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Green · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L57 VYSMOT history

L57 VYS is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 8 Feb 1994. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 276,032 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

L57 VYS green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
276,032 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L57 VYS
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
8 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L57 VYS was last recorded at 276,032 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
276,031 miles · 16 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 276,032 miles
  • 2024 – 271,248 miles
  • 2023 – 268,574 miles
  • 2022 – 266,677 miles
  • 2021 – 265,782 miles
  • 2020 – 263,916 miles
  • 2019 – 262,711 miles
  • 2018 – 257,948 miles
  • 2017 – 254,111 miles
  • 2016 – 252,598 miles
  • 2015 – 246,815 miles
  • 2014 – 242,977 miles
  • 2013 – 230,768 miles
  • 2012 – 223,870 miles
  • 2011 – 214,874 miles
  • 2010 – 203,269 miles
  • 2009 – 200,070 miles
  • 2008 – 192,974 miles
  • 2007 – 181,815 miles
  • 2006 – 165,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass276,032 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2018

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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Rear diff bearing slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass276,032 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    276,032 miles
    Test number
    192586739413
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail276,031 miles (+4,783)10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    276,031 miles
    Test number
    255430006810
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis - chalked - by brake hose bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis - chalked - by bumper mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft securing bolt missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass271,248 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    271,248 miles
    Test number
    396383754143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryRear diff bearing slight play
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  4. Fail271,248 miles (+2,674)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    271,248 miles
    Test number
    801866386989
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff bearing slight play
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  5. Pass268,574 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    268,574 miles
    Test number
    838498727426
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  6. Fail268,574 miles (+1,897)1 dangerous7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,574 miles
    Test number
    583973733936
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  7. Pass266,677 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    266,677 miles
    Test number
    601323844012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail266,677 miles (+895)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,677 miles
    Test number
    871501619109
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass265,782 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    265,782 miles
    Test number
    922044477214
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail265,782 miles (+1,866)3 dangerous7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,782 miles
    Test number
    446993023617
    • DangerousFront Steering arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass263,916 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    263,916 miles
    Test number
    459575852725
    • AdvisoryFront diff slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Fail263,916 miles (+1,205)6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,916 miles
    Test number
    159609029412
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront diff slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass262,711 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    262,711 miles
    Test number
    772416364556
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFan belt slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNo steering damper fitted
  14. Fail262,711 miles (+4,763)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,711 miles
    Test number
    384776244481
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFan belt slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNo steering damper fitted
  15. Pass257,948 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    257,948 miles
    Test number
    214105735929
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront swivel housing seals weeping
  16. Fail257,948 miles (+3,837)8 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,948 miles
    Test number
    391686070705
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront swivel housing seals weeping
  17. Pass254,111 miles (+30)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    254,111 miles
    Test number
    294111655756
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber slightly worn
    • AdvisoryFloor corroded under passenger seat
  18. Fail254,081 miles (+7)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,081 miles
    Test number
    218246455698
    • FailureBrake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
  19. Fail254,074 miles (+1,476)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,074 miles
    Test number
    102503193859
    • FailureBrake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
  20. Pass252,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    252,598 miles
    Test number
    922794410569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail252,598 miles (+5,783)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,598 miles
    Test number
    854190587258
    • Repaired at testFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
  22. Pass246,815 miles (+3,838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    246,815 miles
    Test number
    808850506013
    • AdvisoryNearside indi repeater intermittent fault
  23. Pass242,977 miles (+12,209)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    242,977 miles
    Test number
    509144034217
    • NoteSlight play in front u/j
  24. Pass230,768 miles (+6,898)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    230,768 miles
    Test number
    309136883157
    • NoteOffside front tyre slight sidewall damage
  25. Pass223,870 miles (+8,996)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    223,870 miles
    Test number
    308365812240
    • NoteBleed back pipe slight weep
    • NoteBoth front tractor joints weeping
  26. Pass214,874 miles (+11,605)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    214,874 miles
    Test number
    969868661155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  27. Pass203,269 miles (+27)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    203,269 miles
    Test number
    493975800184
    • NoteChassis starting to corrode
    • NoteNo front brake back plates fitted
    • NoteNo offside rear brake back plate fitted
    • NoteRear tyres getting low
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside front seat belt
    • NoteTop mounting areas of front shock absorbers starting to corrode
    • NoteTracta units leaking slightly
  28. Fail203,242 miles (+3,172)9 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,242 miles
    Test number
    250779790004
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChassis starting to corrode
    • NoteNo front brake back plates fitted
    • NoteNo offside rear brake back plate fitted
    • NoteRear tyres getting low
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside front seat belt
    • NoteTop mounting areas of front shock absorbers starting to corrode
    • NoteTracta units leaking slightly
  29. Pass200,070 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    200,070 miles
    Test number
    451399089059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
  30. Fail200,058 miles (+7,084)10 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,058 miles
    Test number
    132533089422
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
  31. Pass192,974 miles (+11,159)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    192,974 miles
    Test number
    122636668042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass181,815 miles (+9)1 advisory8 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    181,815 miles
    Test number
    994049177071
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFerrules on nearside front brake hose starting to corrode
    • NoteFront seatbelts slightly damaged
    • NoteFront shock absorber mounting areas starting to corrode
    • NoteFuel tank damp?
    • NoteNearside front hub seal leaking slightly
    • NoteNearside rear hub oil seal leaking oil close to brake pads
    • NoteNearside rear suspension bump stop missing and chassis corroding
    • NoteRear chassis members starting to corrode
  33. Fail181,806 miles (+15,970)5 failures1 advisory8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,806 miles
    Test number
    130764177442
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFerrules on nearside front brakehose starting to corrode
    • NoteFront seat belts slightly damaged
    • NoteFront shock absorber mounting areas starting to corrode
    • NoteFuel tank damp???
    • NoteNearside front hub seal leaking slightly
    • NoteNearside rear hub oil seal leaking oil close to brake pads???
    • NoteNearside rear suspension bump stop missing and chassis starting to corrode
    • NoteRear chassis members starting to corrode
  34. Pass165,836 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    165,836 miles
    Test number
    164616916073
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about L57 VYS

Does L57 VYS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L57 VYS is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L57 VYS?
The MOT on L57 VYS is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L57 VYS done?
L57 VYS was recorded at 276,032 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 5,484 miles a year.
Has L57 VYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L57 VYS has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L57 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 L57 VYS find?
L57 VYS passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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