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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

X2 FLYMOT history

X2 FLY is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 35 MOT tests, with 175,574 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

X2 FLY green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
175,574 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
35
19 passed · 16 failed
Per year
6,425 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X2 FLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X2 FLY was last recorded at 175,574 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,550 miles · 28 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
6,425 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,574 miles
  • 2025 – 172,028 miles
  • 2024 – 172,013 miles
  • 2023 – 171,847 miles
  • 2022 – 164,921 miles
  • 2021 – 158,887 miles
  • 2019 – 143,796 miles
  • 2017 – 136,024 miles
  • 2016 – 130,908 miles
  • 2015 – 124,402 miles
  • 2014 – 116,037 miles
  • 2013 – 107,557 miles
  • 2012 – 96,809 miles
  • 2011 – 88,531 miles
  • 2010 – 78,872 miles
  • 2008 – 64,340 miles
  • 2007 – 58,560 miles
  • 2006 – 50,191 miles
  • 2005 – 39,753 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,574 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2017

Full MOT history

35 tests since 25 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,574 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    175,574 miles
    Test number
    973822411900
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front radius arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail175,550 miles (+3,522)2 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,550 miles
    Test number
    276256748973
    • DangerousFront Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail front prop rear u/j (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system connection onto caliper leaking (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn rear prop rear u/j (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering box drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass172,028 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    172,028 miles
    Test number
    554656469666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail172,017 miles (+4)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,017 miles
    Test number
    557040750010
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside 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 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass172,013 miles (+166)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    172,013 miles
    Test number
    659213968643
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle tie bar bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass171,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    171,847 miles
    Test number
    433951346442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail171,843 miles (+6,922)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,843 miles
    Test number
    175238321226
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass164,921 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    164,921 miles
    Test number
    248820113168
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail164,917 miles (+6,030)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,917 miles
    Test number
    105431631763
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass158,887 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    158,887 miles
    Test number
    770135228113
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle tie bar bushes slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  11. Fail158,883 miles (+15,087)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,883 miles
    Test number
    436211152177
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle tie bar bushes slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  12. Pass143,796 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    143,796 miles
    Test number
    875908493306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail143,790 miles (+7,766)2 dangerous6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,790 miles
    Test number
    835074403288
    • DangerousCentral Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system above chassis,burst during brake roller test (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Axle insecure mounting ball joint badly worn (5.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  14. Pass136,024 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    136,024 miles
    Test number
    459812702749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail136,021 miles (+5,113)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,021 miles
    Test number
    851957105896
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass130,908 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    130,908 miles
    Test number
    259847411481
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Fail130,901 miles (+6,499)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,901 miles
    Test number
    158082262376
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass124,402 miles (+53)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    124,402 miles
    Test number
    936820582403
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Fail124,349 miles (+8,312)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,349 miles
    Test number
    611331958557
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush lower bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush axle tie bar front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush lower bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush axle tie bar front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass116,037 miles (+8,480)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    116,037 miles
    Test number
    446522544495
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass107,557 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    107,557 miles
    Test number
    689364753380
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail107,557 miles (+10,748)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,557 miles
    Test number
    418597543338
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  23. Pass96,809 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    96,809 miles
    Test number
    698129672266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail96,806 miles (+8,275)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,806 miles
    Test number
    465248872282
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  25. Pass88,531 miles (+873)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    88,531 miles
    Test number
    615652851276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail87,658 miles (+8,786)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,658 miles
    Test number
    338453121228
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront axle bushes slight play.

  27. Pass78,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    78,872 miles
    Test number
    754489120222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail78,872 miles (+14,532)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,872 miles
    Test number
    261238120201
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass64,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    64,340 miles
    Test number
    503570078252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail64,340 miles (+5,780)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,340 miles
    Test number
    690469468244
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass58,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    58,560 miles
    Test number
    304958867248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail58,560 miles (+8,369)1 dangerous7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,560 miles
    Test number
    141317367201
    • DangerousPropshaft component defective
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  33. Pass50,191 miles (+10,438)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    50,191 miles
    Test number
    502094066219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass39,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    39,753 miles
    Test number
    360102745428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail39,753 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,753 miles
    Test number
    153447435266
    • FailureRear Front drive shaft coupling has a loose flange bolt (2.4.G.6c)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about X2 FLY

Does X2 FLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X2 FLY is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X2 FLY?
The MOT on X2 FLY is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X2 FLY done?
X2 FLY was recorded at 175,574 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 6,425 miles a year.
Has X2 FLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X2 FLY has failed 16 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X2 FLY 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 X2 FLY find?
X2 FLY passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front radius arm bush; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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