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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L46 VYSMOT history

L46 VYS is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 7 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 8 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 70,925 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2023.

L46 VYS white Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Mar 2024
Mileage
70,925 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L46 VYS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
7 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L46 VYS was last recorded at 70,925 miles on 9 Mar 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,925 miles · 8 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 70,925 miles
  • 2022 – 69,951 miles
  • 2021 – 67,559 miles
  • 2020 – 67,539 miles
  • 2019 – 63,183 miles
  • 2018 – 61,996 miles
  • 2017 – 60,642 miles
  • 2015 – 58,585 miles
  • 2014 – 54,151 miles
  • 2013 – 49,614 miles
  • 2012 – 45,450 miles
  • 2011 – 40,891 miles
  • 2010 – 36,529 miles
  • 2009 – 32,836 miles
  • 2008 – 28,418 miles
  • 2007 – 24,226 miles
  • 2006 – 20,356 miles
  • 2005 – 15,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,925 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.

  • Head light reflectors going off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • O/s belt webbing damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under sealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Chassis welded in lots of places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • N/s front brake back plate missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake pipes undersealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    70,925 miles
    Test number
    115609757506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail70,925 miles (+974)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,925 miles
    Test number
    538335714777
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass69,951 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    69,951 miles
    Test number
    998203198629
    • AdvisoryHead light reflectors going off
    • AdvisoryO/s belt webbing damaged

  4. Fail69,949 miles (+2,390)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,949 miles
    Test number
    375291850619
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryHead light reflectors going off
    • AdvisoryO/s belt webbing damaged

  5. Pass67,559 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    67,559 miles
    Test number
    716375938669
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail67,539 miles (+4,356)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,539 miles
    Test number
    329512047368
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Seat belt retracting mechanism defective buckle faulty (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength around shocker top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front axle corroded both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorTowbar component defective rear cross member corroded around fixing bolts (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s mounting bracket corroded

  7. Pass63,183 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    63,183 miles
    Test number
    125470797716
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under sealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChassis welded in lots of places
    • AdvisoryN/s front brake back plate missing

  8. Fail63,182 miles (+1,186)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,182 miles
    Test number
    576614713000
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under sealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChassis welded in lots of places
    • AdvisoryN/s front brake back plate missing
    • AdvisoryPas noisey

  9. Pass61,996 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    61,996 miles
    Test number
    586097090518
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes undersealed
    • AdvisoryLots of chassis repairs

  10. Fail61,978 miles (+1,336)4 dangerous9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,978 miles
    Test number
    758039894124
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired seat base (5.2.6)
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired seat base (5.2.6)
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2 places (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes undersealed
    • AdvisoryFront prop uj worn
    • AdvisoryLots of chassis repair
    • AdvisoryO/s step insecure

  11. Pass60,642 miles (+2,057)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    60,642 miles
    Test number
    304334057649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,585 miles (+4,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    58,585 miles
    Test number
    439116965189
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass54,151 miles (+4,537)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    54,151 miles
    Test number
    607018344175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,614 miles (+4,164)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    49,614 miles
    Test number
    686791543119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,450 miles (+4,559)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    45,450 miles
    Test number
    266379342172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,891 miles (+4,362)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,891 miles
    Test number
    399988551139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,529 miles (+3,693)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    36,529 miles
    Test number
    414845360120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,836 miles (+4,418)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    32,836 miles
    Test number
    204298469170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,418 miles (+136)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    28,418 miles
    Test number
    472750878110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail28,282 miles (+4,056)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,282 miles
    Test number
    924641568177
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

  21. Pass24,226 miles (+3,870)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    24,226 miles
    Test number
    894062957154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,356 miles (+4,944)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    20,356 miles
    Test number
    670810276197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    15,412 miles
    Test number
    772058465103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass15,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    15,412 miles
    Test number
    682028365116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L46 VYS

Does L46 VYS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L46 VYS expired on 8 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L46 VYS?
The MOT on L46 VYS expired on 8 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L46 VYS done?
L46 VYS was recorded at 70,925 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2023, an average of 3,132 miles a year.
Has L46 VYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L46 VYS has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on L46 VYS 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 L46 VYS find?
L46 VYS passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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