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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y279 BCLMOT history

Y279 BCL is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 37 MOT tests, with 189,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

Y279 BCL red 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 11 May 2027
Mileage
189,252 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
37
21 passed · 16 failed
Per year
3,341 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 BCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y279 BCL was last recorded at 189,252 miles on 11 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,252 miles · 5 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,252 miles
  • 2025 – 187,086 miles
  • 2024 – 184,458 miles
  • 2023 – 181,810 miles
  • 2022 – 179,552 miles
  • 2021 – 177,373 miles
  • 2020 – 175,617 miles
  • 2019 – 173,714 miles
  • 2018 – 172,126 miles
  • 2017 – 170,688 miles
  • 2016 – 168,980 miles
  • 2015 – 167,684 miles
  • 2014 – 166,249 miles
  • 2013 – 164,545 miles
  • 2011 – 163,181 miles
  • 2010 – 156,349 miles
  • 2009 – 150,370 miles
  • 2008 – 143,813 miles
  • 2006 – 136,425 miles
  • 2005 – 121,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,252 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2018

Full MOT history

37 tests since 7 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,252 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    189,252 miles
    Test number
    963743198949
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  2. Fail189,252 miles (+2,166)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,252 miles
    Test number
    127819223856
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  3. Pass187,086 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    187,086 miles
    Test number
    216517919670
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight leak hub oil seal
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail187,086 miles (+2,628)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,086 miles
    Test number
    126455517886
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight leak hub oil seal
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass184,458 miles (+2,648)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    184,458 miles
    Test number
    913012613899
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass181,810 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    181,810 miles
    Test number
    979923486573
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail181,810 miles (+2,258)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,810 miles
    Test number
    427146418041
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass179,552 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    179,552 miles
    Test number
    283810908762
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail179,552 miles (+2,179)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,552 miles
    Test number
    170790723242
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass177,373 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    177,373 miles
    Test number
    136435533076
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail177,373 miles (+1,756)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,373 miles
    Test number
    398619594602
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass175,617 miles (+94)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    175,617 miles
    Test number
    297200345237
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail175,523 miles (+1,809)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,523 miles
    Test number
    994084171542
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass173,714 miles (+1,588)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    173,714 miles
    Test number
    720555715412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  15. Pass172,126 miles (+1,438)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    172,126 miles
    Test number
    153420776782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  16. Pass170,688 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    170,688 miles
    Test number
    123034303968
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Cross member (6.6.6)

  17. Fail170,688 miles (+1,708)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,688 miles
    Test number
    992045203026
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Cross member (6.6.6)

  18. Pass168,980 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    168,980 miles
    Test number
    432559097679
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Cross member (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail168,980 miles (+1,296)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,980 miles
    Test number
    305994524669
    • FailureNearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Rear (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Cross member (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail167,684 miles3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,684 miles
    Test number
    116229065448
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  21. Pass167,684 miles (+1,435)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    167,684 miles
    Test number
    569009365021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  22. Pass166,249 miles (+1,704)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    166,249 miles
    Test number
    185429974421
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  23. Pass164,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    164,545 miles
    Test number
    877404823098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail164,545 miles (+1,364)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,545 miles
    Test number
    967130913058
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  25. Pass163,181 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    163,181 miles
    Test number
    108820741313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  26. Fail163,181 miles (+1,240)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,181 miles
    Test number
    429860441406
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  27. Pass161,941 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    161,941 miles
    Test number
    647395601065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail161,941 miles (+5,592)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,941 miles
    Test number
    689545001040
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail156,349 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,349 miles
    Test number
    321587100014
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  30. Pass156,349 miles (+5,979)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    156,349 miles
    Test number
    911347300040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  31. Pass150,370 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    150,370 miles
    Test number
    460600429072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  32. Fail150,370 miles (+6,557)1 dangerous3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,370 miles
    Test number
    102203919438
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  33. Pass143,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    143,813 miles
    Test number
    611124408067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail143,813 miles (+7,388)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,813 miles
    Test number
    181994308034
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  35. Pass136,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    136,425 miles
    Test number
    401771946386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail136,425 miles (+15,406)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,425 miles
    Test number
    643619436321
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  37. Pass121,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    121,019 miles
    Test number
    660551545362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y279 BCL

Does Y279 BCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y279 BCL is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y279 BCL?
The MOT on Y279 BCL is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y279 BCL done?
Y279 BCL was recorded at 189,252 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 3,341 miles a year.
Has Y279 BCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 BCL has failed 16 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y279 BCL 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 Y279 BCL find?
Y279 BCL passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; steering column universal joint has slight wear or play.

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