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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y20 HUEMOT history

Y20 HUE is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026 and it has passed 12 of 22 MOT tests, with 108,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

Y20 HUE 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 25 Sept 2026
Mileage
108,363 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests
22
12 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,493 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y20 HUE
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
27 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y20 HUE was last recorded at 108,363 miles on 26 Sept 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,362 miles · 8 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,493 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 108,363 miles
  • 2024 – 106,736 miles
  • 2023 – 102,732 miles
  • 2022 – 99,248 miles
  • 2021 – 97,940 miles
  • 2019 – 97,536 miles
  • 2018 – 95,391 miles
  • 2016 – 86,864 miles
  • 2015 – 83,956 miles
  • 2014 – 81,181 miles
  • 2013 – 76,642 miles
  • 2012 – 76,246 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,363 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering damper has limited effect. not excessiveRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear fog switch faulty but still woks

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,363 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    108,363 miles
    Test number
    272383693755
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering damper has limited effect. not excessive
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fog switch faulty but still woks
  2. Fail108,362 miles (+1,626)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,362 miles
    Test number
    603778983340
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering damper has limited effect. not excessive
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fog switch faulty but still works.
  3. Pass106,736 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    106,736 miles
    Test number
    822890432550
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail106,736 miles (+7)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,736 miles
    Test number
    427617724035
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail106,729 miles (+3,997)1 dangerous20 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,729 miles
    Test number
    716056035337
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission Leaking on brake disc. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Crossmember as marked. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Crossmember, by fuel tank as marked. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Crossmember as marked. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Crossmember, by fuel tank as marked. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Crossmember as marked. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From gearbox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass102,732 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    102,732 miles
    Test number
    629522975540
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users on hard acceleration (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed have to slam door to shut (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front spring turrett rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight rear hub oil seal leak near brake disc
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed have to slam door to shut (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake comes up high
  7. Fail102,732 miles (+3,484)6 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,732 miles
    Test number
    748864032222
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged hole in centre of belt (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering lock stop missing drop arm fowling axle (2.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users on hard acceleration (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed have to slam door to shut (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front spring turrett rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight rear hub oil seal leak near brake disc
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed have to slam door to shut (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake comes up high
  8. Pass99,248 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    99,248 miles
    Test number
    829853615782
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hoses insecure under bonnet.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear prop, rear joint. (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  9. Fail99,248 miles (+1,308)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,248 miles
    Test number
    955214660011
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm ball joint end. New arm required no lip for the boot to hold onto. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hoses insecure under bonnet.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear prop, rear joint. (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  10. Pass97,940 miles (+404)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    97,940 miles
    Test number
    162908707419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,536 miles (+23)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,536 miles
    Test number
    571824718829
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  12. Fail97,513 miles (+2,122)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,513 miles
    Test number
    722817611142
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  13. Pass95,391 miles (+33)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    95,391 miles
    Test number
    550147104674
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play on drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  14. Fail95,358 miles (+8,494)3 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,358 miles
    Test number
    243148490814
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play on drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  15. Pass86,864 miles (+65)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    86,864 miles
    Test number
    517273736519
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
  16. Fail86,799 miles (+2,843)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,799 miles
    Test number
    216556027103
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
  17. Pass83,956 miles (+2,775)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    83,956 miles
    Test number
    854323418943
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tie rod bush at chassis end slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tie rod bush at chassis end has slight play
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel
  18. Pass81,181 miles (+4,539)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    81,181 miles
    Test number
    275245724369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  19. Pass76,642 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    76,642 miles
    Test number
    499975723496
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Fail76,642 miles (+396)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,642 miles
    Test number
    158234523328
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass76,246 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    76,246 miles
    Test number
    475809512478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSlight grease leak front hubs
  22. Fail76,246 miles4 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,246 miles
    Test number
    498303912335
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSlight grease leak front hubs

Questions about Y20 HUE

Does Y20 HUE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y20 HUE expired on 25 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y20 HUE?
The MOT on Y20 HUE expired on 25 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y20 HUE done?
Y20 HUE was recorded at 108,363 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 2,493 miles a year.
Has Y20 HUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y20 HUE has failed 10 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on Y20 HUE 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 HUE find?
Y20 HUE passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with 3 advisories: central front steering damper has limited effect. not excessive; oil leak, but not excessive; rear fog switch faulty but still woks.

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