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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

Y1 CBTMOT history

Y1 CBT is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 181,732 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2026.

Y1 CBT 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 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
181,732 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y1 CBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y1 CBT was last recorded at 181,732 miles on 19 Jun 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Mar 2015: 140,528 miles, lower than 140,529 miles on 23 Feb 2015.

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
181,726 miles · 18 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,732 miles
  • 2025 – 179,424 miles
  • 2024 – 173,098 miles
  • 2023 – 163,311 miles
  • 2022 – 154,613 miles
  • 2021 – 154,519 miles
  • 2020 – 153,928 miles
  • 2016 – 151,554 miles
  • 2015 – 140,528 miles
  • 2014 – 131,207 miles
  • 2013 – 128,109 miles
  • 2012 – 119,647 miles
  • 2011 – 107,606 miles
  • 2010 – 94,713 miles
  • 2009 – 82,218 miles
  • 2008 – 67,828 miles
  • 2007 – 54,127 miles
  • 2006 – 42,027 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,732 miles
  • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear axle leaking oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,732 miles (+6)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    181,732 miles
    Test number
    786965741072
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Fail181,726 miles (+2,302)1 dangerous2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,726 miles
    Test number
    390926894554
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Pass179,424 miles (+7)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    179,424 miles
    Test number
    167514190316
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle leaking oil

  4. Fail179,417 miles (+6,319)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,417 miles
    Test number
    215641775475
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to major leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated inner face (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle leaking oil

  5. Pass173,098 miles (+7)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    173,098 miles
    Test number
    376359468234
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Fail173,091 miles (+9,780)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,091 miles
    Test number
    607876583752
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated hub seal leaking onto inner face (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass163,311 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    163,311 miles
    Test number
    384623100739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail163,307 miles (+8,694)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,307 miles
    Test number
    243055375877
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass154,613 miles (+94)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    154,613 miles
    Test number
    505676178643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass154,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    154,519 miles
    Test number
    236732970227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail154,519 miles (+591)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,519 miles
    Test number
    525752120135
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass153,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    153,928 miles
    Test number
    882988704240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail153,928 miles (+2,374)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,928 miles
    Test number
    633455236458
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass151,554 miles (+11,026)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    151,554 miles
    Test number
    975786424369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass140,528 miles (-1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    140,528 miles
    Test number
    489006575079
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  16. Fail140,529 miles (+9,322)1 dangerous7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,529 miles
    Test number
    809154755055
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber worn

  17. Pass131,207 miles (+3,098)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    131,207 miles
    Test number
    168738434042
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass128,109 miles6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    128,109 miles
    Test number
    196760333084
    • AdvisoryFront Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteDriver seat damaged
    • NoteRoofrack insecure

  19. Fail128,109 miles (+8,462)1 dangerous9 failures9 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,109 miles
    Test number
    898804223020
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteDriver seat damaged
    • NoteNearside wiper deteriorated
    • NoteOffside wiper deteriorated
    • NoteRoofrack insecure
    • NoteSteering damper bush deteriorated

  20. Pass119,647 miles (+12,041)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    119,647 miles
    Test number
    395813622047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass107,606 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    107,606 miles
    Test number
    486351521007
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  22. Fail107,600 miles (+12,887)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,600 miles
    Test number
    108301321432
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  23. Pass94,713 miles (+12,495)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    94,713 miles
    Test number
    714072020021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass82,218 miles (+14,390)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    82,218 miles
    Test number
    182999029421
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass67,828 miles (+13,701)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    67,828 miles
    Test number
    571222628034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass54,127 miles (+12,100)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    54,127 miles
    Test number
    823812627027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass42,027 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    42,027 miles
    Test number
    120002356447
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about Y1 CBT

Does Y1 CBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y1 CBT is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y1 CBT?
The MOT on Y1 CBT is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y1 CBT done?
Y1 CBT was recorded at 181,732 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2026, an average of 6,874 miles a year.
Has Y1 CBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y1 CBT has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on Y1 CBT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y1 CBT find?
Y1 CBT passed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects: all direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute; steering box leaking oil.

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