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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y211 LCJMOT history

Y211 LCJ is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 142,307 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

Y211 LCJ black 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 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
142,307 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y211 LCJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y211 LCJ was last recorded at 142,307 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 May 2018: 123,873 miles, lower than 129,916 miles on 12 Feb 2017.

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
142,303 miles · 3 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,307 miles
  • 2025 – 140,716 miles
  • 2024 – 136,665 miles
  • 2023 – 136,434 miles
  • 2021 – 134,965 miles
  • 2020 – 131,487 miles
  • 2019 – 127,623 miles
  • 2018 – 123,879 miles
  • 2017 – 129,916 miles
  • 2015 – 118,495 miles
  • 2014 – 114,238 miles
  • 2013 – 107,520 miles
  • 2012 – 101,316 miles
  • 2011 – 94,799 miles
  • 2010 – 83,087 miles
  • 2009 – 70,420 miles
  • 2008 – 59,177 miles
  • 2007 – 53,624 miles
  • 2006 – 45,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,307 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 discs corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front seat belt reciever cover missing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Spare wheel loose

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front half shaft seal slight oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside side step heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,307 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    142,307 miles
    Test number
    166251373408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail142,303 miles (+1,587)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,303 miles
    Test number
    902378468773
    • MajorFront Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt all ball joints dust cover s (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass140,716 miles (+4,051)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    140,716 miles
    Test number
    821315234346
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front half shaft seal slight leak of oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front half shaft seal slight leak of oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass136,665 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    136,665 miles
    Test number
    678457558265
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front half shaft seal slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt reciever cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside side step heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front half shaft seal slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside side step heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail136,665 miles (+231)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,665 miles
    Test number
    281601369622
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front half shaft seal slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt reciever cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside side step heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front half shaft seal slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside side step heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass136,434 miles (+6)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    136,434 miles
    Test number
    908054776068
    • 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 brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt reciever cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel loose

  7. Fail136,428 miles (+7)1 dangerous2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,428 miles
    Test number
    985788374113
    • DangerousOffside Front king pin seal leaking slightly
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage fouling fouling suspension arm (2.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front king pin seal leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside seat belt receiver cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside step holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside step holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel loose

  8. Fail136,421 miles (+1,456)2 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,421 miles
    Test number
    523330698584
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousSteering box drop arm likely to become detached steering idler (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt reciever cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel loose

  9. Pass134,965 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    134,965 miles
    Test number
    523695317692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail134,961 miles (+3,474)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,961 miles
    Test number
    317280102743
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass131,487 miles (+3,864)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    131,487 miles
    Test number
    741394958570
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass127,623 miles (+3,744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    127,623 miles
    Test number
    898821432159
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  13. Pass123,879 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    123,879 miles
    Test number
    800086447133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail123,873 miles (-6,043)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,873 miles
    Test number
    873551040117
    • DangerousIntermediate drop arm insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering column universal joint deformed to the extent that steering is affected top (2.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp showing white light to the rear both (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass129,916 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    129,916 miles
    Test number
    308468918289
    • AdvisoryPlay in propshaft centre bearing

  16. Fail129,916 miles (+11,421)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,916 miles
    Test number
    257692909883
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryPlay in propshaft centre bearing

  17. Pass118,495 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    118,495 miles
    Test number
    414926843238
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  18. Fail118,485 miles (+4,247)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,485 miles
    Test number
    633485427886
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened worn thin (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  19. Pass114,238 miles (+6,718)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    114,238 miles
    Test number
    877780974241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass107,520 miles (+6,204)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    107,520 miles
    Test number
    107646523228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass101,316 miles (+6,517)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    101,316 miles
    Test number
    765852992117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  22. Pass94,799 miles (+11,712)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    94,799 miles
    Test number
    408939281174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail83,087 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,087 miles
    Test number
    141064990167
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

  24. Pass83,087 miles (+12,667)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    83,087 miles
    Test number
    514434790122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass70,420 miles (+11,243)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    70,420 miles
    Test number
    324078809241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass59,177 miles (+5,553)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    59,177 miles
    Test number
    443406108277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass53,624 miles (+8,033)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    53,624 miles
    Test number
    763975307256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass45,591 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    45,591 miles
    Test number
    392319806403
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y211 LCJ

Does Y211 LCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y211 LCJ is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y211 LCJ?
The MOT on Y211 LCJ is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y211 LCJ done?
Y211 LCJ was recorded at 142,307 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 4,802 miles a year.
Has Y211 LCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y211 LCJ has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y211 LCJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 May 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y211 LCJ find?
Y211 LCJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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