Land Rover Defender
Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,494 cc
X68 YELMOT history
X68 YEL is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 115,551 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 14 Oct 2027
- Mileage
- 115,551 mi
- At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
- MOT tests
- 24
- 19 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 157 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- X68 YEL
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Defender
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,494 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2000
- First used
- 29 Sept 2000
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 15 Oct 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
X68 YEL was last recorded at 115,551 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2026.
Mileage went down between tests
- 17 Oct 2007: 14,753 miles, lower than 112,405 miles on 24 Oct 2006.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 115,402 miles · 5 Oct 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 149 miles
- Average per year
- 157 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 115,551 miles
- 2025 – 111,940 miles
- 2024 – 105,287 miles
- 2023 – 101,378 miles
- 2022 – 97,219 miles
- 2021 – 92,887 miles
- 2020 – 87,701 miles
- 2019 – 83,806 miles
- 2018 – 80,271 miles
- 2017 – 75,846 miles
- 2016 – 72,261 miles
- 2015 – 68,547 miles
- 2014 – 63,704 miles
- 2013 – 56,589 miles
- 2011 – 42,761 miles
- 2010 – 29,532 miles
- 2009 – 18,112 miles
- 2007 – 14,753 miles
- 2006 – 112,405 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass115,551 miles
- AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
Full MOT history
24 tests since 24 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass115,551 miles (+149)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Oct 2027
- Odometer
- 115,551 miles
- Test number
- 495847116542
- AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail115,402 miles (+3,462)4 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,402 miles
- Test number
- 913407919951
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
- MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords & Worn unevenly (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass111,940 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Oct 2026
- Odometer
- 111,940 miles
- Test number
- 152643616624
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath
Fail111,939 miles (+6,652)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 111,939 miles
- Test number
- 679657493273
- MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath
Pass105,287 miles (+3,909)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Sept 2025
- Odometer
- 105,287 miles
- Test number
- 574467062971
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass101,378 miles (+4,159)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 101,378 miles
- Test number
- 436678979098
- MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer Box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass97,219 miles (+4,332)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 97,219 miles
- Test number
- 240380200106
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass92,887 miles (+5,186)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 92,887 miles
- Test number
- 475715209613
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass87,701 miles (+3,895)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 87,701 miles
- Test number
- 218856629087
- MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive differential leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass83,806 miles (+3,535)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 83,806 miles
- Test number
- 977418551885
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass80,271 miles1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 80,271 miles
- Test number
- 427664988619
- MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail80,271 miles (+4,425)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,271 miles
- Test number
- 294540646006
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass75,846 miles (+3,585)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 75,846 miles
- Test number
- 701607829952
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass72,261 miles (+3,714)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 72,261 miles
- Test number
- 413288041861
- AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened both (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Pass68,547 miles (+4,843)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 68,547 miles
- Test number
- 470389416295
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass63,704 miles (+7,115)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 63,704 miles
- Test number
- 185829364259
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Pass56,589 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 56,589 miles
- Test number
- 915440483051
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail56,587 miles (+13,826)2 dangerous3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 56,587 miles
- Test number
- 169138473042
- DangerousOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- DangerousSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Pass42,761 miles (+13,229)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 42,761 miles
- Test number
- 216863111409
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass29,532 miles (+11,420)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 29,532 miles
- Test number
- 930197060056
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass18,112 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 9 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 18,112 miles
- Test number
- 722309969052
- NoteThis vehicle has extensive corrosion on chassis and all metal conponents
Fail18,112 miles (+3,359)1 failure1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 18,112 miles
- Test number
- 343678369076
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteThis vehicle has extensive corrosion on chassis and all metal conponents
Pass14,753 miles (-97,652)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 14,753 miles
- Test number
- 763560797271
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Pass112,405 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2007
- Odometer
- 112,405 miles
- Test number
- 680577496259
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about X68 YEL
- Does X68 YEL currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X68 YEL is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
- When is the MOT due on X68 YEL?
- The MOT on X68 YEL 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 X68 YEL done?
- X68 YEL was recorded at 115,551 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 157 miles a year.
- Has X68 YEL ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. X68 YEL has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
- Has the mileage on X68 YEL ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Oct 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on X68 YEL find?
- X68 YEL passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front oil leak, but not excessive hub seal; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front oil leak, but not excessive hub seal, and 3 more.
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