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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y21 BOSMOT history

Y21 BOS is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 12 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 72,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2022.

Y21 BOS grey 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 29 Apr 2023
Mileage
72,697 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,251 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y21 BOS
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
12 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y21 BOS was last recorded at 72,697 miles on 13 Apr 2022, 2,141 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,556 miles · 28 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
2,141 miles
Average per year
3,251 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 72,697 miles
  • 2021 – 70,556 miles
  • 2020 – 67,568 miles
  • 2019 – 63,416 miles
  • 2018 – 60,987 miles
  • 2017 – 56,210 miles
  • 2016 – 49,938 miles
  • 2015 – 44,415 miles
  • 2014 – 42,625 miles
  • 2013 – 41,519 miles
  • 2011 – 41,178 miles
  • 2010 – 36,557 miles
  • 2009 – 34,904 miles
  • 2008 – 31,781 miles
  • 2007 – 27,795 miles
  • 2006 – 23,335 miles
  • 2005 – 19,247 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,697 miles
  • AdvisoryAll under body springs, shock absorbers and other chassis component are rusty
  • AdvisoryEngine oil leak from the rear main oil sealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight oil leak from the differential
  • AdvisoryStone chips in the windscreenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust rustyRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake fluid is dirty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake pedal rubber is slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,697 miles (+2,141)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    72,697 miles
    Test number
    362060224230
    • AdvisoryAll under body springs, shock absorbers and other chassis component are rusty
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak from the rear main oil seal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from the differential
    • AdvisoryStone chips in the windscreen
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  2. Pass70,556 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    70,556 miles
    Test number
    578558167820
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak from the rear main oil seal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryStone chips in the windscreen
    • AdvisoryUnder body springs, shock absorbers and other chassis component are rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  3. Fail70,556 miles (+2,988)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,556 miles
    Test number
    523633900393
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak from the rear main oil seal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryStone chips in the windscreen
    • AdvisoryUnder body springs, shock absorbers and other chassis component are rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  4. Pass67,568 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    67,568 miles
    Test number
    240313442041
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt cracking
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  5. Fail67,568 miles (+4,152)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,568 miles
    Test number
    336237236410
    • MajorNearside 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 Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt cracking
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  6. Pass63,416 miles (+136)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    63,416 miles
    Test number
    935851173415
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Forward (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid is dirty
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber is slightly worn
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All Front and Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower part of the windscreen is starting to go Opaque
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Back N/S to O/S Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail63,280 miles (+2,293)3 dangerous2 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,280 miles
    Test number
    157358627206
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Under bonnet (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Forward (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid is dirty
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber is slightly worn
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All Front and Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level is low
    • AdvisoryLower part of the windscreen is starting to go Opaque
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Back N/S to O/S Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass60,987 miles (+4,777)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    60,987 miles
    Test number
    796352547998
    • AdvisoryFront & Rear brake discs are a little rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Pass56,210 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    56,210 miles
    Test number
    638285580856
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber rubbers are perrishing
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs are rusty
    • AdvisoryFront and Rear brake discs are rusty
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs are rusty

  10. Fail56,210 miles (+6,272)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,210 miles
    Test number
    500872392354
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber rubbers are perrishing
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs are rusty
    • AdvisoryFront and Rear brake discs are rusty
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs are rusty

  11. Pass49,938 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    49,938 miles
    Test number
    890845656100
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres paerrishing
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on inside edge and perrishing
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  12. Fail49,938 miles (+5,523)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,938 miles
    Test number
    863192620584
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres paerrishing
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on inside edge and perrishing
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  13. Pass44,415 miles (+1,790)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    44,415 miles
    Test number
    876685205045
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll four tyres perrishing

  14. Pass42,625 miles (+1,106)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    42,625 miles
    Test number
    458182534015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    41,519 miles
    Test number
    515425613055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail41,519 miles (+341)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,519 miles
    Test number
    556761113010
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass41,178 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    41,178 miles
    Test number
    725000851332
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteFront tyres have started to perrish

  18. Fail41,178 miles (+4,621)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,178 miles
    Test number
    119859841325
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteFront tyres have started to perrish

  19. Pass36,557 miles (+1,653)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    36,557 miles
    Test number
    142584320344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,904 miles (+3,123)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    34,904 miles
    Test number
    291925979216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,781 miles (+3,986)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    31,781 miles
    Test number
    403918618354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,795 miles (+4,460)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    27,795 miles
    Test number
    963496417304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail23,335 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,335 miles
    Test number
    160604716368
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass23,335 miles (+4,088)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    23,335 miles
    Test number
    221514916322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    19,247 miles
    Test number
    131687005306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail19,247 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,247 miles
    Test number
    312767905354
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Questions about Y21 BOS

Does Y21 BOS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y21 BOS expired on 29 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y21 BOS?
The MOT on Y21 BOS expired on 29 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y21 BOS done?
Y21 BOS was recorded at 72,697 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2022, an average of 3,251 miles a year.
Has Y21 BOS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y21 BOS has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on Y21 BOS 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 Y21 BOS find?
Y21 BOS passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2022 with 10 advisories: all under body springs, shock absorbers and other chassis component are rusty; engine oil leak from the rear main oil seal; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, and 7 more.

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