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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 2,198 cc

LB15 GYFMOT history

LB15 GYF is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 7 Jul 2015. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2026 and it has passed 7 of 13 MOT tests, with 114,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 May 2026
Mileage
114,403 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2025
MOT tests
13
7 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB15 GYF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
7 Jul 2015
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2026
Latest MOT test
9 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB15 GYF was last recorded at 114,403 miles on 9 May 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,403 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,403 miles
  • 2024 – 109,073 miles
  • 2023 – 99,101 miles
  • 2021 – 93,449 miles
  • 2020 – 82,680 miles
  • 2019 – 68,100 miles
  • 2018 – 54,517 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,403 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded x2 (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short pipe to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short pipe to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 4 Jun 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,403 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    114,403 miles
    Test number
    798375341591
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded x2 (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short pipe to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short pipe to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  2. Fail114,403 miles (+5,330)1 dangerous7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,403 miles
    Test number
    767996404831
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety sump (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded x2 (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  3. Pass109,073 miles (+293)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    109,073 miles
    Test number
    220381165709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  4. Fail108,780 miles (+9,679)1 dangerous9 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,780 miles
    Test number
    969287323863
    • DangerousOffside side step corrosion insecure
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed blowing (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material middle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material middle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  5. Pass99,101 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    99,101 miles
    Test number
    997539422851
    • Advisory2nd seat row missing/not fitted at time of MOT test
  6. Fail99,101 miles (+5,652)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,101 miles
    Test number
    543214488924
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Advisory2nd seat row missing/not fitted at time of MOT test
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes have protective coating of grease applied not allowing full inspection to be carried out
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face pitted/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face pitted/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face pitted/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face pitted/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass93,449 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    93,449 miles
    Test number
    492782099840
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time of test
  8. Fail93,440 miles (+10,760)4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,440 miles
    Test number
    788530067224
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time of test
  9. Pass82,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    82,680 miles
    Test number
    878014509107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail82,680 miles (+14,580)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,680 miles
    Test number
    456726953160
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
  11. Pass68,100 miles (+13,583)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    68,100 miles
    Test number
    119481441670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    54,517 miles
    Test number
    841861638146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail54,517 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,517 miles
    Test number
    156993164978
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Questions about LB15 GYF

Does LB15 GYF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB15 GYF expired on 8 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB15 GYF?
The MOT on LB15 GYF expired on 8 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB15 GYF done?
LB15 GYF was recorded at 114,403 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2025, an average of 8,642 miles a year.
Has LB15 GYF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB15 GYF has failed 6 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB15 GYF 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 LB15 GYF find?
LB15 GYF passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2025 with 9 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2; front power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded x2; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short pipe to caliper, and 6 more.

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