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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y237 DFSMOT history

Y237 DFS is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 91,723 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2025.

Y237 DFS green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Jul 2026
Mileage
91,723 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,006 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y237 DFS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y237 DFS was last recorded at 91,723 miles on 25 Jul 2025, 295 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,428 miles · 2 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
295 miles
Average per year
3,006 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 91,723 miles
  • 2024 – 91,428 miles
  • 2023 – 90,654 miles
  • 2022 – 88,546 miles
  • 2021 – 86,660 miles
  • 2020 – 84,569 miles
  • 2019 – 82,238 miles
  • 2018 – 79,719 miles
  • 2016 – 74,803 miles
  • 2015 – 72,173 miles
  • 2014 – 69,520 miles
  • 2013 – 66,762 miles
  • 2011 – 59,627 miles
  • 2010 – 55,728 miles
  • 2009 – 51,577 miles
  • 2008 – 47,583 miles
  • 2007 – 41,849 miles
  • 2006 – 33,331 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,723 miles
  • MinorRear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Lense damaged (4.5.1 (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.

  • Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Towing socket slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Upper Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Fuel system component leaking

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,723 miles (+295)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    91,723 miles
    Test number
    388739744313
    • MinorRear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Lense damaged (4.5.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass91,428 miles (+774)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    91,428 miles
    Test number
    909852819308
    • MinorRear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass90,654 miles (+2,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    90,654 miles
    Test number
    174470120752
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Diff and swivel hubs (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass88,546 miles (+1,886)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,546 miles
    Test number
    892545187122
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is damaged but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel orb seal slightly seeping grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel orb seal slightly seeping grease
    • AdvisoryFuel connector on offside rear of engine slightly damp
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp lens broken
    • AdvisoryTowing socket slightly damaged
  5. Pass86,660 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,660 miles
    Test number
    480201752706
    • AdvisoryLower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub seal damp/slight leak of grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at bulk head (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal damp/slight leak of grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  6. Fail86,660 miles (+2,091)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,660 miles
    Test number
    481933970048
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryLower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub seal damp/slight leak of grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at bulk head (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal damp/slight leak of grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  7. Pass84,569 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    84,569 miles
    Test number
    970270265204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryMist of fuel around fuel filter housing
  8. Fail84,566 miles (+2,328)1 dangerous1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,566 miles
    Test number
    131019096543
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff input (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryMist of fuel around fuel filter housing
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp damaged
  9. Pass82,238 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    82,238 miles
    Test number
    194934855622
    • AdvisoryLower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowing socket slightly damaged
  10. Fail82,234 miles (+2,515)1 dangerous5 major1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,234 miles
    Test number
    910953536030
    • DangerousPower steering pipe/hose damaged such that the steering is adversely affected hose to pump insecure (2.1.5 (g) (ii))
    • MajorFuel pipe union leaking at fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine running onto exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering component deformed steering damper excess fluid leak (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe slightly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel orb oil seal slightly seeping
    • AdvisoryUpper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowing socket slightly damaged
  11. Pass79,719 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    79,719 miles
    Test number
    107501855822
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed top and bottom (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)
  12. Fail79,719 miles (+4,916)1 dangerous8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,719 miles
    Test number
    797029510945
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking at fuel filter/housing (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle on radius arm during lock to lock test (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed top and bottom (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)
  13. Pass74,803 miles (+2,630)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    74,803 miles
    Test number
    382781720097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,173 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,173 miles
    Test number
    907312795094
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)
  15. Fail72,170 miles (+2,650)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,170 miles
    Test number
    486079385008
    • FailureDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)
  16. Pass69,520 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    69,520 miles
    Test number
    396880484097
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  17. Fail69,520 miles (+2,758)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,520 miles
    Test number
    789429874022
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass66,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    66,762 miles
    Test number
    288466263045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail66,762 miles (+7,135)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,762 miles
    Test number
    847135863090
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  20. Pass59,627 miles (+3,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    59,627 miles
    Test number
    168880791411
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
  21. Pass55,728 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    55,728 miles
    Test number
    434336070008
    • AdvisorySteering damper damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
  22. Fail55,728 miles (+4,151)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,728 miles
    Test number
    782385570085
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisorySteering damper damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
  23. Pass51,577 miles (+3,994)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    51,577 miles
    Test number
    704337979058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,583 miles
    Test number
    594803368073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail47,583 miles (+5,734)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,583 miles
    Test number
    153839558094
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  26. Pass41,849 miles (+8,518)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    41,849 miles
    Test number
    590627457052
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  27. Pass33,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,331 miles
    Test number
    903338356019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail33,331 miles6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,331 miles
    Test number
    434282256035
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteFront propshaft rear joint worn
    • NoteRear propshaft front bolts loose

Questions about Y237 DFS

Does Y237 DFS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y237 DFS expired on 25 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y237 DFS?
The MOT on Y237 DFS expired on 25 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y237 DFS done?
Y237 DFS was recorded at 91,723 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2025, an average of 3,006 miles a year.
Has Y237 DFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y237 DFS has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on Y237 DFS 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 Y237 DFS find?
Y237 DFS passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect: rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning lense damaged.

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