLIGHT PLAY FROM STEERING BOX

  5. Pass166,831 miles (+3,332)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    166,831 miles
    Test number
    835190603333
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body mount slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFree play from steering box
    • AdvisoryFront diff slight oil leak
    • AdvisorySteering box damp

  6. Pass163,499 miles (+2,296)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    163,499 miles
    Test number
    498553735647
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBulk head corroded
    • AdvisorySeat base corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box damp

  7. Pass161,203 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    161,203 miles
    Test number
    153972047648
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play x2 (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower bulkhead slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySeat bases corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box damp

  8. Fail161,203 miles (+2,328)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,203 miles
    Test number
    752002319335
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play x2 (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower bulkhead corroded slightly
    • AdvisorySeat bases corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box damp

  9. Pass158,875 miles (+4,223)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    158,875 miles
    Test number
    787155175965
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear hubs damp

  10. Pass154,652 miles (+5,796)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    154,652 miles
    Test number
    823663881443
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play x2 (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box damp

  11. Pass148,856 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    148,856 miles
    Test number
    601450827216
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play x2 (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Fail148,856 miles (+4,655)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,856 miles
    Test number
    168694425973
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play x2 (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass144,201 miles (+4,367)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    144,201 miles
    Test number
    712296850352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail139,834 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,834 miles
    Test number
    715898654261
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front hubs and the offside rear hub are damp
    • NoteSteering box damp

  15. Pass139,834 miles (+4,438)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    139,834 miles
    Test number
    948828454262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front hubs and the offside rear hub are damp
    • NoteSteering box damp

  16. Pass135,396 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    135,396 miles
    Test number
    729953663260
    • AdvisoryFront Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteSlight oil weap arround parking brake drum

  17. Fail135,396 miles (+6,732)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,396 miles
    Test number
    795950363218
    • FailureBody or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteSlight oil weap arround parking brake drum

  18. Pass128,664 miles (+7,076)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    128,664 miles
    Test number
    845929362277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass121,588 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    121,588 miles
    Test number
    498478241272
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front hub seal leaking

  20. Fail121,588 miles (+6,766)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,588 miles
    Test number
    828338341264
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front hub seal leaking

  21. Pass114,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    114,822 miles
    Test number
    663793770222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail114,822 miles (+4,921)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,822 miles
    Test number
    962521270246
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • NoteCorrosion to nearside front floor pan
    • NoteNearside front hub seal leaking

  23. Pass109,901 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    109,901 miles
    Test number
    790799979211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail109,901 miles (+5,991)11 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,901 miles
    Test number
    352788579486
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass103,910 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    103,910 miles
    Test number
    440333948268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail103,902 miles (+5,730)7 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,902 miles
    Test number
    790141248259
    • FailureFront Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f hub seal leaking
    • NoteOil leaking from gearbox

  27. Pass98,172 miles (+4,031)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    98,172 miles
    Test number
    672793647254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass94,141 miles (+5,905)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    94,141 miles
    Test number
    343448646486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront hub seals started to leak
    • NoteSteering slightly stiff when turning road wheels onto lock manualy

  29. Pass88,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    88,236 miles
    Test number
    582217025213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L34 YRY

Does L34 YRY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L34 YRY is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L34 YRY?
The MOT on L34 YRY is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L34 YRY done?
L34 YRY was recorded at 176,218 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 4,353 miles a year.
Has L34 YRY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L34 YRY has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on L34 YRY 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 L34 YRY find?
L34 YRY passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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