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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L63 YDEMOT history

L63 YDE is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 25 Apr 1994. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 100,009 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

L63 YDE grey 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 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
100,009 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,776 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L63 YDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
25 Apr 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L63 YDE was last recorded at 100,009 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Nov 2008: 80,029 miles, lower than 944,171 miles on 5 Nov 2007.
  • 16 Nov 2015: 100,000 miles, lower than 100,005 miles on 12 Nov 2014.
  • 12 Nov 2018: 100,000 miles, lower than 100,003 miles on 13 Nov 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
100,009 miles · 1 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,776 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,009 miles
  • 2023 – 100,009 miles
  • 2022 – 100,009 miles
  • 2021 – 100,009 miles
  • 2020 – 100,009 miles
  • 2019 – 100,008 miles
  • 2018 – 100,008 miles
  • 2017 – 100,003 miles
  • 2016 – 100,000 miles
  • 2015 – 100,000 miles
  • 2014 – 100,005 miles
  • 2013 – 100,005 miles
  • 2012 – 100,000 miles
  • 2011 – 97,193 miles
  • 2010 – 90,245 miles
  • 2009 – 85,002 miles
  • 2008 – 80,029 miles
  • 2007 – 944,171 miles
  • 2006 – 68,570 miles
  • 2005 – 63,325 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,009 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass100,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    100,009 miles
    Test number
    205098456832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass100,009 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    100,009 miles
    Test number
    379487970286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail100,009 miles6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,009 miles
    Test number
    398313766628
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced shock mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mount chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass100,009 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    100,009 miles
    Test number
    350542382116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount and chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount and chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail100,009 miles1 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,009 miles
    Test number
    159034841450
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected on chassis (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mounting trumpet (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened on axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mounting trumpet (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount and chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount and chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass100,009 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    100,009 miles
    Test number
    140964717764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting trumpet (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting trumpet (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass100,009 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    100,009 miles
    Test number
    937653010501
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail100,009 miles (+1)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,009 miles
    Test number
    557122764667
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering by trailing arm mount (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass100,008 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,008 miles
    Test number
    243255484317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail100,008 miles1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,008 miles
    Test number
    530243075993
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass100,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    100,008 miles
    Test number
    559952637807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail100,000 miles (-3)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    560093412916
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

  13. Pass100,003 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    100,003 miles
    Test number
    189251388971
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  14. Pass100,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    817451427966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail100,000 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    142873056080
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tie bar/rod locating pin insecure at axle mounting rear (2.4.G.3a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tie bar/rod locating pin insecure at axle mounting rear (2.4.G.3a)

  16. Pass100,000 miles (-5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    897367021065
    • AdvisoryAdvise undersealing on underside

  17. Pass100,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    100,005 miles
    Test number
    497376414322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass100,005 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    100,005 miles
    Test number
    416777913472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  19. Fail100,005 miles (+5)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,005 miles
    Test number
    828145413383
    • FailureDipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (1.7.4b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass100,000 miles (+2,807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    100,000 miles
    Test number
    786994112306
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass97,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    97,193 miles
    Test number
    408021211328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail97,193 miles (+6,948)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,193 miles
    Test number
    595928101345
    • FailureFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass90,245 miles (+5,243)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    90,245 miles
    Test number
    102767000375
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear brake discs pitted

  24. Pass85,002 miles (+4,973)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    85,002 miles
    Test number
    440913519475
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass80,029 miles (-864,142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    80,029 miles
    Test number
    130336918349
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  26. Pass944,171 miles (+875,601)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    944,171 miles
    Test number
    503079207339
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  27. Pass68,570 miles (+5,245)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    68,570 miles
    Test number
    914519716306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass63,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    63,325 miles
    Test number
    952311925371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L63 YDE

Does L63 YDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L63 YDE is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L63 YDE?
The MOT on L63 YDE is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L63 YDE done?
L63 YDE was recorded at 100,009 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 1,776 miles a year.
Has L63 YDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L63 YDE has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on L63 YDE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 11 Nov 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L63 YDE find?
L63 YDE passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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