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Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y215 DKSMOT history

Y215 DKS is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 5 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 151,515 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2026.

Y215 DKS green 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 3 Nov 2027
Mileage
151,515 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y215 DKS
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
5 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y215 DKS was last recorded at 151,515 miles on 28 Oct 2026, 3,539 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Jul 2009: 76,067 miles, lower than 677,372 miles on 28 Nov 2007.

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
147,976 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3,539 miles
Average per year
4,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,515 miles
  • 2025 – 147,976 miles
  • 2024 – 142,927 miles
  • 2023 – 138,702 miles
  • 2022 – 133,495 miles
  • 2021 – 127,005 miles
  • 2020 – 123,157 miles
  • 2019 – 119,952 miles
  • 2018 – 116,062 miles
  • 2017 – 104,990 miles
  • 2016 – 93,948 miles
  • 2015 – 90,983 miles
  • 2014 – 87,527 miles
  • 2013 – 87,422 miles
  • 2012 – 87,084 miles
  • 2011 – 86,045 miles
  • 2009 – 76,067 miles
  • 2007 – 677,372 miles
  • 2006 – 66,214 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,515 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Upper & lower (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryO/s/f hub seal slightly leaking
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Bodywork damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front wing damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 15 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,515 miles (+3,539)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    151,515 miles
    Test number
    228899283584
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Upper & lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f hub seal slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass147,976 miles (+53)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    147,976 miles
    Test number
    280666831790
    • AdvisoryO/s/f swivel joint leaking
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from rear diff seal

  3. Fail147,923 miles (+4,996)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,923 miles
    Test number
    220419659275
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass142,927 miles (+4,225)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    142,927 miles
    Test number
    582001665917
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass138,702 miles (+5,207)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    138,702 miles
    Test number
    845800977473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass133,495 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    133,495 miles
    Test number
    700873983838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail133,490 miles (+6,485)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,490 miles
    Test number
    997135592035
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working lense broken (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear tailpipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass127,005 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    127,005 miles
    Test number
    721403190364
    • AdvisoryBodywork damage

  9. Fail126,996 miles (+3,839)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,996 miles
    Test number
    299134387792
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBodywork damage

  10. Pass123,157 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    123,157 miles
    Test number
    223749187746
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing damage
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  11. Fail123,147 miles (+3,195)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,147 miles
    Test number
    892221408417
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light lens broken (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing damage
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  12. Pass119,952 miles (+3,890)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    119,952 miles
    Test number
    449888427992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing damaged

  13. Pass116,062 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    116,062 miles
    Test number
    616225638740
    • AdvisorySeveral damaged body panels

  14. Fail116,055 miles (+11,065)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,055 miles
    Test number
    217218844872
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeveral damaged body panels

  15. Pass104,990 miles (+11,042)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    104,990 miles
    Test number
    586339111041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryO/s front wing damaged

  16. Pass93,948 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    93,948 miles
    Test number
    192282773980
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front pads (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryA lot of travel on hand brake lever
    • AdvisoryDamaged o/s front wing

  17. Fail93,938 miles (+2,955)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,938 miles
    Test number
    833217967237
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users o/s front bumper damaged and loose (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • FailureSteering column shaft has excessive end float at point where drop arm meets steering box (2.1.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front pads (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryA lot of travel on hand brake lever
    • AdvisoryDamaged o/s front wing

  18. Pass90,983 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    90,983 miles
    Test number
    170331038631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail90,983 miles (+3,456)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,983 miles
    Test number
    744942167396
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass87,527 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    87,527 miles
    Test number
    515072084237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  21. Fail87,527 miles (+105)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,527 miles
    Test number
    305415274234
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  22. Pass87,422 miles (+23)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    87,422 miles
    Test number
    329175313352
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  23. Fail87,399 miles (+315)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,399 miles
    Test number
    376607063231
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteO/s/f axle swivel joint slight leak at seal

  24. Pass87,084 miles (+71)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    87,084 miles
    Test number
    608213052133
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteOffside front swivel hub slight play

  25. Fail87,013 miles (+968)8 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,013 miles
    Test number
    578325132143
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureCentre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureShock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteOffside and nearside wipers torn

  26. Fail86,045 miles (+9,978)2 dangerous14 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,045 miles
    Test number
    967039651127
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs scored

  27. Pass76,067 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    76,067 miles
    Test number
    264287589452
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNearside steering damper bush slightly worn
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  28. Fail76,067 miles (-601,305)4 dangerous2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,067 miles
    Test number
    952067189186
    • DangerousNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNearside steering damper bush slightly worn
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  29. Pass677,372 miles (+611,158)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    677,372 miles
    Test number
    854002637319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass66,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    66,214 miles
    Test number
    441149716353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y215 DKS

Does Y215 DKS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y215 DKS is valid until 3 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y215 DKS?
The MOT on Y215 DKS is valid until 3 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y215 DKS done?
Y215 DKS was recorded at 151,515 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2026, an average of 4,276 miles a year.
Has Y215 DKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y215 DKS has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y215 DKS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Jul 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y215 DKS find?
Y215 DKS passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper & lower; o/s/f hub seal slightly leaking, and 4 more.

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