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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y238 MAEMOT history

Y238 MAE is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 47,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

Y238 MAE 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 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
47,937 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y238 MAE
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
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y238 MAE was last recorded at 47,937 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,937 miles · 23 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,937 miles
  • 2025 – 46,284 miles
  • 2024 – 44,586 miles
  • 2023 – 43,356 miles
  • 2022 – 42,081 miles
  • 2021 – 41,724 miles
  • 2020 – 40,630 miles
  • 2019 – 40,096 miles
  • 2018 – 39,644 miles
  • 2017 – 38,962 miles
  • 2015 – 38,173 miles
  • 2014 – 37,104 miles
  • 2013 – 35,856 miles
  • 2012 – 34,442 miles
  • 2011 – 32,434 miles
  • 2010 – 30,661 miles
  • 2009 – 28,606 miles
  • 2007 – 18,922 miles
  • 2006 – 13,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,937 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door hinge/bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear end of chassis corrrodedRecorded 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.

  • Rear end of chassis corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass47,937 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    47,937 miles
    Test number
    463836806967
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door hinge/bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear end of chassis corrroded

  2. Fail47,937 miles (+1,653)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,937 miles
    Test number
    145076833139
    • MajorFuel system component leaking pressure regulator (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door hinge/bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear end of chassis corrroded

  3. Pass46,284 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    46,284 miles
    Test number
    917522866291
    • AdvisoryRear end of chassis corroded

  4. Fail46,284 miles (+1,698)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,284 miles
    Test number
    375426816349
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear end of chassis corroded

  5. Pass44,586 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    44,586 miles
    Test number
    722149144714
    • AdvisoryRear end of chassis corroded

  6. Fail44,586 miles (+1,230)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,586 miles
    Test number
    966074686901
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear end of chassis corroded

  7. Pass43,356 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    43,356 miles
    Test number
    855548368374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail43,356 miles (+1,275)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,356 miles
    Test number
    683259319253
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass42,081 miles (+357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    42,081 miles
    Test number
    783773783290
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass41,724 miles (+1,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    41,724 miles
    Test number
    105309125046
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded

  11. Pass40,630 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    40,630 miles
    Test number
    393273692936
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded

  12. Fail40,630 miles (+534)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,630 miles
    Test number
    793051095179
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded

  13. Pass40,096 miles (+452)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    40,096 miles
    Test number
    621982336053
    • AdvisoryRaer A-frame ball joint rubber perished
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded

  14. Pass39,644 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    39,644 miles
    Test number
    141066397692
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  15. Fail39,644 miles (+682)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,644 miles
    Test number
    391695330861
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Propshaft universal joint worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  16. Pass38,962 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    38,962 miles
    Test number
    315744659363
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear chassis corroded

  17. Fail38,962 miles (+789)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,962 miles
    Test number
    898857322028
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear chassis corroded

  18. Pass38,173 miles (+1,069)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    38,173 miles
    Test number
    686099615273
    • 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)

  19. Pass37,104 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    37,104 miles
    Test number
    917576264205
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished

  20. Fail37,104 miles (+1,248)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,104 miles
    Test number
    687066564266
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished

  21. Pass35,856 miles (+1,414)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    35,856 miles
    Test number
    287070823276
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished

  22. Pass34,442 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    34,442 miles
    Test number
    427664312234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,346 miles (+1,912)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,346 miles
    Test number
    408177402250
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Fail32,434 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,434 miles
    Test number
    376350711243
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  25. Pass32,434 miles (+1,773)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    32,434 miles
    Test number
    468390611260
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  26. Pass30,661 miles (+2,055)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    30,661 miles
    Test number
    173675310210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    28,606 miles
    Test number
    290625809245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail28,606 miles (+9,684)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,606 miles
    Test number
    221415409224
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  29. Pass18,922 miles (+5,695)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    18,922 miles
    Test number
    834794057289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass13,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    13,227 miles
    Test number
    272060996085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y238 MAE

Does Y238 MAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y238 MAE is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y238 MAE?
The MOT on Y238 MAE is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y238 MAE done?
Y238 MAE was recorded at 47,937 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 1,743 miles a year.
Has Y238 MAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y238 MAE has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y238 MAE 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 MAE find?
Y238 MAE passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door hinge/bulk head; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear end of chassis corrroded.

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