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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y243 HWWMOT history

Y243 HWW is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 152,128 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

Y243 HWW blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
152,128 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,722 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y243 HWW
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
26 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y243 HWW was last recorded at 152,128 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 1,669 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Aug 2012: 43,568 miles, lower than 43,683 miles on 1 Mar 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
150,459 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,669 miles
Average per year
5,722 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,128 miles
  • 2025 – 150,459 miles
  • 2024 – 139,209 miles
  • 2023 – 123,775 miles
  • 2022 – 110,963 miles
  • 2021 – 98,325 miles
  • 2020 – 84,322 miles
  • 2019 – 82,978 miles
  • 2018 – 80,021 miles
  • 2017 – 78,775 miles
  • 2016 – 73,789 miles
  • 2015 – 68,565 miles
  • 2014 – 62,816 miles
  • 2013 – 54,285 miles
  • 2012 – 43,568 miles
  • 2011 – 43,683 miles
  • 2009 – 42,568 miles
  • 2008 – 39,573 miles
  • 2007 – 37,917 miles
  • 2006 – 36,660 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail152,128 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering damper bushes worn

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint cover

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 4 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail152,128 miles (+1,669)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,128 miles
    Test number
    105143695170
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bushes worn

  2. Pass150,459 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    150,459 miles
    Test number
    980106176561
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front out rigger corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front swivel joints slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail150,459 miles (+11,250)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,459 miles
    Test number
    134964276819
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front out rigger corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front swivel joints slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass139,209 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    139,209 miles
    Test number
    432993904003
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint cover (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear floor brace corroded

  5. Fail139,209 miles (+15,434)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,209 miles
    Test number
    876597254627
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan box section / battery housing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint cover (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear floor brace corroded

  6. Pass123,775 miles (+12,812)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    123,775 miles
    Test number
    370855787617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass110,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    110,963 miles
    Test number
    646838239889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail110,963 miles (+12,638)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,963 miles
    Test number
    846786547836
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high very high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass98,325 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    98,325 miles
    Test number
    511815077830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail98,318 miles (+13,996)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,318 miles
    Test number
    367080860422
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high near side very high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass84,322 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    84,322 miles
    Test number
    488622336084
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail84,322 miles (+1,344)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,322 miles
    Test number
    370331131868
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass82,978 miles (+10)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,978 miles
    Test number
    866737173055
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel hub has slight play and seepage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/o/f hockey sticks (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight seepage front steering damper

  14. Fail82,968 miles (+2,947)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,968 miles
    Test number
    577579873785
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel hub has slight play and seepage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/o/f hockey sticks (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight seepage front steering damper

  15. Pass80,021 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    80,021 miles
    Test number
    538545768883
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor bracket to chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

  16. Fail79,986 miles (+1,211)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,986 miles
    Test number
    890510162879
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor bracket to chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

  17. Pass78,775 miles (+204)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    78,775 miles
    Test number
    903969111124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

  18. Fail78,571 miles (+4,782)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,571 miles
    Test number
    659647205327
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

  19. Pass73,789 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    73,789 miles
    Test number
    142561098635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tractor joint/seal slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  20. Fail73,789 miles (+5,224)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,789 miles
    Test number
    226585637329
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tractor joint/seal slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  21. Pass68,565 miles (+38)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    68,565 miles
    Test number
    242906495263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tractor joint has a slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing close to wear indicators
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel has slight bearing noise
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering damper has a worn bush

  22. Fail68,527 miles (+5,711)11 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,527 miles
    Test number
    359432814344
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush X2 bushs (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush Axle tie bar front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush X2 bushs (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush Axle tie tie bar front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tractor joint has a slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel has slight bearing noise
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering damper has a worn bush

  23. Pass62,816 miles (+8,531)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    62,816 miles
    Test number
    149707294290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,285 miles (+10,717)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    54,285 miles
    Test number
    617164553211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,568 miles (-115)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    43,568 miles
    Test number
    115311232270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass43,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    43,683 miles
    Test number
    998530861036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail43,683 miles (+1,115)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,683 miles
    Test number
    777140761017
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass42,568 miles (+2,995)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    42,568 miles
    Test number
    152612239207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass39,573 miles (+1,656)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    39,573 miles
    Test number
    760278328296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass37,917 miles (+1,257)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    37,917 miles
    Test number
    902313727224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass36,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    36,660 miles
    Test number
    481986916228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y243 HWW

Does Y243 HWW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y243 HWW expired on 16 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y243 HWW?
The MOT on Y243 HWW expired on 16 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y243 HWW done?
Y243 HWW was recorded at 152,128 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 5,722 miles a year.
Has Y243 HWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y243 HWW has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y243 HWW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Aug 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y243 HWW find?
Y243 HWW failed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front position lamp not working; nearside front vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger; nearside front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 7 more.

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