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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y283 MAEMOT history

Y283 MAE is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 130,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

Y283 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 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
130,001 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,633 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y283 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
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y283 MAE was last recorded at 130,001 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 80 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Dec 2010: 64,454 miles, lower than 109,742 miles on 16 Oct 2009.

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
129,921 miles · 30 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
80 miles
Average per year
3,633 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,001 miles
  • 2025 – 129,921 miles
  • 2023 – 122,699 miles
  • 2022 – 117,392 miles
  • 2021 – 108,711 miles
  • 2018 – 103,733 miles
  • 2017 – 102,373 miles
  • 2016 – 99,627 miles
  • 2014 – 90,619 miles
  • 2013 – 84,085 miles
  • 2012 – 76,684 miles
  • 2010 – 64,454 miles
  • 2009 – 109,742 miles
  • 2008 – 94,101 miles
  • 2007 – 78,156 miles
  • 2006 – 59,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,001 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Spring incorrectly fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,001 miles (+80)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    130,001 miles
    Test number
    451262260499
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail129,921 miles (+7,199)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,921 miles
    Test number
    108784865869
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt 'A' frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass122,722 miles (+10)3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    122,722 miles
    Test number
    840725770604
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Spring incorrectly fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail122,712 miles (+13)14 major4 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,712 miles
    Test number
    902699443084
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values 1.61 (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorIndicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater does not face the side (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater does not face the side (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Spring incorrectly fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail122,699 miles (+5,307)1 dangerous11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,699 miles
    Test number
    838157828938
    • DangerousOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear 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 chassis several places (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail in several places (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming in chassis rails, suspension componants
    • AdvisoryRear door step corroded
    • AdvisorySmall stone chip in windscreen

  6. Pass117,392 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    117,392 miles
    Test number
    436019194308
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail117,392 miles (+8,681)11 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,392 miles
    Test number
    620833894913
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass108,711 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    108,711 miles
    Test number
    514054122149
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    485754157493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass103,733 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    103,733 miles
    Test number
    102242845509
    • AdvisoryFRONT TRACTOR JOINTS NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE SLIGHT OIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryOil leak ENGINE

  11. Fail103,733 miles (+1,360)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,733 miles
    Test number
    733421626949
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFRONT TRACTOR JOINTS NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE SLIGHT OIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryOil leak ENGINE

  12. Pass102,373 miles (+2,746)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    102,373 miles
    Test number
    770103770787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass99,627 miles (+9,008)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    99,627 miles
    Test number
    188531503860
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Pass90,619 miles (+6,534)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    90,619 miles
    Test number
    996607044166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Pass84,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    84,085 miles
    Test number
    957962073109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail84,085 miles (+7,401)1 failure3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,085 miles
    Test number
    559721573172
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass76,684 miles (+12,230)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    76,684 miles
    Test number
    439767972129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,454 miles (-45,288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    64,454 miles
    Test number
    410201440475
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Pass109,742 miles (+15,641)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    109,742 miles
    Test number
    780069089210
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass94,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    94,101 miles
    Test number
    652570698264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail94,101 miles (+15,945)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,101 miles
    Test number
    721650398258
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass78,156 miles (+18,811)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    78,156 miles
    Test number
    651427667271
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass59,345 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    59,345 miles
    Test number
    323949706274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Fail59,345 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,345 miles
    Test number
    452059106264
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about Y283 MAE

Does Y283 MAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y283 MAE is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y283 MAE?
The MOT on Y283 MAE is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y283 MAE done?
Y283 MAE was recorded at 130,001 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 3,633 miles a year.
Has Y283 MAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y283 MAE has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y283 MAE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Dec 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y283 MAE find?
Y283 MAE passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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