
Land Rover Defender
Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc
Y216 BCVMOT history
Y216 BCV is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 35 MOT tests, with 105,476 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 29 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 105,476 mi
- At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 35
- 18 passed · 17 failed
- Per year
- 2,721 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y216 BCV
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Defender
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,495 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 29 Jun 2001
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 30 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y216 BCV was last recorded at 105,476 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2026.
Mileage went down between tests
- 4 Sept 2012: 89,540 miles, lower than 856,371 miles on 20 Sept 2011.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 105,468 miles · 26 Jan 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 8 miles
- Average per year
- 2,721 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 105,476 miles
- 2025 – 104,887 miles
- 2023 – 104,205 miles
- 2022 – 103,596 miles
- 2021 – 103,379 miles
- 2020 – 101,556 miles
- 2019 – 100,828 miles
- 2018 – 100,199 miles
- 2017 – 99,486 miles
- 2016 – 98,116 miles
- 2015 – 95,731 miles
- 2014 – 95,338 miles
- 2013 – 93,010 miles
- 2012 – 89,543 miles
- 2011 – 856,371 miles
- 2010 – 80,648 miles
- 2009 – 73,515 miles
- 2008 – 66,366 miles
- 2006 – 52,221 miles
What the latest MOT found
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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.
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play
Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
35 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass105,476 miles (+8)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 105,476 miles
- Test number
- 537791548269
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail105,468 miles (+581)3 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 105,468 miles
- Test number
- 965381839178
- MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axel mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass104,887 miles (+9)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 104,887 miles
- Test number
- 313321885114
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail104,878 miles (+673)2 dangerous5 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 104,878 miles
- Test number
- 102683141002
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorLower Driver's door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To caliper (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drag link (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Lower Other passenger door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass104,205 miles (+8)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 104,205 miles
- Test number
- 851892095524
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Fail104,197 miles (+601)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 104,197 miles
- Test number
- 354709362676
- DangerousFront Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety Diesel leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working Not a steady light (flickering) (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Pass103,596 miles (+6)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 12 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 103,596 miles
- Test number
- 907679735164
- MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
Fail103,590 miles (+211)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 103,590 miles
- Test number
- 166465117948
- DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat insecure Front mounting (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Body component insecure Wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
Pass103,379 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Aug 2022
- Odometer
- 103,379 miles
- Test number
- 271119786817
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth front cab doors deteriorated
- AdvisoryReverse light not working
Fail103,378 miles (+1,822)4 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 103,378 miles
- Test number
- 393443329758
- MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt a frame to axle (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth front cab doors deteriorated
- AdvisoryReverse light not working
Pass101,556 miles (+728)2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 101,556 miles
- Test number
- 752723598914
- MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
- MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated a frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive to axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryReverse light not working
Pass100,828 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jul 2020
- Odometer
- 100,828 miles
- Test number
- 357512145483
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body /mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail100,828 miles (+629)2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,828 miles
- Test number
- 470472707932
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body /mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass100,199 miles (+1)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 100,199 miles
- Test number
- 250180061430
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower shock absorber mounting deteriorated
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal both front seatbelt mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail100,198 miles (+712)5 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,198 miles
- Test number
- 797487608556
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower shock absorber mounting deteriorated
Pass99,486 miles (+35)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 99,486 miles
- Test number
- 447870168111
- AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
- AdvisoryDrivers door hinge badly worn and door corroded
Fail99,451 miles (+1,335)6 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 99,451 miles
- Test number
- 357660025215
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
- AdvisoryDrivers door hinge badly worn and door corroded
Pass98,116 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 98,116 miles
- Test number
- 314608785877
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Fail98,116 miles (+2,385)2 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,116 miles
- Test number
- 307517804337
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Pass95,731 miles2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 30 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 95,731 miles
- Test number
- 468421825145
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteBoth rear tyres sidewall perishing
Fail95,730 miles (+392)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,730 miles
- Test number
- 758471125123
- FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureSteering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteBoth rear tyres sidewall perishing
Fail95,338 miles (+2,328)13 failures2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,338 miles
- Test number
- 177479354278
- FailureNearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
- FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
- FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureNearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureService brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)
- FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteAll tyres perishing
- NoteO/s/r arch trim insecure
Pass93,010 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 93,010 miles
- Test number
- 248902683273
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail93,010 miles (+3,467)12 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,010 miles
- Test number
- 326626273296
- FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureDrag link end damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Pass89,543 miles (+3)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 19 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 89,543 miles
- Test number
- 968680352223
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Fail89,540 miles (-766,831)7 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 89,540 miles
- Test number
- 549658842234
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureSteering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
- FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass856,371 miles (+730)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 856,371 miles
- Test number
- 379023061481
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail855,641 miles (+774,993)7 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 855,641 miles
- Test number
- 739388351230
- FailureCentre Front Drag link end damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Pass80,648 miles (+2)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 80,648 miles
- Test number
- 870945640205
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Fail80,646 miles (+7,131)4 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,646 miles
- Test number
- 224873940232
- FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
- FailureOffside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Pass73,515 miles (+16)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2010
- Odometer
- 73,515 miles
- Test number
- 223747839212
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Fail73,499 miles (+7,133)5 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 73,499 miles
- Test number
- 162323339297
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureNearside Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Fail66,366 miles1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,366 miles
- Test number
- 462009088119
- Repaired at testHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Pass66,366 miles (+14,145)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 66,366 miles
- Test number
- 520909988176
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Pass52,221 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 52,221 miles
- Test number
- 853607286104
- NoteSurface corrosion to power steering pipes-rear cross member small area of corrosion.
Questions about Y216 BCV
- Does Y216 BCV currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y216 BCV is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on Y216 BCV?
- The MOT on Y216 BCV is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has Y216 BCV done?
- Y216 BCV was recorded at 105,476 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 2,721 miles a year.
- Has Y216 BCV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y216 BCV has failed 17 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
- Has the mileage on Y216 BCV ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Sept 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on Y216 BCV find?
- Y216 BCV passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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