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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y208 NJBMOT history

Y208 NJB is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 130,711 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2022.

Y208 NJB green 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 21 Dec 2023
Mileage
130,711 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2022
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y208 NJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y208 NJB was last recorded at 130,711 miles on 22 Dec 2022, 1,043 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,668 miles · 3 Oct 2018
Between the last two tests
1,043 miles
Average per year
4,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 130,711 miles
  • 2018 – 129,668 miles
  • 2017 – 121,501 miles
  • 2015 – 114,836 miles
  • 2014 – 110,119 miles
  • 2013 – 107,892 miles
  • 2012 – 102,282 miles
  • 2011 – 92,928 miles
  • 2010 – 81,304 miles
  • 2009 – 72,133 miles
  • 2008 – 64,139 miles
  • 2007 – 55,212 miles
  • 2006 – 49,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,711 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Engine oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass130,711 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    130,711 miles
    Test number
    633087416802
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail130,711 miles (+1,043)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,711 miles
    Test number
    160432263663
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass129,668 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    129,668 miles
    Test number
    108727350845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail129,663 miles (+8,162)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,663 miles
    Test number
    684346827866
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    121,501 miles
    Test number
    850905789335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail121,501 miles (+6,665)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,501 miles
    Test number
    845234686352
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  7. Pass114,836 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    114,836 miles
    Test number
    222510197869
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongy
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks

  8. Fail114,825 miles (+4,706)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,825 miles
    Test number
    657658403266
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking engine area (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play inner hub swivel pin (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks

  9. Pass110,119 miles (+2,227)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    110,119 miles
    Test number
    265898694289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass107,892 miles (+5,610)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    107,892 miles
    Test number
    435862603391
    • NoteBrake pedal has a lot of travel feels a bit vague
    • NoteVariuos metal brake pipes corroded

  11. Pass102,282 miles (+9,354)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    102,282 miles
    Test number
    167077282259
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass92,928 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    92,928 miles
    Test number
    979945841109
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOff side door mirror cracked but not affecting veiw to the rear

  13. Fail92,928 miles (+11,624)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,928 miles
    Test number
    458474041191
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOff side door mirror cracked but not affecting veiw to the rear

  14. Pass81,304 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    81,304 miles
    Test number
    591954140198
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail81,304 miles (+9,171)11 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,304 miles
    Test number
    842174730152
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureFront Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel tank breather pipe insecure

  16. Pass72,133 miles (+7,994)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    72,133 miles
    Test number
    751894619161
    • NoteDent to n/side rear wing
    • NoteSlight leak to power steering box
    • NoteSlight play in both front axle c clamp bushes
    • NoteSlight play in o/side rear bottom suspension strut

  17. Pass64,139 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    64,139 miles
    Test number
    331534848115
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NotePitman arm ball joint dust cover insecure

  18. Fail64,139 miles (+8,927)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,139 miles
    Test number
    622443048139
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NotePitman arm ball joint dust cover insecure

  19. Pass55,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    55,212 miles
    Test number
    292386517106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail55,212 miles (+5,657)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,212 miles
    Test number
    773333317175
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  21. Pass49,555 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    49,555 miles
    Test number
    450359576071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y208 NJB

Does Y208 NJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y208 NJB expired on 21 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y208 NJB?
The MOT on Y208 NJB expired on 21 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y208 NJB done?
Y208 NJB was recorded at 130,711 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2022, an average of 4,843 miles a year.
Has Y208 NJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y208 NJB has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on Y208 NJB 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 Y208 NJB find?
Y208 NJB passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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