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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

T1 VYCMOT history

T1 VYC is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 75,139 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Mar 2026
Mileage
75,139 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2025
MOT tests
20
19 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,243 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T1 VYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T1 VYC was last recorded at 75,139 miles on 7 Mar 2025, 2,570 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,569 miles · 7 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
2,570 miles
Average per year
3,243 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 75,139 miles
  • 2024 – 72,569 miles
  • 2023 – 69,925 miles
  • 2021 – 68,449 miles
  • 2020 – 67,302 miles
  • 2019 – 67,012 miles
  • 2018 – 66,774 miles
  • 2017 – 66,048 miles
  • 2016 – 65,156 miles
  • 2015 – 64,192 miles
  • 2014 – 62,157 miles
  • 2013 – 59,998 miles
  • 2012 – 49,924 miles
  • 2011 – 43,561 miles
  • 2010 – 35,399 miles
  • 2009 – 26,483 miles
  • 2008 – 22,919 miles
  • 2007 – 16,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,139 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Damp around fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both Front (7.1.2 (b))

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 Coil spring corroded Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,139 miles (+2,570)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    75,139 miles
    Test number
    929933870570
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Damp around fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both Front (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass72,569 miles (+2,644)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    72,569 miles
    Test number
    475652653418
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass69,925 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    69,925 miles
    Test number
    987031093587
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail69,920 miles (+1,471)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,920 miles
    Test number
    766897845330
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass68,449 miles (+569)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    68,449 miles
    Test number
    367144166305
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass67,880 miles (+578)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    67,880 miles
    Test number
    773685170365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,302 miles (+290)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,302 miles
    Test number
    746647273851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,012 miles (+238)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    67,012 miles
    Test number
    646876305951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,774 miles (+726)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    66,774 miles
    Test number
    762343423750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,048 miles (+892)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    66,048 miles
    Test number
    979444443318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,156 miles (+964)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    65,156 miles
    Test number
    204980670604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,192 miles (+2,035)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    64,192 miles
    Test number
    629361025008
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass62,157 miles (+2,159)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    62,157 miles
    Test number
    465757924089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,998 miles (+10,074)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,998 miles
    Test number
    649381313268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass49,924 miles (+6,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    49,924 miles
    Test number
    269811302295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass43,561 miles (+8,162)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    43,561 miles
    Test number
    857217281124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,399 miles (+8,916)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    35,399 miles
    Test number
    660133680128
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass26,483 miles (+3,564)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    26,483 miles
    Test number
    932106369173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,919 miles (+6,283)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    22,919 miles
    Test number
    402178358152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    16,636 miles
    Test number
    743841057050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T1 VYC

Does T1 VYC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T1 VYC expired on 6 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T1 VYC?
The MOT on T1 VYC expired on 6 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T1 VYC done?
T1 VYC was recorded at 75,139 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2025, an average of 3,243 miles a year.
Has T1 VYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T1 VYC has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T1 VYC 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 T1 VYC find?
T1 VYC passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2025 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front; fluid leak, but not excessive damp around fuel filter; offside rear lower anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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