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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y238 KFCMOT history

Y238 KFC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 149,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

Y238 KFC green 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 5 Apr 2027
Mileage
149,385 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,038 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y238 KFC
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
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y238 KFC was last recorded at 149,385 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,385 miles · 26 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,038 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,385 miles
  • 2025 – 148,594 miles
  • 2024 – 145,695 miles
  • 2023 – 139,853 miles
  • 2021 – 137,372 miles
  • 2020 – 135,357 miles
  • 2019 – 135,188 miles
  • 2018 – 133,509 miles
  • 2017 – 131,581 miles
  • 2016 – 128,769 miles
  • 2015 – 123,451 miles
  • 2014 – 118,606 miles
  • 2013 – 114,428 miles
  • 2012 – 114,420 miles
  • 2011 – 110,671 miles
  • 2010 – 105,109 miles
  • 2009 – 99,442 miles
  • 2008 – 95,175 miles
  • 2007 – 93,276 miles
  • 2006 – 88,823 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,385 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Transfer box seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,385 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    149,385 miles
    Test number
    646495764063
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail149,385 miles (+791)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,385 miles
    Test number
    541733497539
    • 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 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass148,594 miles (+2,899)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    148,594 miles
    Test number
    874842589883
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTransfer box seepage

  4. Pass145,695 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    145,695 miles
    Test number
    409539508641
    • 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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryTransfer box seepage

  5. Fail145,695 miles (+5,842)1 dangerous4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,695 miles
    Test number
    280876781834
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • 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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryTransfer box seepage

  6. Pass139,853 miles (+2,481)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    139,853 miles
    Test number
    964935559539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass137,372 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    137,372 miles
    Test number
    238872970626
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail137,371 miles (+2,014)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,371 miles
    Test number
    787221247817
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass135,357 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    135,357 miles
    Test number
    353721227491
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail135,357 miles (+169)1 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,357 miles
    Test number
    491116941141
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass135,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    135,188 miles
    Test number
    822276256923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail135,188 miles (+1,679)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,188 miles
    Test number
    129689911613
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings panhard rod bracket to steering box (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass133,509 miles (+1,928)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    133,509 miles
    Test number
    248387273590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass131,581 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    131,581 miles
    Test number
    443120600536
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  15. Fail131,581 miles (+2,812)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,581 miles
    Test number
    953675348635
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  16. Pass128,769 miles (+5,318)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    128,769 miles
    Test number
    926796567441
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass123,451 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    123,451 miles
    Test number
    888557335039
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  18. Fail123,451 miles (+4,845)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,451 miles
    Test number
    726815035038
    • FailureCentre Seat belt adjustment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • FailureLower Steering column shaft retaining device insecure (2.1.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  19. Pass118,606 miles (+4,178)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    118,606 miles
    Test number
    448352854056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass114,428 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    114,428 miles
    Test number
    759675813032
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  21. Fail114,423 miles (+3)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,423 miles
    Test number
    195841313050
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass114,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    114,420 miles
    Test number
    126623782403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail114,419 miles (+3,748)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,419 miles
    Test number
    387853182070
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Fail110,671 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,671 miles
    Test number
    398587971065
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass110,671 miles (+5,562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    110,671 miles
    Test number
    818797071031
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass105,109 miles (+5,667)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    105,109 miles
    Test number
    730974370037
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryRear Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly damaged (6.6.1)

  27. Pass99,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    99,442 miles
    Test number
    914519569009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail99,442 miles (+4,267)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,442 miles
    Test number
    931389669022
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  29. Pass95,175 miles (+1,899)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    95,175 miles
    Test number
    920757878034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass93,276 miles (+4,453)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    93,276 miles
    Test number
    950211307130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass88,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    88,823 miles
    Test number
    630270716156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y238 KFC

Does Y238 KFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y238 KFC is valid until 5 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y238 KFC?
The MOT on Y238 KFC is valid until 5 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y238 KFC done?
Y238 KFC was recorded at 149,385 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 3,038 miles a year.
Has Y238 KFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y238 KFC has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y238 KFC 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 Y238 KFC find?
Y238 KFC passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: offside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 2 more.

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