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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1995 · 2,496 cc

M334 YCEMOT history

M334 YCE is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 3 Jan 1995. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 129,865 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

M334 YCE black 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 24 Jun 2027
Mileage
129,865 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M334 YCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
3 Jan 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M334 YCE was last recorded at 129,865 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,859 miles · 17 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
3,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,865 miles
  • 2021 – 113,058 miles
  • 2017 – 104,449 miles
  • 2016 – 101,724 miles
  • 2015 – 99,347 miles
  • 2014 – 92,009 miles
  • 2013 – 85,824 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,865 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.

  • Front brake discs corroded and liped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear pads low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT RADIUS ARMS (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush REAR TOP BUSHS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,865 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    129,865 miles
    Test number
    149198998633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail129,859 miles3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,859 miles
    Test number
    213099313272
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass127,304 km (+2,883)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    127,304 km
    Test number
    713848187485
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Pass124,421 km1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    124,421 km
    Test number
    549409755653
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper rusty and holed

  5. Fail124,421 km (+3,802)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,421 km
    Test number
    261897944226
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper rusty and holed

  6. Pass120,619 km
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    120,619 km
    Test number
    121688631813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail120,619 km (+685)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,619 km
    Test number
    701794193881
    • MajorFuel hose leaking from diesel leak off pipe no 1 injector (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass119,934 km
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    119,934 km
    Test number
    759194541773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass113,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    113,058 miles
    Test number
    321493316576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail113,058 km (+8,157)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,058 km
    Test number
    981669849121
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  11. Pass104,901 km
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    104,901 km
    Test number
    202882723259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass104,449 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    104,449 miles
    Test number
    762710912074
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded and liped
    • AdvisoryRear pads low

  13. Fail104,202 km2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,202 km
    Test number
    119241328720
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureRear Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint a frame (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded and liped
    • AdvisoryRear pads low

  14. Pass101,724 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    101,724 miles
    Test number
    190383858173
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT RADIUS ARMS (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush REAR TOP BUSHS (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion REAR CROSSMEMBER (6.1.B.2)

  15. Fail101,724 miles (+2,377)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,724 miles
    Test number
    477499202877
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases CENTRE AND REAR SILENCERS BURST/CORRODED (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT RADIUS ARMS (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush REAR TOP BUSHS (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion REAR CROSSMEMBER (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass99,347 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    99,347 miles
    Test number
    416524842349
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits slight blue smoke
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail99,347 miles (+7,338)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,347 miles
    Test number
    600944397259
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits slight blue smoke
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass92,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    92,009 miles
    Test number
    416553984234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail92,009 miles2 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,009 miles
    Test number
    339103584206
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Pass85,830 km
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    85,830 km
    Test number
    315228093434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail85,824 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,824 miles
    Test number
    805408293292
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  22. Pass80,017 km
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    80,017 km
    Test number
    348336082223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M334 YCE

Does M334 YCE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M334 YCE is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on M334 YCE?
The MOT on M334 YCE is valid until 24 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M334 YCE done?
M334 YCE was recorded at 129,865 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 3,483 miles a year.
Has M334 YCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M334 YCE has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on M334 YCE 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 M334 YCE find?
M334 YCE passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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