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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y234 GWSMOT history

Y234 GWS is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 7 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 72,549 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

Y234 GWS blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jun 2027
Mileage
72,549 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y234 GWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y234 GWS was last recorded at 72,549 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 246 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,303 miles · 24 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
246 miles
Average per year
2,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,549 miles
  • 2025 – 72,303 miles
  • 2024 – 71,667 miles
  • 2023 – 71,268 miles
  • 2022 – 70,705 miles
  • 2021 – 69,468 miles
  • 2020 – 69,271 miles
  • 2019 – 69,036 miles
  • 2018 – 67,819 miles
  • 2017 – 63,690 miles
  • 2016 – 60,482 miles
  • 2015 – 59,000 miles
  • 2014 – 55,740 miles
  • 2013 – 51,951 miles
  • 2012 – 47,923 miles
  • 2011 – 44,344 miles
  • 2010 – 40,515 miles
  • 2009 – 36,989 miles
  • 2008 – 33,837 miles
  • 2007 – 30,545 miles
  • 2006 – 24,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,549 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across bulk head (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush split and perished (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush split and perished (5.3.2 (c))

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 Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass72,549 miles (+246)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    72,549 miles
    Test number
    393362309161
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across bulk head (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush split and perished (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush split and perished (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass72,303 miles (+636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    72,303 miles
    Test number
    761213518859
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe across bulk head (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Pass71,667 miles (+399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    71,667 miles
    Test number
    660051938738
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under bonnet (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass71,268 miles (+563)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    71,268 miles
    Test number
    725350532459
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass70,705 miles (+1,237)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    70,705 miles
    Test number
    523399184738
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass69,468 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    69,468 miles
    Test number
    855904490442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail69,462 miles (+191)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,462 miles
    Test number
    411482209498
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass69,271 miles (+235)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    69,271 miles
    Test number
    955385535417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    69,036 miles
    Test number
    215338862709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail69,036 miles (+1,217)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,036 miles
    Test number
    299252244199
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass67,819 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    67,819 miles
    Test number
    418858064923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail67,790 miles (+4,100)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,790 miles
    Test number
    636745008814
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassie. (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassie. (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded main feed brake pipe. (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings body mount. (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassie. (6.6.6)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear chassie crossmember starting to corrode.advise steering box drop arm dust cover starting to deteriorate.

  13. Pass63,690 miles (+3,208)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    63,690 miles
    Test number
    845407632937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,482 miles (+1,482)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    60,482 miles
    Test number
    557072110790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    59,000 miles
    Test number
    257461865497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail59,000 miles (+3,260)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,000 miles
    Test number
    467409255130
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  17. Pass55,740 miles (+3,789)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    55,740 miles
    Test number
    795857554126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    51,951 miles
    Test number
    965313563180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,951 miles (+4,028)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,951 miles
    Test number
    186952363119
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass47,923 miles (+3,579)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    47,923 miles
    Test number
    435705462172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,344 miles (+3,829)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    44,344 miles
    Test number
    258418861137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,515 miles (+3,526)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    40,515 miles
    Test number
    910262460132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,989 miles (+3,152)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    36,989 miles
    Test number
    590791669192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,837 miles (+3,292)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,837 miles
    Test number
    263425868132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass30,545 miles (+5,836)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    30,545 miles
    Test number
    882236257191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    24,709 miles
    Test number
    842636066124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y234 GWS

Does Y234 GWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y234 GWS is valid until 27 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y234 GWS?
The MOT on Y234 GWS is valid until 27 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y234 GWS done?
Y234 GWS was recorded at 72,549 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 2,390 miles a year.
Has Y234 GWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y234 GWS has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on Y234 GWS 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 Y234 GWS find?
Y234 GWS passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across bulk head; nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush split and perished; offside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush split and perished.

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