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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y229 HWWMOT history

Y229 HWW is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Jun 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 37,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2022.

Y229 HWW red 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 14 Jun 2023
Mileage
37,649 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,681 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y229 HWW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y229 HWW was last recorded at 37,649 miles on 15 Jun 2022, 1,834 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,815 miles · 18 May 2021
Between the last two tests
1,834 miles
Average per year
1,681 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 37,649 miles
  • 2021 – 35,815 miles
  • 2019 – 34,361 miles
  • 2018 – 32,606 miles
  • 2017 – 30,897 miles
  • 2016 – 29,469 miles
  • 2015 – 27,427 miles
  • 2014 – 25,578 miles
  • 2013 – 23,723 miles
  • 2012 – 21,947 miles
  • 2011 – 20,341 miles
  • 2010 – 18,606 miles
  • 2009 – 16,632 miles
  • 2008 – 14,399 miles
  • 2007 – 12,740 miles
  • 2006 – 10,940 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,649 miles
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,649 miles (+1,834)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    37,649 miles
    Test number
    663808971873
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass35,815 miles (+1,454)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    35,815 miles
    Test number
    832133054232
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs on inside face. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Steel pipe along rear of front cross member. (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Steel pipe to brake calliper. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking within tread and on walls. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on walls and within tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on outer wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass34,361 miles (+45)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    34,361 miles
    Test number
    447384967846
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre side wall cracking
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Fail34,316 miles (+1,710)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,316 miles
    Test number
    533276628231
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre side wall cracking
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Pass32,606 miles (+1,709)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    32,606 miles
    Test number
    374868635370
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member, corrosion is setting in. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Pass30,897 miles (+1,428)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    30,897 miles
    Test number
    531070257792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass29,469 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    29,469 miles
    Test number
    735441639053
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion Front out rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySlight leak on both side swivel seals

  8. Fail29,469 miles (+2,042)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,469 miles
    Test number
    959549501142
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion Front out rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySlight leak on both side swivel seals

  9. Pass27,427 miles (+1,849)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    27,427 miles
    Test number
    975262905221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  10. Pass25,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    25,578 miles
    Test number
    415576904254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail25,578 miles (+1,855)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,578 miles
    Test number
    325794104252
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  12. Pass23,723 miles (+1,776)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    23,723 miles
    Test number
    317585803444
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  13. Pass21,947 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    21,947 miles
    Test number
    598936612270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail21,929 miles (+1,588)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,929 miles
    Test number
    428908602214
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside /nearside rear tyres slight cracks in tread and side walls

  15. Pass20,341 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    20,341 miles
    Test number
    676380111238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs pitted

  16. Fail20,341 miles (+1,735)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,341 miles
    Test number
    837699401229
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs pitted

  17. Pass18,606 miles (+1,974)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    18,606 miles
    Test number
    710663000241
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass16,632 miles (+2,233)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    16,632 miles
    Test number
    350091709471
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass14,399 miles (+1,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    14,399 miles
    Test number
    484168198140
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass12,740 miles (+1,800)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    12,740 miles
    Test number
    722524817299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass10,940 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    10,940 miles
    Test number
    702497506266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail10,934 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,934 miles
    Test number
    483416606220
    • FailureNearside brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about Y229 HWW

Does Y229 HWW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y229 HWW expired on 14 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y229 HWW?
The MOT on Y229 HWW expired on 14 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y229 HWW done?
Y229 HWW was recorded at 37,649 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2022, an average of 1,681 miles a year.
Has Y229 HWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y229 HWW has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on Y229 HWW 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 Y229 HWW find?
Y229 HWW passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2022 with 1 advisory: power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box.

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