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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

Y13 AKEMOT history

Y13 AKE is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 6 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 128,068 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

Y13 AKE 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 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
128,068 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,421 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y13 AKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y13 AKE was last recorded at 128,068 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 3,850 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Mar 2010: 48,023 miles, lower than 48,623 miles on 1 Mar 2010.

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
124,218 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,850 miles
Average per year
5,421 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,068 miles
  • 2025 – 124,218 miles
  • 2024 – 119,463 miles
  • 2023 – 113,155 miles
  • 2022 – 108,139 miles
  • 2021 – 102,660 miles
  • 2020 – 96,946 miles
  • 2019 – 89,808 miles
  • 2018 – 82,911 miles
  • 2017 – 77,427 miles
  • 2016 – 72,421 miles
  • 2015 – 68,590 miles
  • 2014 – 66,282 miles
  • 2013 – 64,381 miles
  • 2012 – 62,376 miles
  • 2011 – 57,054 miles
  • 2010 – 48,023 miles
  • 2009 – 39,491 miles
  • 2008 – 31,936 miles
  • 2007 – 24,213 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,068 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth front swivel hubs leaking grease
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive from engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive from transmission

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,068 miles (+3,850)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    128,068 miles
    Test number
    683190918771
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel hubs leaking grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass124,218 miles (+61)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    124,218 miles
    Test number
    301434160222
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail124,157 miles (+4,694)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,157 miles
    Test number
    520662623969
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc contaminated hub seal leaking (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by tow bar mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass119,463 miles (+6,308)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    119,463 miles
    Test number
    496791155397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass113,155 miles (+5,016)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    113,155 miles
    Test number
    374068784524
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass108,139 miles (+5,479)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    108,139 miles
    Test number
    256321766550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass102,660 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    102,660 miles
    Test number
    316331231821
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail102,660 miles (+5,714)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,660 miles
    Test number
    626186459858
    • Repaired at testRear Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass96,946 miles (+7,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    96,946 miles
    Test number
    489341722734
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play detected in steering drop arm lower ball joint

  10. Pass89,808 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    89,808 miles
    Test number
    377746423845
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Rear of two (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Idler arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Fuel residue around engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play Rear of two (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Fail89,808 miles (+6,897)1 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,808 miles
    Test number
    679492755581
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Rear of two (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Idler arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Fuel residue around engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play Rear of two (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  12. Pass82,911 miles (+5,484)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    82,911 miles
    Test number
    758227799354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,427 miles (+5,006)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    77,427 miles
    Test number
    147692107885
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass72,421 miles (+3,831)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    72,421 miles
    Test number
    281417301443
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass68,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    68,590 miles
    Test number
    497938905013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail68,590 miles (+2,308)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,590 miles
    Test number
    276928505024
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass66,282 miles (+1,901)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    66,282 miles
    Test number
    979118734090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,381 miles (+2,005)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    64,381 miles
    Test number
    889235263002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,376 miles (+5,322)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    62,376 miles
    Test number
    997139362045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,054 miles
    Test number
    666896361063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,054 miles (+9,031)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,054 miles
    Test number
    749956961006
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass48,023 miles (-600)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    48,023 miles
    Test number
    372211860077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail48,623 miles (+9,132)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,623 miles
    Test number
    991240960082
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass39,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    39,491 miles
    Test number
    230892069005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail39,491 miles (+7,555)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,491 miles
    Test number
    882632469097
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass31,936 miles (+7,723)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    31,936 miles
    Test number
    994385728007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    24,213 miles
    Test number
    121233237042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail24,213 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,213 miles
    Test number
    511573237011
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Questions about Y13 AKE

Does Y13 AKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y13 AKE is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y13 AKE?
The MOT on Y13 AKE is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y13 AKE done?
Y13 AKE was recorded at 128,068 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 5,421 miles a year.
Has Y13 AKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y13 AKE has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y13 AKE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Mar 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y13 AKE find?
Y13 AKE passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: both front swivel hubs leaking grease; oil leak, but not excessive engine; oil leak, but not excessive gearbox, and 1 more.

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