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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y1 RADMOT history

Y1 RAD is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 116,709 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2025.

Y1 RAD blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2026
Mileage
116,709 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2025
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,806 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y1 RAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y1 RAD was last recorded at 116,709 miles on 14 Mar 2025, 256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,453 miles · 21 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
256 miles
Average per year
3,806 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,709 miles
  • 2024 – 116,453 miles
  • 2023 – 116,233 miles
  • 2022 – 115,789 miles
  • 2021 – 115,738 miles
  • 2020 – 115,337 miles
  • 2019 – 114,466 miles
  • 2017 – 112,418 miles
  • 2013 – 102,154 miles
  • 2012 – 93,741 miles
  • 2011 – 86,964 miles
  • 2010 – 78,340 miles
  • 2009 – 69,959 miles
  • 2008 – 60,961 miles
  • 2007 – 52,451 miles
  • 2006 – 44,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,709 miles
  • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (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))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear bars

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Central stop light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,709 miles (+256)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    116,709 miles
    Test number
    909203997822
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (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))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass116,453 miles (+220)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    116,453 miles
    Test number
    837861649606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass116,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    116,233 miles
    Test number
    188252144609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail116,233 miles (+444)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,233 miles
    Test number
    814464876149
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass115,789 miles (+51)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    115,789 miles
    Test number
    575886306121
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside door difficult to close!
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from nearside front hub oil seal area!
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from offside front hub oil seal area

  6. Pass115,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    115,738 miles
    Test number
    369320366020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail115,738 miles (+12)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,738 miles
    Test number
    829018940577
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail115,726 miles (+389)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,726 miles
    Test number
    704446567184
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm below on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub oil seal leaking

  9. Pass115,337 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    115,337 miles
    Test number
    428447309702
    • AdvisoryCentral stop light not working
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Fail115,330 miles (+864)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,330 miles
    Test number
    147578316868
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral stop light not working
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass114,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    114,466 miles
    Test number
    329224785099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,463 miles (+2,045)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,463 miles
    Test number
    434618478827
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

  13. Pass112,418 miles (+10,264)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    112,418 miles
    Test number
    470671261055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass102,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    102,154 miles
    Test number
    647270173052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail102,154 miles (+8,413)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,154 miles
    Test number
    488206863007
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass93,741 miles (+6,777)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    93,741 miles
    Test number
    946639252028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass86,964 miles (+4)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    86,964 miles
    Test number
    377582861005
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  18. Fail86,960 miles (+8,620)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,960 miles
    Test number
    919830761082
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  19. Pass78,340 miles (+39)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    78,340 miles
    Test number
    703397940073
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFront diff pinion leaking
    • NoteNearside front swivel seal seeping

  20. Fail78,301 miles (+8,342)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,301 miles
    Test number
    602056140033
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFront diff pinion leaking
    • NoteNearside front swivel seal seeping

  21. Pass69,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    69,959 miles
    Test number
    100616459479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail69,959 miles (+8,998)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,959 miles
    Test number
    683746159023
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Pass60,961 miles (+8,510)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    60,961 miles
    Test number
    583864348027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre stop light not working

  24. Pass52,451 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    52,451 miles
    Test number
    650076147084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail52,433 miles (+8,313)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,433 miles
    Test number
    791125947065
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteCentre brake light not working
    • NoteFront discs and pads getting worn

  26. Pass44,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    44,120 miles
    Test number
    533586946032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y1 RAD

Does Y1 RAD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y1 RAD expired on 20 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y1 RAD?
The MOT on Y1 RAD expired on 20 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y1 RAD done?
Y1 RAD was recorded at 116,709 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2025, an average of 3,806 miles a year.
Has Y1 RAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y1 RAD has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on Y1 RAD 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 Y1 RAD find?
Y1 RAD passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2025 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 6 more.

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