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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

X808 YDMMOT history

X808 YDM is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 87,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

X808 YDM blue 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 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
87,844 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X808 YDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
29 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X808 YDM was last recorded at 87,844 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Nov 2017: 77,288 miles, lower than 78,325 miles on 1 Jun 2016.

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
87,844 miles · 3 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,844 miles
  • 2025 – 86,513 miles
  • 2024 – 85,906 miles
  • 2023 – 84,699 miles
  • 2022 – 83,952 miles
  • 2021 – 83,532 miles
  • 2020 – 82,516 miles
  • 2019 – 80,889 miles
  • 2018 – 79,271 miles
  • 2017 – 77,288 miles
  • 2016 – 78,325 miles
  • 2015 – 71,704 miles
  • 2014 – 69,683 miles
  • 2013 – 64,958 miles
  • 2011 – 61,998 miles
  • 2010 – 55,698 miles
  • 2009 – 49,603 miles
  • 2008 – 45,745 miles
  • 2007 – 39,653 miles
  • 2006 – 34,716 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,844 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front and rear tyres slightly cracked and perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Reverse light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,844 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    87,844 miles
    Test number
    995387642308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail87,844 miles (+1,331)1 dangerous1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,844 miles
    Test number
    360169186350
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps Head light switch faulty (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass86,513 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    86,513 miles
    Test number
    385878303728
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front and rear tyres slightly cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Reverse light not working

  4. Fail86,513 miles (+607)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,513 miles
    Test number
    585317518717
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front and rear tyres slightly cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Reverse light not working

  5. Pass85,906 miles (+1,207)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    85,906 miles
    Test number
    942193706061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass84,699 miles (+747)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    84,699 miles
    Test number
    913523171653
    • AdvisoryBrake pull left
    • AdvisoryFront prop inner end uj worn

  7. Pass83,952 miles (+379)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    83,952 miles
    Test number
    479681129690
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryChassis and repairs heavily undersealed

  8. Fail83,573 miles (+41)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,573 miles
    Test number
    173248474248
    • MajorOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryChassis and repairs heavily undersealed

  9. Fail83,532 miles (+1,016)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,532 miles
    Test number
    838319396732
    • DangerousNearside Front Body insecure to the extent that stability is seriously impaired below heater box, all brackets to inner wing rotted away (6.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Body modification likely to adversely affect braking or steering by peddle box (6.2.1 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s and o/s by lower arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s and o/s by tow bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (c))

  10. Pass82,516 miles (+1,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    82,516 miles
    Test number
    314218736962
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres cracking

  11. Pass80,889 miles (+1,618)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,889 miles
    Test number
    564267725398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,271 miles (+1,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    79,271 miles
    Test number
    674725588309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor>bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor/bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  13. Pass77,288 miles (-1,037)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    77,288 miles
    Test number
    848029921869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,325 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    78,325 miles
    Test number
    821516297397
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis heavily corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper pipe corroded/pitted (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis heavily corroded in places (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail78,322 miles (+6,618)7 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,322 miles
    Test number
    948888892039
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floorpan (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings crossmember (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings centre, chassis outrigger. (4 holes (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floorpan (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis rail (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings crossmember (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis heavily corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper pipe corroded/pitted (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis heavily corroded in places (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail71,704 miles4 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,704 miles
    Test number
    545401245167
    • Repaired at testBall joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass71,704 miles (+2,021)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    71,704 miles
    Test number
    727511345151
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass69,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    69,683 miles
    Test number
    269557744427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail69,683 miles (+4,725)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,683 miles
    Test number
    649427844158
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass64,958 miles (+2,960)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    64,958 miles
    Test number
    357598943166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,998 miles (+6,300)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    61,998 miles
    Test number
    556838011320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,698 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    55,698 miles
    Test number
    932452180000
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Fail55,698 miles (+6,095)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,698 miles
    Test number
    742172280043
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass49,603 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    49,603 miles
    Test number
    373120789071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  25. Fail49,603 miles (+3,858)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,603 miles
    Test number
    970829379093
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  26. Pass45,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    45,745 miles
    Test number
    253341178015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail45,745 miles (+6,092)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,745 miles
    Test number
    773471878082
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  28. Fail39,653 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,653 miles
    Test number
    242839377056
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass39,653 miles (+4,937)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    39,653 miles
    Test number
    701809277007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass34,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,716 miles
    Test number
    510600986003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail34,716 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,716 miles
    Test number
    310159476039
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about X808 YDM

Does X808 YDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X808 YDM is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on X808 YDM?
The MOT on X808 YDM is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X808 YDM done?
X808 YDM was recorded at 87,844 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 2,627 miles a year.
Has X808 YDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X808 YDM has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on X808 YDM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Nov 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X808 YDM find?
X808 YDM passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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