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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y214 GWCMOT history

Y214 GWC is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 240,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

Y214 GWC white 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 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
240,544 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y214 GWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y214 GWC was last recorded at 240,544 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
240,535 miles · 15 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
7,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 240,544 miles
  • 2024 – 234,552 miles
  • 2023 – 226,958 miles
  • 2022 – 220,494 miles
  • 2021 – 212,523 miles
  • 2020 – 203,419 miles
  • 2019 – 202,716 miles
  • 2018 – 198,074 miles
  • 2017 – 189,953 miles
  • 2016 – 178,869 miles
  • 2015 – 170,843 miles
  • 2014 – 163,821 miles
  • 2013 – 158,157 miles
  • 2012 – 152,414 miles
  • 2011 – 138,540 miles
  • 2010 – 118,322 miles
  • 2008 – 95,752 miles
  • 2007 – 93,037 miles
  • 2006 – 90,072 miles
  • 2005 – 86,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass240,544 miles
  • MinorIndicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryWiper stalk insecure LOOSERecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 4 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass240,544 miles (+9)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    240,544 miles
    Test number
    555399764654
    • MinorIndicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper stalk insecure LOOSE
  2. Fail240,535 miles (+5,983)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,535 miles
    Test number
    183437943660
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring insecure coil spring LOOSE NOT FITTED CORRECTLY IN SPRING CUPS (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MinorIndicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat base not fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper stalk insecure LOOSE
  3. Pass234,552 miles (+52)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    234,552 miles
    Test number
    448357290365
    • MinorIndicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail234,500 miles (+7,542)1 dangerous8 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,500 miles
    Test number
    701350733302
    • DangerousRear Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail Universal joint bearings broken up. (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipes above chassis rail. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorIndicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass226,958 miles (+128)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    226,958 miles
    Test number
    778800210267
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrosion found at body by mount
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  6. Fail226,830 miles (+6,336)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,830 miles
    Test number
    371474977056
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play pitman arm end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrosion found at body by mount
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  7. Pass220,494 miles (+63)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    220,494 miles
    Test number
    909202412791
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  8. Fail220,431 miles (+7,908)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,431 miles
    Test number
    655418219564
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSteering box not properly attached BOLT LOOSE (2.1.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  9. Pass212,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    212,523 miles
    Test number
    990130069861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail212,523 miles (+18)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,523 miles
    Test number
    894212514772
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  11. Fail212,505 miles (+9,086)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,505 miles
    Test number
    598104265837
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body cross member support, in front of rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass203,419 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    203,419 miles
    Test number
    472466474644
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid around nearside front and rear axle/hub seals
    • AdvisorySteering damper leaking
  13. Fail203,419 miles (+703)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,419 miles
    Test number
    571619065079
    • MajorBrake performance not tested brake pedal spongy (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid around nearside front and rear axle/hub seals
  14. Pass202,716 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    202,716 miles
    Test number
    206350674476
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel joint leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  15. Fail202,715 miles (+4,641)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,715 miles
    Test number
    277165194033
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting as marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel joint leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  16. Pass198,074 miles (+445)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    198,074 miles
    Test number
    878088473663
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear tripod dust cover perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively universal joint onto transmission brake (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRea cross member corroded
  17. Fail197,629 miles (+7,676)2 dangerous9 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,629 miles
    Test number
    898518522127
    • DangerousNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member has several holes (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Propshaft universal joint worn universal joint onto transmission brake
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt tripod joint dust cover perished (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis holed on rear cross member by body mount (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion body holed by body mount under drivers feet (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed pipe chafing on underside of spring platform (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear spring platform and inner sidewall have rub marks but not contact at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion Cross member corroded all across (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades have split ends
  18. Pass189,953 miles (+11,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    189,953 miles
    Test number
    846263434680
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  19. Pass178,869 miles (+8,026)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    178,869 miles
    Test number
    930449781863
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass170,843 miles (+7,022)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2016
    Odometer
    170,843 miles
    Test number
    768307615113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass163,821 miles (+5,664)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2015
    Odometer
    163,821 miles
    Test number
    586013924101
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front hub has very slight top-bottom play
    • NoteOffside rear hub has very slight top-bottom play
  22. Pass158,157 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    158,157 miles
    Test number
    106652903147
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
  23. Fail158,157 miles (+5,743)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,157 miles
    Test number
    478662403194
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
  24. Pass152,414 miles (+13,874)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    152,414 miles
    Test number
    376305822176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass138,540 miles (+20,218)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    138,540 miles
    Test number
    227883621478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass118,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    118,322 miles
    Test number
    632330630046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail118,322 miles (+22,570)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,322 miles
    Test number
    603350530092
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  28. Pass95,752 miles (+2,715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    95,752 miles
    Test number
    932169628376
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
  29. Pass93,037 miles (+2,965)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    93,037 miles
    Test number
    421276007317
    • NoteFront tyres slightly perished
    • NoteO/S wiper split
    • NoteSlight play rear prop shaft UJ
  30. Pass90,072 miles (+3,907)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    90,072 miles
    Test number
    792626906331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail86,165 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,165 miles
    Test number
    252348305370
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about Y214 GWC

Does Y214 GWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y214 GWC is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y214 GWC?
The MOT on Y214 GWC is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y214 GWC done?
Y214 GWC was recorded at 240,544 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 7,638 miles a year.
Has Y214 GWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y214 GWC has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y214 GWC 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 Y214 GWC find?
Y214 GWC passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: indicator switch insecure; central front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked; coil spring corroded all four corroded, and 5 more.

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