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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T203 YABMOT history

T203 YAB is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 187,101 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
187,101 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,143 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T203 YAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T203 YAB was last recorded at 187,101 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 1,654 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 May 2013: 16,347 miles, lower than 157,851 miles on 18 May 2012.

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
185,447 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,654 miles
Average per year
4,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,101 miles
  • 2025 – 185,447 miles
  • 2024 – 183,296 miles
  • 2023 – 182,934 miles
  • 2021 – 182,829 miles
  • 2020 – 182,498 miles
  • 2018 – 180,382 miles
  • 2015 – 174,655 miles
  • 2014 – 169,351 miles
  • 2013 – 16,347 miles
  • 2012 – 157,851 miles
  • 2011 – 148,162 miles
  • 2010 – 137,557 miles
  • 2009 – 127,339 miles
  • 2007 – 111,664 miles
  • 2006 – 102,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,101 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Bulkhead/Floor Area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Central (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,101 miles (+1,654)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    187,101 miles
    Test number
    952068380283
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Bulkhead/Floor Area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Central (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass185,447 miles (+2,151)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    185,447 miles
    Test number
    629800945573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass183,296 miles (+362)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    183,296 miles
    Test number
    752780766022
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass182,934 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    182,934 miles
    Test number
    790753006333
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail182,928 miles (+99)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,928 miles
    Test number
    120904914978
    • MajorBody component corroded and likely to cause injury nearside and offside side steps (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded nearside and offside on calipers (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass182,829 miles (+331)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    182,829 miles
    Test number
    830485434382
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor corroded
    • AdvisoryFront hub oil seals weeping

  7. Pass182,498 miles (+10)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    182,498 miles
    Test number
    187099761226
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail182,488 miles (+2,106)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,488 miles
    Test number
    144374641503
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working ALL (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass180,382 miles (+5,727)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    180,382 miles
    Test number
    699620550291
    • MinorOffside Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass174,655 miles18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    174,655 miles
    Test number
    824771287446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside offside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryFront bulkhead light corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront bumper corroded
    • AdvisoryFront hub seals leaking
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen frame corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank tank
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering damper bushes worn

  11. Fail174,655 miles (+5,304)2 dangerous14 failures10 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,655 miles
    Test number
    958648405218
    • 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)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront bulkhead light corrosion
    • NoteFront bumper corroded
    • NoteFront hub seals leaking
    • NoteFront windscreen frame corroded
    • NoteFuel tank damp
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteSteering damper bushes worn

  12. Pass169,351 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    169,351 miles
    Test number
    885934754177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail169,351 miles (+153,004)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,351 miles
    Test number
    787287244173
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass16,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    16,347 miles
    Test number
    837594143178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail16,347 miles (-141,504)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,347 miles
    Test number
    807260443189
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  16. Pass157,851 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    157,851 miles
    Test number
    747079232197
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  17. Fail157,851 miles (+9,689)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,851 miles
    Test number
    478732032147
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  18. Fail148,162 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,162 miles
    Test number
    666121381080
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass148,162 miles (+10,605)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    148,162 miles
    Test number
    939221681070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass137,557 miles (+10,218)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    137,557 miles
    Test number
    282579800140
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass127,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    127,339 miles
    Test number
    261919489067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail127,339 miles (+15,675)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,339 miles
    Test number
    501219389080
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Pass111,664 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    111,664 miles
    Test number
    992377707146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail111,661 miles (+9,391)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,661 miles
    Test number
    293883407442
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)

  25. Pass102,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    102,270 miles
    Test number
    974620586069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T203 YAB

Does T203 YAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T203 YAB is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T203 YAB?
The MOT on T203 YAB is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T203 YAB done?
T203 YAB was recorded at 187,101 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 4,143 miles a year.
Has T203 YAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T203 YAB has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T203 YAB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 May 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T203 YAB find?
T203 YAB passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: central front cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bulkhead/floor area; nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central, and 3 more.

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