
Land Rover Defender
Yellow · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc
Y272 SRVMOT history
Y272 SRV is a yellow diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 204,951 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2023.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 18 Aug 2024
- Mileage
- 204,951 mi
- At MOT on 8 Aug 2023
- MOT tests
- 24
- 17 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 5,432 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y272 SRV
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Defender
- Colour
- Yellow
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,495 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 1 Mar 2001
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 18 Aug 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 8 Aug 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y272 SRV was last recorded at 204,951 miles on 8 Aug 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 204,951 miles · 4 Aug 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 5,432 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 204,951 miles
- 2022 – 201,987 miles
- 2021 – 201,979 miles
- 2019 – 199,217 miles
- 2018 – 195,574 miles
- 2017 – 192,675 miles
- 2016 – 190,573 miles
- 2015 – 189,609 miles
- 2014 – 187,060 miles
- 2013 – 182,298 miles
- 2012 – 168,204 miles
- 2011 – 150,696 miles
- 2010 – 145,899 miles
- 2008 – 140,803 miles
- 2007 – 137,527 miles
- 2006 – 122,655 miles
- 2005 – 108,354 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorBrake hose slightly chafed Both front hoses making intermittent contact with suspension arms (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damagedRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near upper spring seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bulkhead above outrigger. Also visible under the bonnnet (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill behind door (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and transmission components (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
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.
Prop shaft bearing has slight play Rear prop, front UJ
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019
Offside Rear fog lamp not working
Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023
Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed
Minor2 MOTs, 2022
Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bulkhead above outrigger
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Swivel housing seal leaking grease but not visibly dripping
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Full MOT history
24 tests since 26 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass204,951 miles2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 204,951 miles
- Test number
- 426963939342
- MinorBrake hose slightly chafed Both front hoses making intermittent contact with suspension arms (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near upper spring seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bulkhead above outrigger. Also visible under the bonnnet (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill behind door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and transmission components (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail204,951 miles (+2,964)7 major2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 204,951 miles
- Test number
- 915130834534
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Stop lamp (4.2.3 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorBrake hose slightly chafed Both front hoses making intermittent contact with suspension arms (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near upper spring seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bulkhead above outrigger. Also visible under the bonnnet (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill behind door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and transmission components (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass201,987 miles2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Aug 2023
- Odometer
- 201,987 miles
- Test number
- 871248861218
- MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis by upper spring seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bulkhead above outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill behind door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play Rear prop, front UJ (6.1.7 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Chassis under-sealed throughout (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail201,987 miles (+8)2 dangerous7 major2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 201,987 miles
- Test number
- 651964976340
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced bulkhead above outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by a frame arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis by bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced bulk head by wiper and beneath the bonnet to the left of the brake servo (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill behind door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis by the upper spring seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead above outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop front u.j (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal chassis under sealed through out (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass201,979 miles (+5)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 201,979 miles
- Test number
- 524489589367
- AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Swivel housing seal leaking grease but not visibly dripping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis underside bowing due to internal corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission and rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play Rear prop, front UJ (6.1.7 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear half of chassis has various sections of surface corrosion including A-frame suspension arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail201,974 miles (+2,757)9 major1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 201,974 miles
- Test number
- 222263885255
- MajorHeadlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements Multiple tones (7.7 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Section above outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Swivel housing seal leaking grease but not visibly dripping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis underside bowing due to internal corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission and rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play Rear prop, front UJ (6.1.7 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear half of chassis has various sections of surface corrosion including A-frame suspension arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass199,217 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 199,217 miles
- Test number
- 193251860063
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail199,217 miles (+3,643)3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 199,217 miles
- Test number
- 652116461064
- MajorExhaust system insecure centre mount missing needs welding (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre chassis x2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen jet missing (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass195,574 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 195,574 miles
- Test number
- 793883471666
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail195,574 miles (+2,899)5 major1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 195,574 miles
- Test number
- 410461235123
- MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached broken (5.3.2 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass192,675 miles (+2,102)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 192,675 miles
- Test number
- 474982143406
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass190,573 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 190,573 miles
- Test number
- 104466522796
- AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryEngine oil leak
- AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
- AdvisoryO/s & n/s front & rear doors corroded
- AdvisoryO/s/f brake pipe to calliper slightly corroded
- AdvisoryUnable to assess rear seat belts
Fail190,573 miles (+964)2 failures6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 190,573 miles
- Test number
- 186223326751
- FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings under wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
- FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryEngine oil leak
- AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
- AdvisoryO/s & n/s front & rear doors corroded
- AdvisoryO/s/f brake pipe to calliper slightly corroded
- AdvisoryUnable to assess rear seat belts
Pass189,609 miles (+2,549)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 189,609 miles
- Test number
- 656630295149
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass187,060 miles (+4,762)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 187,060 miles
- Test number
- 687500904267
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteGeneral corrosion rear lower body.
Pass182,298 miles (+14,094)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 182,298 miles
- Test number
- 336307193182
- AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
- NoteOil leak
Pass168,204 miles (+17,508)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2013
- Odometer
- 168,204 miles
- Test number
- 455799642177
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteO/s/ front suspension bump stop missing
Pass150,696 miles (+4,797)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 150,696 miles
- Test number
- 107120721074
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass145,899 miles (+2)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 8 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 145,899 miles
- Test number
- 950910040006
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail145,897 miles (+5,094)9 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 145,897 miles
- Test number
- 753203530082
- FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass140,803 miles (+3,276)5 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Oct 2009
- Odometer
- 140,803 miles
- Test number
- 761923408352
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- NoteNearside wiper blade split
Pass137,527 miles (+14,872)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 137,527 miles
- Test number
- 901064907336
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass122,655 miles (+14,301)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2007
- Odometer
- 122,655 miles
- Test number
- 854290206378
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass108,354 miles
- MOT expiry
- 25 Oct 2006
- Odometer
- 108,354 miles
- Test number
- 570529195225
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about Y272 SRV
- Does Y272 SRV currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on Y272 SRV expired on 18 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on Y272 SRV?
- The MOT on Y272 SRV expired on 18 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has Y272 SRV done?
- Y272 SRV was recorded at 204,951 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2023, an average of 5,432 miles a year.
- Has Y272 SRV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y272 SRV has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2023.
- Has the mileage on Y272 SRV 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 Y272 SRV find?
- Y272 SRV passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2023 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: brake hose slightly chafed both front hoses making intermittent contact with suspension arms; steering box leaking oil; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 6 more.
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