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White · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

T6 YYXMOT history

T6 YYX is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Jul 2002. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 182,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2026
Mileage
182,706 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,713 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T6 YYX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T6 YYX was last recorded at 182,706 miles on 5 Sept 2025, 7,272 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,434 miles · 13 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
7,272 miles
Average per year
7,713 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 182,706 miles
  • 2023 – 175,434 miles
  • 2022 – 169,798 miles
  • 2021 – 160,536 miles
  • 2020 – 150,606 miles
  • 2019 – 147,883 miles
  • 2018 – 139,329 miles
  • 2016 – 135,244 miles
  • 2015 – 127,030 miles
  • 2014 – 125,949 miles
  • 2013 – 115,774 miles
  • 2012 – 105,273 miles
  • 2011 – 92,091 miles
  • 2010 – 74,200 miles
  • 2009 – 58,904 miles
  • 2008 – 50,773 miles
  • 2007 – 41,327 miles
  • 2006 – 33,365 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,706 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • All four coil springs corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Travel in handbreake

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass182,706 miles (+7,272)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    182,706 miles
    Test number
    426982958054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass175,434 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    175,434 miles
    Test number
    387891725055
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail175,423 miles (+5,625)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,423 miles
    Test number
    599089403478
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass169,798 miles (+9,262)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    169,798 miles
    Test number
    185478523962
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  5. Pass160,536 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    160,536 miles
    Test number
    959134011791
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryDrivers door inner skin rusted and weeken
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak and gearbox oil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear diff noisey
    • AdvisoryTravel in handbreake
  6. Fail160,536 miles (+9,930)1 dangerous17 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,536 miles
    Test number
    727156124548
    • DangerousSteering arm fractured to the extent that steering is affected steering damper bush (2.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure from steering box (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps damaged (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryDrivers door inner skin rusted and weeken
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak and gearbox oil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear diff noisey
    • AdvisoryTravel in handbreake
  7. Pass150,606 miles (+2,723)3 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    150,606 miles
    Test number
    301004285249
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryAround steering box damp
    • AdvisoryBoth front swiel joints damp/leaking
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s chassie corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight noise in rear diff
    • AdvisoryTravel in handbreake
  8. Pass147,883 miles (+8,554)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    147,883 miles
    Test number
    357214610100
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel joint oil seals leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Pass139,329 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    139,329 miles
    Test number
    212710237351
    • AdvisoryAll tyres deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  10. Fail139,328 miles (+4,084)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,328 miles
    Test number
    352210844865
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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 Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings Attached to steering box (2.2.B.1h)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  11. Pass135,244 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    135,244 miles
    Test number
    558125042758
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres cracking (age)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  12. Fail135,244 miles (+8,214)3 failures2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,244 miles
    Test number
    691465176876
    • FailureCentre Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres cracking (age)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  13. Pass127,030 miles (+4)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    127,030 miles
    Test number
    648991055090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
  14. Fail127,026 miles (+1,077)1 dangerous2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,026 miles
    Test number
    185162645015
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
  15. Pass125,949 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    125,949 miles
    Test number
    906601724179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll tyres fitted to the vehicle are of off the road pattern. The spare wheel tread pattern is of a convention road patten.
  16. Fail125,949 miles (+10,175)6 failures1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,949 miles
    Test number
    467689114141
    • FailureCentre Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Hinged tailboard cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureTailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • Repaired at testCentre Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll tyres fitted to the vehicle are of off the road pattern. The spare wheel tread pattern is of a convention road patten.
  17. Pass115,774 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    115,774 miles
    Test number
    705454733109
    • NoteAdvisorys on test 109978023104
  18. Fail115,770 miles (+10,497)2 dangerous6 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,770 miles
    Test number
    109978023104
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBad oil leek from engine and gearbox
    • NoteHeavy suffing on n/s and o/s/r tyres on outer tread patterns
    • NoteSighns of front metal brake pipes fouling on suspention but clear at time of test
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f drag link end
    • NoteSlight scuffing on n/s and o/s/f seat belt webbings
    • NoteSurface rust on o/s/f metal brake pipe to brake hose
  19. Pass105,273 miles (+1,004)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    105,273 miles
    Test number
    356595412183
    • NoteADVISORYS ON TEST 718090912102
  20. Fail104,269 miles (+12,178)1 dangerous9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,269 miles
    Test number
    718090912102
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteRear brake pads low
    • NoteSlight scuffing on n/s and o/s/f seat belt webbing
  21. Pass92,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    92,091 miles
    Test number
    966198911174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail92,091 miles (+17,891)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,091 miles
    Test number
    307567011125
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  23. Pass74,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    74,200 miles
    Test number
    640026910154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail74,200 miles (+15,296)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,200 miles
    Test number
    481236810108
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteSlight deteration on frount number plate
  25. Pass58,904 miles (+290)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    58,904 miles
    Test number
    703384519150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail58,614 miles (+7,841)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,614 miles
    Test number
    491681519165
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
  27. Pass50,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    50,773 miles
    Test number
    410594618123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail50,773 miles (+9,446)2 failures3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,773 miles
    Test number
    583624418168
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testBrake drum locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
  29. Pass41,327 miles (+7,962)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    41,327 miles
    Test number
    530227187096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass33,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    33,365 miles
    Test number
    911886816189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T6 YYX

Does T6 YYX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T6 YYX expired on 4 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T6 YYX?
The MOT on T6 YYX expired on 4 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T6 YYX done?
T6 YYX was recorded at 182,706 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2025, an average of 7,713 miles a year.
Has T6 YYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T6 YYX has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T6 YYX 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 T6 YYX find?
T6 YYX passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front inner tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 2 more.

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