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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

P641 YKSMOT history

P641 YKS is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 May 1997. Its MOT expired on 30 Nov 2024 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 128,502 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2023.

P641 YKS black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Nov 2024
Mileage
128,502 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2023
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,734 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P641 YKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
30 May 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P641 YKS was last recorded at 128,502 miles on 1 Dec 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Dec 2008: 27,902 miles, lower than 91,956 miles on 4 Dec 2008.

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
128,501 miles · 29 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,734 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 128,502 miles
  • 2022 – 128,414 miles
  • 2021 – 127,792 miles
  • 2020 – 127,775 miles
  • 2018 – 126,750 miles
  • 2016 – 125,852 miles
  • 2015 – 121,672 miles
  • 2014 – 115,756 miles
  • 2013 – 111,960 miles
  • 2012 – 105,402 miles
  • 2011 – 101,966 miles
  • 2010 – 99,069 miles
  • 2009 – 95,062 miles
  • 2008 – 27,902 miles
  • 2007 – 86,974 miles
  • 2006 – 80,863 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,502 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2006–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,502 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    128,502 miles
    Test number
    520714363249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail128,501 miles (+87)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,501 miles
    Test number
    802712811462
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass128,414 miles (+622)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    128,414 miles
    Test number
    935475659137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass127,792 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    127,792 miles
    Test number
    143796288897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass127,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    127,775 miles
    Test number
    958178290366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail127,775 miles (+1,025)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,775 miles
    Test number
    558651199621
    • MajorDirection indicator not working both rear (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

  7. Pass126,750 miles (+898)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    126,750 miles
    Test number
    623714587395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail125,852 miles (+4,180)3 dangerous9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,852 miles
    Test number
    591796942378
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit now and badly worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis badly corroded and holed (6.1.B.2)
    • DangerousChassis cross members box sections outriggers all badly corroded and distorted
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryDrivers and passenger seat belts webbing damaged
    • AdvisoryFuel tank corroded and damp

  9. Pass121,672 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    121,672 miles
    Test number
    248268265454
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail121,638 miles (+5,882)14 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,638 miles
    Test number
    188521465112
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass115,756 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    115,756 miles
    Test number
    178281074181
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Fail115,745 miles (+3,785)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,745 miles
    Test number
    605749964183
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSteering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass111,960 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    111,960 miles
    Test number
    988312433344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  14. Fail111,948 miles (+6,546)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,948 miles
    Test number
    367549523336
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass105,402 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    105,402 miles
    Test number
    706670222330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail105,402 miles (+3,436)12 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,402 miles
    Test number
    166967212383
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass101,966 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    101,966 miles
    Test number
    186998921319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail101,948 miles (+2,879)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,948 miles
    Test number
    746197421346
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass99,069 miles1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    99,069 miles
    Test number
    874063240383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteAlternator bearings noisey
    • NoteBoth front tractor swivel joints have free play
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn nsf on limit now
    • NoteChassis heavily plated and badly corroded
    • NoteNsf chassis outrigger to body mount corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteWindscreen cracked

  20. Fail99,069 miles (+4,007)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,069 miles
    Test number
    941363340357
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteAlternator bearings noisey
    • NoteBoth front tractor swivel joints have free play
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn nsf on limit now
    • NoteChassis heavily plated and badly corroded
    • NoteNsf chassis outrigger to body mount corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  21. Pass95,062 miles (+67,160)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    95,062 miles
    Test number
    274838039398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,902 miles (-64,054)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    27,902 miles
    Test number
    892700248354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail91,956 miles (+4,982)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,956 miles
    Test number
    593239138386
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass86,974 miles (+6,111)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    86,974 miles
    Test number
    314126797408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass80,863 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    80,863 miles
    Test number
    552321796196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail80,823 miles2 dangerous14 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,823 miles
    Test number
    993624976173
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureFront Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Steering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside Upper Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Upper Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about P641 YKS

Does P641 YKS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P641 YKS expired on 30 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P641 YKS?
The MOT on P641 YKS expired on 30 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P641 YKS done?
P641 YKS was recorded at 128,502 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2023, an average of 2,734 miles a year.
Has P641 YKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P641 YKS has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on P641 YKS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Dec 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P641 YKS find?
P641 YKS passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; offside front axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam, and 1 more.

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