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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y296 WVLMOT history

Y296 WVL is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 213,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

Y296 WVL 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 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
213,982 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,532 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y296 WVL
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
17 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y296 WVL was last recorded at 213,982 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 800 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Aug 2007: 12,632 miles, lower than 122,295 miles on 11 Jul 2007.

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
213,182 miles · 12 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
800 miles
Average per year
5,532 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 213,982 miles
  • 2024 – 213,182 miles
  • 2023 – 212,105 miles
  • 2022 – 210,971 miles
  • 2021 – 209,207 miles
  • 2020 – 207,190 miles
  • 2019 – 206,143 miles
  • 2018 – 203,880 miles
  • 2017 – 199,010 miles
  • 2016 – 193,351 miles
  • 2015 – 193,202 miles
  • 2014 – 187,740 miles
  • 2013 – 180,690 miles
  • 2012 – 168,926 miles
  • 2011 – 160,189 miles
  • 2010 – 150,522 miles
  • 2008 – 134,520 miles
  • 2007 – 12,632 miles
  • 2006 – 107,249 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,982 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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 Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,982 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    213,982 miles
    Test number
    389330189794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail213,982 miles (+800)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,982 miles
    Test number
    784729320167
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass213,182 miles (+1,077)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    213,182 miles
    Test number
    811562126309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass212,105 miles (+1,134)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    212,105 miles
    Test number
    230625484666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass210,971 miles (+60)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    210,971 miles
    Test number
    156520706600
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail210,911 miles (+1,704)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,911 miles
    Test number
    837338486808
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass209,207 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    209,207 miles
    Test number
    444788175837
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail209,206 miles (+2,016)1 dangerous9 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,206 miles
    Test number
    338775703591
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges Positive battery cable grommet missing. (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake modification unsafe Caliper metal brake pipe fouling lower spring mounting on RH lock. (1.1.21 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged On brake caliper. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass207,190 miles (+21)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    207,190 miles
    Test number
    267092540944
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail207,169 miles (+1,026)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,169 miles
    Test number
    614640811793
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass206,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    206,143 miles
    Test number
    544921610550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail206,142 miles (+2,262)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,142 miles
    Test number
    412562934859
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected wiring running across steering arm (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached top bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass203,880 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    203,880 miles
    Test number
    147492985465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail203,755 miles (+4,745)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,755 miles
    Test number
    452976278633
    • DangerousVehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering rear x member (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft damaged but serviceable (6.1.7 (e))

  15. Pass199,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    199,010 miles
    Test number
    352002227807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail199,010 miles (+5,659)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,010 miles
    Test number
    893268981778
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass193,351 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    193,351 miles
    Test number
    370804082594
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspention swivel has slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail193,349 miles (+147)14 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,349 miles
    Test number
    140466009075
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspention swivel has slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass193,202 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    193,202 miles
    Test number
    643016488204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail193,197 miles (+5,457)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,197 miles
    Test number
    917206174465
    • FailureCentre Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureCentre Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.6.6)

  21. Pass187,740 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    187,740 miles
    Test number
    235833404309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail187,609 miles (+6,919)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,609 miles
    Test number
    465694894289
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass180,690 miles4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    180,690 miles
    Test number
    336677013329
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteN/s door mirror cracked
    • NoteSlight leak from n/s/r axle seal
    • NoteSlight leak from o/s/f hub seal
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper

  24. Fail180,690 miles (+11,764)1 failure4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,690 miles
    Test number
    348632213305
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteN/s door mirror cracked
    • NoteSlight leak from n/s/r axle seal
    • NoteSlight leak from o/s/f hub seal
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper

  25. Pass168,926 miles (+8,737)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    168,926 miles
    Test number
    905433902362
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass160,189 miles (+9,667)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    160,189 miles
    Test number
    428456401343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass150,522 miles (+16,002)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    150,522 miles
    Test number
    472248780273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass134,520 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    134,520 miles
    Test number
    354274258365
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  29. Fail134,519 miles (+121,887)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,519 miles
    Test number
    532023458352
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteWipers need help

  30. Pass12,632 miles (-109,663)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    12,632 miles
    Test number
    763030027219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail122,295 miles (+15,046)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,295 miles
    Test number
    290822397453
    • FailureNearside Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureRadius arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRadius arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureTrailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRadius arm attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

  32. Pass107,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    107,249 miles
    Test number
    370001806416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y296 WVL

Does Y296 WVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y296 WVL is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y296 WVL?
The MOT on Y296 WVL is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y296 WVL done?
Y296 WVL was recorded at 213,982 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 5,532 miles a year.
Has Y296 WVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y296 WVL has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y296 WVL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Aug 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y296 WVL find?
Y296 WVL passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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