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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y294 LDEMOT history

Y294 LDE is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 131,084 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

Y294 LDE 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 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
131,084 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,313 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y294 LDE
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
24 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y294 LDE was last recorded at 131,084 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 8,628 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jan 2014: 104,755 miles, lower than 113,027 miles on 11 Jan 2013.

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
122,456 miles · 29 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
8,628 miles
Average per year
5,313 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 131,084 miles
  • 2021 – 122,456 miles
  • 2019 – 121,071 miles
  • 2016 – 119,872 miles
  • 2015 – 112,828 miles
  • 2014 – 104,755 miles
  • 2013 – 113,027 miles
  • 2012 – 78,309 miles
  • 2011 – 66,755 miles
  • 2010 – 56,627 miles
  • 2009 – 48,034 miles
  • 2008 – 40,945 miles
  • 2007 – 33,113 miles
  • 2006 – 25,578 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,084 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,084 miles (+8,628)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    131,084 miles
    Test number
    244023715929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass122,456 miles (+1,385)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    122,456 miles
    Test number
    733323103911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass121,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    121,071 miles
    Test number
    950359955107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail121,071 miles (+1,199)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,071 miles
    Test number
    387569559421
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass119,872 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    119,872 miles
    Test number
    470917893743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail119,782 miles (+6,954)6 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,782 miles
    Test number
    731727409002
    • DangerousBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • DangerousOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass112,828 miles (+10)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    112,828 miles
    Test number
    297193635014
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteN/s/f bump stop missing
    • NoteSlight corosion to n/s/f chasis bracket
    • NoteSlight play in both rear lower shocker bushes
    • NoteSlight play in lower hinge on n/s/f door

  8. Fail112,818 miles (+8,063)4 dangerous10 failures7 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,818 miles
    Test number
    325907325062
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureFront Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteCheck strap on o/s/f door broken
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing
    • NoteN/s/f bump stop missing
    • NoteO/s/f wiperblade slightly torn
    • NoteRear exhaust tailpipe corroded and blowing slightly
    • NoteSlight play in lower hinge on n/s/f door
    • NoteSlight play in rear uj joint on front prop shaft

  9. Pass104,755 miles (-8,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    104,755 miles
    Test number
    696768024039
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass113,027 miles (+34,718)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    113,027 miles
    Test number
    947561813082
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  11. Pass78,309 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    78,309 miles
    Test number
    668849512005
    • NoteDrivers door check strap broken
    • NoteOffside side step loose
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front tractor joint
    • NoteSlight play in offside front tractor joint

  12. Fail78,309 miles (+11,554)7 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,309 miles
    Test number
    295328512085
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteDrivers door check strap broken
    • NoteFuel cap broken
    • NoteOffside side step loose
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front tractor joint
    • NoteSlight play in offside front tractor joint

  13. Pass66,755 miles (+10,128)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    66,755 miles
    Test number
    357753011020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,627 miles (+8,593)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    56,627 miles
    Test number
    944496320052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,034 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    48,034 miles
    Test number
    444708829086
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail48,034 miles (+7,089)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,034 miles
    Test number
    883906329037
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass40,945 miles (+7,832)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    40,945 miles
    Test number
    310790938026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,113 miles (+7,535)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    33,113 miles
    Test number
    191767217430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    25,578 miles
    Test number
    591028916009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y294 LDE

Does Y294 LDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y294 LDE is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y294 LDE?
The MOT on Y294 LDE is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y294 LDE done?
Y294 LDE was recorded at 131,084 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 5,313 miles a year.
Has Y294 LDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y294 LDE has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on Y294 LDE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Jan 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y294 LDE find?
Y294 LDE passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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