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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

Y20 CJOMOT history

Y20 CJO is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 207,725 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2026.

Y20 CJO black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
207,725 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y20 CJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y20 CJO was last recorded at 207,725 miles on 10 Oct 2026, 5,905 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,820 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,905 miles
Average per year
6,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 207,725 miles
  • 2025 – 201,820 miles
  • 2024 – 198,678 miles
  • 2023 – 195,303 miles
  • 2022 – 194,731 miles
  • 2021 – 194,336 miles
  • 2020 – 193,285 miles
  • 2019 – 193,063 miles
  • 2017 – 191,574 miles
  • 2016 – 188,677 miles
  • 2015 – 183,535 miles
  • 2014 – 176,769 miles
  • 2012 – 174,627 miles
  • 2011 – 167,451 miles
  • 2009 – 149,830 miles
  • 2008 – 133,386 miles
  • 2007 – 113,166 miles
  • 2006 – 84,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,725 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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 Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass207,725 miles (+5,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    207,725 miles
    Test number
    921604153089
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  2. Pass201,820 miles (+3,142)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    201,820 miles
    Test number
    885290782076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass198,678 miles (+3,375)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    198,678 miles
    Test number
    283997267108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass195,303 miles (+572)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    195,303 miles
    Test number
    912159025392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass194,731 miles (+395)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    194,731 miles
    Test number
    590944815643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass194,336 miles (+1,051)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    194,336 miles
    Test number
    377947076976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass193,285 miles (+222)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    193,285 miles
    Test number
    425439799237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass193,063 miles (+1,489)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    193,063 miles
    Test number
    246053389464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass191,574 miles (+2,897)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    191,574 miles
    Test number
    728816558534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass188,677 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    188,677 miles
    Test number
    156242293075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail188,623 miles (+2,301)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,623 miles
    Test number
    683509086340
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureShock absorber has a serious fluid leak nearside and offside rear (2.7.3)
    • FailureTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play nearside and offside (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid nearside (8.2.3)
  12. Pass186,322 miles (+2,787)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    186,322 miles
    Test number
    526958977338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass183,535 miles (+6,766)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    183,535 miles
    Test number
    738041925139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass176,769 miles (+2,142)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    176,769 miles
    Test number
    209401724496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail174,627 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,627 miles
    Test number
    149477222365
    • Repaired at testCentre Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth front discs corroded
  16. Pass174,627 miles (+7,176)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    174,627 miles
    Test number
    608367622394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth front discs corroded
  17. Pass167,451 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    167,451 miles
    Test number
    418941921254
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
  18. Fail167,451 miles (+17,621)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,451 miles
    Test number
    115817411210
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
  19. Pass149,830 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    149,830 miles
    Test number
    970558519232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  20. Fail149,830 miles (+16,444)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,830 miles
    Test number
    221215409259
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass133,386 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    133,386 miles
    Test number
    790775408256
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
  22. Fail133,386 miles (+20,220)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,386 miles
    Test number
    480428198187
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
  23. Pass113,166 miles (+28,713)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    113,166 miles
    Test number
    371306227272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass84,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    84,453 miles
    Test number
    572014986147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y20 CJO

Does Y20 CJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y20 CJO is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y20 CJO?
The MOT on Y20 CJO is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y20 CJO done?
Y20 CJO was recorded at 207,725 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2026, an average of 6,081 miles a year.
Has Y20 CJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y20 CJO has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2016.
Has the mileage on Y20 CJO 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 Y20 CJO find?
Y20 CJO passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration; exhaust noisy.

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