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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y248 MAEMOT history

Y248 MAE is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 84,641 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

Y248 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 8 May 2027
Mileage
84,641 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,565 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y248 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
2 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y248 MAE was last recorded at 84,641 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 3,800 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Feb 2013: 50,361 miles, lower than 470,914 miles on 13 Feb 2012.

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
80,841 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,800 miles
Average per year
2,565 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,641 miles
  • 2025 – 80,841 miles
  • 2024 – 76,548 miles
  • 2023 – 75,947 miles
  • 2021 – 75,607 miles
  • 2020 – 73,880 miles
  • 2019 – 72,146 miles
  • 2018 – 70,456 miles
  • 2017 – 67,494 miles
  • 2016 – 63,282 miles
  • 2015 – 59,148 miles
  • 2014 – 54,822 miles
  • 2013 – 50,361 miles
  • 2012 – 470,914 miles
  • 2011 – 44,351 miles
  • 2010 – 42,069 miles
  • 2009 – 40,266 miles
  • 2008 – 38,581 miles
  • 2007 – 36,400 miles
  • 2006 – 32,914 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,641 miles
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,641 miles (+3,800)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    84,641 miles
    Test number
    720952364293
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass80,841 miles (+4,293)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    80,841 miles
    Test number
    187662624718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,548 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    76,548 miles
    Test number
    415184633009
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail76,548 miles (+601)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,548 miles
    Test number
    823303429255
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass75,947 miles (+340)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    75,947 miles
    Test number
    189722853791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass75,607 miles (+1,727)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    75,607 miles
    Test number
    917064717422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass73,880 miles (+1,734)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    73,880 miles
    Test number
    201230835905
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Stearing swival joint slight leak

  8. Pass72,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    72,146 miles
    Test number
    721580115237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail72,146 miles (+1,690)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,146 miles
    Test number
    128510065860
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass70,456 miles (+2,962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    70,456 miles
    Test number
    148785986248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass67,494 miles (+4,212)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    67,494 miles
    Test number
    514545456751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,282 miles (+4,134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    63,282 miles
    Test number
    360127831193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt marked in yellow (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front n/s seat belt webbing damaged

  13. Pass59,148 miles (+4,326)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    59,148 miles
    Test number
    127362345481
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNear side front swivel joint leaking grease

  14. Pass54,822 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,822 miles
    Test number
    907953744093
    • NoteNSF tractor joint seal leaking
    • NotePassenger seat belt buckle has ingress of dirt but functions

  15. Fail54,820 miles (+4,459)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,820 miles
    Test number
    565503644004
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Lower Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteNSF tractor joint seal leaking

  16. Pass50,361 miles (-420,553)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    50,361 miles
    Test number
    859593343072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass470,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    470,914 miles
    Test number
    208364142064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail470,914 miles (+426,563)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    470,914 miles
    Test number
    966524742021
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass44,351 miles (+2,282)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    44,351 miles
    Test number
    368608541034
    • NoteHandbrake lever has slight travel.
    • NotePassenger wiper blade slightly split.

  20. Pass42,069 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    42,069 miles
    Test number
    542128840066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail42,068 miles (+1,802)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,068 miles
    Test number
    181666240020
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteO/s/r/ tyre tread deterirated

  22. Pass40,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    40,266 miles
    Test number
    400187249001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,266 miles (+1,685)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,266 miles
    Test number
    632277249039
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass38,581 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    38,581 miles
    Test number
    703973638079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail38,571 miles (+2,171)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,571 miles
    Test number
    973136128055
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  26. Pass36,400 miles (+3,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    36,400 miles
    Test number
    600056317091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass32,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    32,914 miles
    Test number
    730515946073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y248 MAE

Does Y248 MAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y248 MAE is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y248 MAE?
The MOT on Y248 MAE is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y248 MAE done?
Y248 MAE was recorded at 84,641 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 2,565 miles a year.
Has Y248 MAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y248 MAE has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y248 MAE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Feb 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y248 MAE find?
Y248 MAE passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; oil leak, but not excessive.

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