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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

T14 LYOMOT history

T14 LYO is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 22 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 129,997 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Nov 2026
Mileage
129,997 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T14 LYO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T14 LYO was last recorded at 129,997 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 3,770 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,227 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,770 miles
Average per year
5,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,997 miles
  • 2024 – 126,227 miles
  • 2023 – 122,402 miles
  • 2022 – 120,070 miles
  • 2021 – 117,920 miles
  • 2020 – 113,665 miles
  • 2019 – 110,456 miles
  • 2018 – 102,782 miles
  • 2017 – 94,631 miles
  • 2016 – 88,078 miles
  • 2015 – 81,725 miles
  • 2014 – 76,308 miles
  • 2013 – 69,052 miles
  • 2012 – 59,405 miles
  • 2011 – 53,712 miles
  • 2010 – 47,857 miles
  • 2009 – 41,110 miles
  • 2008 – 31,005 miles
  • 2007 – 25,096 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,997 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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,997 miles (+3,770)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    129,997 miles
    Test number
    400223281842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass126,227 miles (+3,825)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    126,227 miles
    Test number
    502159152815
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s/f & o/s/f (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Pass122,402 miles (+2,332)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    122,402 miles
    Test number
    785940418572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass120,070 miles (+2,150)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    120,070 miles
    Test number
    306690983055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass117,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    117,920 miles
    Test number
    703126902152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail117,920 miles (+4,255)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,920 miles
    Test number
    741280465047
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play Drop arm off steering box, ball joint. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass113,665 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    113,665 miles
    Test number
    762196012765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail113,646 miles (+3,190)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,646 miles
    Test number
    305234734070
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass110,456 miles (+7,674)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    110,456 miles
    Test number
    745974551368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,782 miles (+8,151)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    102,782 miles
    Test number
    863142594309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass94,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    94,631 miles
    Test number
    924747611386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail94,631 miles (+6,553)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,631 miles
    Test number
    100688743973
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking fuel regulator leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Pass88,078 miles (+6,353)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    88,078 miles
    Test number
    423740272986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,725 miles (+5,417)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    81,725 miles
    Test number
    856531426433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,308 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    76,308 miles
    Test number
    556511804380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,298 miles (+7,246)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,298 miles
    Test number
    565977494260
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Pass69,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    69,052 miles
    Test number
    286465893276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. FailMileage not read3 failures1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    817608283298
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureShock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureSteering column shaft retaining device insecure (2.1.6)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside washer jet blocked

  19. Pass59,405 miles (+5,693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    59,405 miles
    Test number
    425802392243
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Pass53,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    53,712 miles
    Test number
    675479191276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail53,712 miles (+5,855)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,712 miles
    Test number
    335008691252
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass47,857 miles (+6,747)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    47,857 miles
    Test number
    210962000343
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  23. Pass41,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    41,110 miles
    Test number
    810235819319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail41,110 miles (+10,105)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,110 miles
    Test number
    443474819305
    • FailureUpper Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  25. Pass31,005 miles (+5,909)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    31,005 miles
    Test number
    764672668237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    25,096 miles
    Test number
    974788987236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T14 LYO

Does T14 LYO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T14 LYO is valid until 14 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T14 LYO?
The MOT on T14 LYO is valid until 14 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T14 LYO done?
T14 LYO was recorded at 129,997 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 5,802 miles a year.
Has T14 LYO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T14 LYO has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T14 LYO 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 T14 LYO find?
T14 LYO passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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