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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y247 XAYMOT history

Y247 XAY is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 113,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

Y247 XAY 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 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
113,694 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,645 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y247 XAY
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
15 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y247 XAY was last recorded at 113,694 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,684 miles · 21 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
3,645 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,694 miles
  • 2025 – 110,990 miles
  • 2024 – 109,945 miles
  • 2023 – 108,024 miles
  • 2022 – 106,590 miles
  • 2021 – 105,063 miles
  • 2020 – 103,298 miles
  • 2018 – 101,725 miles
  • 2017 – 99,406 miles
  • 2016 – 97,978 miles
  • 2015 – 93,378 miles
  • 2014 – 89,276 miles
  • 2013 – 82,860 miles
  • 2012 – 79,313 miles
  • 2011 – 75,130 miles
  • 2010 – 70,567 miles
  • 2009 – 62,220 miles
  • 2008 – 48,703 miles
  • 2007 – 47,058 miles
  • 2006 – 40,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,694 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,694 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    113,694 miles
    Test number
    639967384810
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail113,684 miles (+2,694)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,684 miles
    Test number
    196520547274
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass110,990 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    110,990 miles
    Test number
    225375581970
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Bulkhead (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  4. Fail110,990 miles (+1,045)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,990 miles
    Test number
    818121894772
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Bulkhead (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  5. Pass109,945 miles (+43)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    109,945 miles
    Test number
    903939388952
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  6. Fail109,902 miles (+1,878)4 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,902 miles
    Test number
    877220510572
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 38% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  7. Pass108,024 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    108,024 miles
    Test number
    186927716568
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail108,024 miles (+1,434)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,024 miles
    Test number
    205297145678
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass106,590 miles (+1,527)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    106,590 miles
    Test number
    427304957791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass105,063 miles (+1,765)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    105,063 miles
    Test number
    322926672553
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tractor joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass103,298 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    103,298 miles
    Test number
    245289412403
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis around springs and trailing arms (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  12. Fail103,288 miles (+1,563)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,288 miles
    Test number
    976943196976
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner chassis (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis around springs and trailing arms (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  13. Pass101,725 miles (+2,319)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    101,725 miles
    Test number
    265977267852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis showing signs of corrosion

  14. Pass99,406 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    99,406 miles
    Test number
    114878947319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail99,403 miles (+1,425)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,403 miles
    Test number
    632533823821
    • DangerousOffside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  16. Pass97,978 miles (+109)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    97,978 miles
    Test number
    149861348943
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail97,869 miles (+4,491)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,869 miles
    Test number
    947251627289
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported mount broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass93,378 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    93,378 miles
    Test number
    947471725183
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  19. Fail93,373 miles (+4,097)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,373 miles
    Test number
    219581625423
    • FailureNearside Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass89,276 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2015
    Odometer
    89,276 miles
    Test number
    625520024185
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail89,271 miles (+6,411)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,271 miles
    Test number
    647420724143
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass82,860 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    82,860 miles
    Test number
    225326313458
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Fail82,860 miles (+3,547)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,860 miles
    Test number
    956496213128
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  24. Pass79,313 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    79,313 miles
    Test number
    767532922182
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail79,308 miles (+4,178)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,308 miles
    Test number
    559902622130
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass75,130 miles (+4,563)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    75,130 miles
    Test number
    235305001160
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  27. Pass70,567 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    70,567 miles
    Test number
    100261710183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Fail70,566 miles (+8,346)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,566 miles
    Test number
    323880810193
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass62,220 miles (+13,517)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    62,220 miles
    Test number
    882679399069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass48,703 miles (+1,645)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2009
    Odometer
    48,703 miles
    Test number
    380390108192
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  31. Pass47,058 miles (+6,161)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    47,058 miles
    Test number
    333507007112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass40,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    40,897 miles
    Test number
    921875326131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y247 XAY

Does Y247 XAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y247 XAY is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y247 XAY?
The MOT on Y247 XAY is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y247 XAY done?
Y247 XAY was recorded at 113,694 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 3,645 miles a year.
Has Y247 XAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y247 XAY has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y247 XAY 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 XAY find?
Y247 XAY passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front wheel bearing has slight play; power steering component has slight seepage from a component.

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