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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y247 DKSMOT history

Y247 DKS is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 111,769 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2022.

Y247 DKS blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Jan 2023
Mileage
111,769 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,310 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y247 DKS
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
19 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y247 DKS was last recorded at 111,769 miles on 25 Jan 2022, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,750 miles · 14 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
4,310 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 111,769 miles
  • 2020 – 110,034 miles
  • 2019 – 104,563 miles
  • 2018 – 99,112 miles
  • 2017 – 93,309 miles
  • 2016 – 88,302 miles
  • 2015 – 84,117 miles
  • 2014 – 80,773 miles
  • 2013 – 77,324 miles
  • 2012 – 74,145 miles
  • 2011 – 70,686 miles
  • 2009 – 64,623 miles
  • 2008 – 57,322 miles
  • 2007 – 51,848 miles
  • 2006 – 43,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,769 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (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.

  • Offside Front Steering box has seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Swivel hub seal deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,769 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    111,769 miles
    Test number
    874024171266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Fail111,750 miles (+1,716)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,750 miles
    Test number
    992632993989
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded foot well holed (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass110,034 miles (+5,471)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    110,034 miles
    Test number
    216022252967
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass104,563 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    104,563 miles
    Test number
    601510976144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel hub seal deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Fail104,547 miles (+5,435)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,547 miles
    Test number
    825760525211
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc contaminated Swivel joint hub seal (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorOffside Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel hub seal deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass99,112 miles (+5,803)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    99,112 miles
    Test number
    428735168620
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle tie rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass93,309 miles (+5,007)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    93,309 miles
    Test number
    722793890838
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component box (2.3.3b)

  8. Pass88,302 miles (+4,185)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    88,302 miles
    Test number
    289192160390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,117 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    84,117 miles
    Test number
    585302374586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,108 miles (+3,335)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,108 miles
    Test number
    970929438085
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded CHASSIS (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering FRONT BODY X MEMBER NSF (6.1.A.1)

  11. Pass80,773 miles (+3,449)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    80,773 miles
    Test number
    399574694437
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

  12. Pass77,324 miles (+3,179)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    77,324 miles
    Test number
    969513903353
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

  13. Pass74,145 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    74,145 miles
    Test number
    475080702436
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  14. Fail74,145 miles (+3,459)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,145 miles
    Test number
    225807792200
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNsf and osf swivel hubs leaking
    • NoteOsf swivel hub slight play

  15. Pass70,686 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    70,686 miles
    Test number
    476247991261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

  16. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    674164490292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,623 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    64,623 miles
    Test number
    672191709354
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryService brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • NotePower steering system noisey

  18. Fail64,623 miles (+1,391)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,623 miles
    Test number
    134119799266
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryService brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • NotePower steering system noisey

  19. Pass63,232 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    63,232 miles
    Test number
    360719259011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  20. Fail63,230 miles (+5,908)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,230 miles
    Test number
    734909859017
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass57,322 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    57,322 miles
    Test number
    704233848018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Fail57,318 miles (+5,470)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,318 miles
    Test number
    180273948484
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass51,848 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    51,848 miles
    Test number
    252522557069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail51,844 miles (+8,766)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,844 miles
    Test number
    530801957022
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass43,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    43,078 miles
    Test number
    824028246086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y247 DKS

Does Y247 DKS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y247 DKS expired on 24 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y247 DKS?
The MOT on Y247 DKS expired on 24 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y247 DKS done?
Y247 DKS was recorded at 111,769 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2022, an average of 4,310 miles a year.
Has Y247 DKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y247 DKS has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on Y247 DKS 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 Y247 DKS find?
Y247 DKS passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; steering box has seepage.

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