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Land Rover Defender

Cream · Diesel · 2001 · 2,492 cc

Y234 HPDMOT history

Y234 HPD is a cream diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 110,037 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2026.

Y234 HPD cream 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 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
110,037 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,906 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y234 HPD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Cream
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y234 HPD was last recorded at 110,037 miles on 1 Aug 2026, 7,407 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Nov 2006: 7,313 miles, lower than 72,369 miles on 28 Oct 2006.
  • 31 Jan 2013: 29,051 miles, lower than 223,912 miles on 4 Nov 2011.

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
102,630 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,407 miles
Average per year
1,906 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,037 miles
  • 2025 – 102,630 miles
  • 2024 – 93,684 miles
  • 2023 – 82,968 miles
  • 2022 – 76,210 miles
  • 2021 – 69,482 miles
  • 2020 – 63,613 miles
  • 2019 – 56,929 miles
  • 2018 – 48,671 miles
  • 2017 – 46,587 miles
  • 2016 – 45,857 miles
  • 2015 – 44,360 miles
  • 2014 – 36,692 miles
  • 2013 – 29,051 miles
  • 2011 – 223,912 miles
  • 2010 – 19,126 miles
  • 2008 – 12,051 miles
  • 2007 – 9,692 miles
  • 2006 – 7,313 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,037 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear BODY MOUNT - CROSSMEMBER CORRODED BUT NOT PRESCRIBED AREA

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central CHASSIS CORRODED BUT NOT WITHIN PRESCRIBED AREA ( BOLT ON PART )

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S &O/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,037 miles (+7,407)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    110,037 miles
    Test number
    761066516178
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass102,630 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    102,630 miles
    Test number
    813865673108
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear BODY MOUNT - CROSSMEMBER CORRODED BUT NOT PRESCRIBED AREA
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail102,630 miles (+8,946)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,630 miles
    Test number
    605742335397
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear BODY MOUNT - CROSSMEMBER CORRODED BUT NOT PRESCRIBED AREA
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass93,684 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    93,684 miles
    Test number
    511814450973
    • AdvisoryCentral CHASSIS CORRODED BUT NOT WITHIN PRESCRIBED AREA ( BOLT ON PART )
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S &O/S (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush N/S & O/S (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Fail93,678 miles (+10,710)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,678 miles
    Test number
    595007526348
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral CHASSIS CORRODED BUT NOT WITHIN PRESCRIBED AREA ( BOLT ON PART )
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S &O/S (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush N/S & O/S (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass82,968 miles (+6,758)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    82,968 miles
    Test number
    796682877383
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play FRONTMOST (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass76,210 miles (+6,728)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    76,210 miles
    Test number
    261018098443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass69,482 miles (+5,869)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,482 miles
    Test number
    236452272694
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear N/S & O/S SHOCK ABSORBER BUSHES SLIGHTLY WORN

  9. Pass63,613 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,613 miles
    Test number
    961282408183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail63,613 miles (+6,684)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,613 miles
    Test number
    358110608668
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass56,929 miles (+481)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    56,929 miles
    Test number
    554502212635
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  12. Fail56,448 miles (+7,777)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,448 miles
    Test number
    858434324377
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened Linkage hole elongated?? (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass48,671 miles (+2,084)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    48,671 miles
    Test number
    779499853425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,587 miles (+730)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    46,587 miles
    Test number
    114217578365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,857 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    45,857 miles
    Test number
    233072753026
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  16. Fail45,857 miles (+1,497)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,857 miles
    Test number
    941026118453
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  17. Pass44,360 miles (+7,668)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    44,360 miles
    Test number
    868919115028
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  18. Pass36,692 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    36,692 miles
    Test number
    355091834008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail36,691 miles (+7,640)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,691 miles
    Test number
    106780334495
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass29,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    29,051 miles
    Test number
    758462733056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail29,051 miles (-194,861)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,051 miles
    Test number
    147451133083
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass223,912 miles (+204,786)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    223,912 miles
    Test number
    247748801384
    • NoteAll tyres are becoming perished on outer sidewalls

  23. Pass19,126 miles (+7,075)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    19,126 miles
    Test number
    501934410391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    12,051 miles
    Test number
    753967398234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail12,051 miles (+2,359)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,051 miles
    Test number
    232317998253
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  26. Pass9,692 miles (+2,379)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    9,692 miles
    Test number
    742951097200
    • NoteAll tyres perrished between tread

  27. Pass7,313 miles (-65,056)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    7,313 miles
    Test number
    462788706486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail72,369 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,369 miles
    Test number
    283991606356
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about Y234 HPD

Does Y234 HPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y234 HPD is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y234 HPD?
The MOT on Y234 HPD is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y234 HPD done?
Y234 HPD was recorded at 110,037 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2026, an average of 1,906 miles a year.
Has Y234 HPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y234 HPD has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y234 HPD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 4 Nov 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y234 HPD find?
Y234 HPD passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; oil leak, but not excessive.

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