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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y286 MPUMOT history

Y286 MPU is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 20 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 93,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

Y286 MPU grey 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 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
93,326 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y286 MPU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y286 MPU was last recorded at 93,326 miles on 1 Oct 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Aug 2007: 38,175 miles, lower than 325,575 miles on 11 Jul 2006.
  • 1 Oct 2026: 93,326 miles, lower than 93,518 miles on 19 Sept 2025.

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
93,518 miles · 19 Sept 2025

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,326 miles
  • 2025 – 93,518 miles
  • 2024 – 91,391 miles
  • 2023 – 88,559 miles
  • 2022 – 84,648 miles
  • 2021 – 82,937 miles
  • 2020 – 82,740 miles
  • 2019 – 82,410 miles
  • 2018 – 81,902 miles
  • 2017 – 79,983 miles
  • 2016 – 78,111 miles
  • 2015 – 70,981 miles
  • 2014 – 66,582 miles
  • 2013 – 61,942 miles
  • 2012 – 59,935 miles
  • 2011 – 57,533 miles
  • 2010 – 54,655 miles
  • 2009 – 49,578 miles
  • 2008 – 44,001 miles
  • 2007 – 38,175 miles
  • 2006 – 325,575 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,326 miles
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive N/S & O/S/F hubs (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Chassis corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,326 miles (-192)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    93,326 miles
    Test number
    392527791135
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive N/S & O/S/F hubs (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass93,518 miles (+2,127)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    93,518 miles
    Test number
    222112927279
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Radiator

  3. Pass91,391 miles (+2,832)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    91,391 miles
    Test number
    974898301416
    • MinorNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass88,559 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    88,559 miles
    Test number
    305433240446
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • 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))

  5. Fail88,559 miles (+3,911)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,559 miles
    Test number
    528994436880
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis corroded adjacent to spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Spring mounting excessively corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  6. Pass84,648 miles (+1,711)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    84,648 miles
    Test number
    700896922579
    • AdvisoryChassis/suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel housing leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel housing leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass82,937 miles (+197)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    82,937 miles
    Test number
    489210171166
    • AdvisoryChassis/suspension heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel housing leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel housing leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass82,740 miles (+330)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    82,740 miles
    Test number
    302320403416
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both nearside and offside(top bush) (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel housings leaking
    • AdvisoryFront tyre slight wear inner edges,tyre cracked
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust joint corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle chassis corroded

  9. Pass82,410 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,410 miles
    Test number
    268529983978
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel housing leaking
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn inner edges,both tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryCentre to rear exhaust joint corroded
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded

  10. Fail82,410 miles (+508)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,410 miles
    Test number
    702371473819
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded steering damper (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel housing leaking
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn inner edges,both tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryCentre to rear exhaust joint corroded
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded

  11. Pass81,902 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    81,902 miles
    Test number
    450811451713
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking

  12. Fail81,900 miles (+1,917)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,900 miles
    Test number
    553339722333
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis by spring mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking

  13. Pass79,983 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    79,983 miles
    Test number
    581313885637
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Front-Rear (2.2.C.1c)

  14. Fail79,970 miles (+1,859)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,970 miles
    Test number
    814418084237
    • FailureCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Front-Rear (2.2.C.1c)

  15. Pass78,111 miles (+6)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    78,111 miles
    Test number
    716090911255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front spot lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine/gearbox
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle

  16. Fail78,105 miles (+7,124)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,105 miles
    Test number
    834929833070
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front spot lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine/gearbox
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle

  17. Pass70,981 miles (+4,399)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    70,981 miles
    Test number
    237035030780
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass66,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    66,582 miles
    Test number
    817486344263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail66,582 miles (+4,640)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,582 miles
    Test number
    786395644288
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass61,942 miles (+2,007)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    61,942 miles
    Test number
    355231413229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,935 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    59,935 miles
    Test number
    389859402402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail59,931 miles (+2,398)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,931 miles
    Test number
    838602492114
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  23. Pass57,533 miles (+2,878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    57,533 miles
    Test number
    316753011247
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass54,655 miles (+5,077)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    54,655 miles
    Test number
    693714290148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail49,578 miles2 repaired6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,578 miles
    Test number
    361315409462
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blade's split,
    • NoteN,S,R tyre 2mm, bold on inside edge,
    • NoteRear CDL inop,

  26. Pass49,578 miles (+5,577)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    49,578 miles
    Test number
    770305809276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blade's split,
    • NoteN,S,R tyre 2mm, bold on inside edge,
    • NoteRear CDL inop,

  27. Pass44,001 miles (+5,826)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    44,001 miles
    Test number
    304120418492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass38,175 miles (-287,400)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    38,175 miles
    Test number
    224503817244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass325,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    325,575 miles
    Test number
    344432696111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y286 MPU

Does Y286 MPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y286 MPU is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y286 MPU?
The MOT on Y286 MPU is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y286 MPU done?
Y286 MPU was recorded at 93,326 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026.
Has Y286 MPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y286 MPU has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on Y286 MPU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 1 Aug 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y286 MPU find?
Y286 MPU passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: fluid leak, but not excessive n/s & o/s/f hubs; offside front wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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