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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,401 cc

Y14 TJCMOT history

Y14 TJC is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 25 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 142,606 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

Y14 TJC black 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 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
142,606 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,721 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y14 TJC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y14 TJC was last recorded at 142,606 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 4,228 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
138,378 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,228 miles
Average per year
6,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,606 miles
  • 2025 – 138,378 miles
  • 2024 – 133,270 miles
  • 2023 – 126,631 miles
  • 2022 – 121,624 miles
  • 2021 – 108,649 miles
  • 2020 – 97,827 miles
  • 2019 – 88,876 miles
  • 2018 – 84,390 miles
  • 2016 – 77,381 miles
  • 2015 – 69,759 miles
  • 2014 – 60,936 miles
  • 2013 – 49,477 miles
  • 2011 – 46,251 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,606 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 3 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,606 miles (+4,228)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    142,606 miles
    Test number
    776473036120
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass138,378 miles (+5,108)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    138,378 miles
    Test number
    950621466359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass133,270 miles (+6,639)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    133,270 miles
    Test number
    815475946605
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  4. Pass126,631 miles (+5,007)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    126,631 miles
    Test number
    496887253787
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,624 miles (+12,975)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    121,624 miles
    Test number
    660945496694
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass108,649 miles (+10,822)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    108,649 miles
    Test number
    570422151342
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass97,827 miles (+8,951)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,827 miles
    Test number
    664578548939
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass88,876 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    88,876 miles
    Test number
    816794836822
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Fail88,876 miles (+4,486)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,876 miles
    Test number
    999516074798
    • MajorNearside Front Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted (2.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  10. Pass84,390 miles (+7,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    84,390 miles
    Test number
    270498551634
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  11. Pass77,381 miles (+7,622)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    77,381 miles
    Test number
    479563361833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    69,759 miles
    Test number
    605048941599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,759 miles (+8,823)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,759 miles
    Test number
    117770576414
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass60,936 miles (+11,459)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    60,936 miles
    Test number
    956014374269
    • NoteHand brake travel nearly excessive

  15. Pass49,477 miles (+3,226)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    49,477 miles
    Test number
    536224333243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    46,251 miles
    Test number
    318386371213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail46,241 miles2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,241 miles
    Test number
    657906571204
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Questions about Y14 TJC

Does Y14 TJC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y14 TJC is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y14 TJC?
The MOT on Y14 TJC is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y14 TJC done?
Y14 TJC was recorded at 142,606 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 6,721 miles a year.
Has Y14 TJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y14 TJC has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on Y14 TJC 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 Y14 TJC find?
Y14 TJC passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm; offside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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