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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y298 GTWMOT history

Y298 GTW is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 66,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2023.

Y298 GTW green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Aug 2024
Mileage
66,609 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2023
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,588 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y298 GTW
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 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y298 GTW was last recorded at 66,609 miles on 17 Aug 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Jun 2011: 26,441 miles, lower than 55,675 miles on 17 Jun 2010.

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
66,609 miles · 16 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,588 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 66,609 miles
  • 2022 – 64,152 miles
  • 2021 – 61,755 miles
  • 2020 – 58,185 miles
  • 2019 – 57,339 miles
  • 2018 – 50,905 miles
  • 2017 – 49,297 miles
  • 2016 – 45,307 miles
  • 2015 – 40,515 miles
  • 2014 – 38,380 miles
  • 2013 – 34,107 miles
  • 2012 – 31,117 miles
  • 2011 – 26,441 miles
  • 2010 – 55,675 miles
  • 2009 – 45,206 miles
  • 2008 – 34,918 miles
  • 2007 – 28,347 miles
  • 2006 – 22,401 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,609 miles
  • AdvisoryChassis freshly undersealedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

31 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,609 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    66,609 miles
    Test number
    823766355647
    • AdvisoryChassis freshly undersealed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail66,609 miles (+2,457)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,609 miles
    Test number
    103367528313
    • MajorFront Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm from steering box O/S (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryChassis freshly undersealed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass64,152 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    64,152 miles
    Test number
    369022209702
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Fail64,150 miles (+2,395)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,150 miles
    Test number
    508608115646
    • DangerousFront Steering box drop arm likely to become detached (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass61,755 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    61,755 miles
    Test number
    334446146591
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side heavily under sealed

  6. Fail61,753 miles (+3,568)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,753 miles
    Test number
    190009595907
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side heavily under sealed

  7. Pass58,185 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    58,185 miles
    Test number
    510797823233
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  8. Fail58,185 miles (+846)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,185 miles
    Test number
    663272359614
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  9. Pass57,339 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    57,339 miles
    Test number
    849214140768
    • MinorNearside Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sticker (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt tensioner noisy and likely to fail

  10. Fail57,339 miles (+6,434)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,339 miles
    Test number
    456738119370
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MinorNearside Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sticker (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt tensioner noisy and likely to fail

  11. Pass50,905 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    50,905 miles
    Test number
    440263874165
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  12. Fail50,901 miles (+1,604)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,901 miles
    Test number
    772194717003
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front tyres perished between tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished between tread

  13. Pass49,297 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    49,297 miles
    Test number
    990329286127
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  14. Fail49,297 miles (+3,990)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,297 miles
    Test number
    818088980110
    • FailureFront Steering component deformed and unserviceable steering damper has excessive play in lower bush (2.2.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  15. Pass45,307 miles (+36)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    45,307 miles
    Test number
    117112671353
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  16. Fail45,271 miles (+4,756)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,271 miles
    Test number
    659631730547
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  17. Pass40,515 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    40,515 miles
    Test number
    659383855178
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail40,515 miles (+2,135)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,515 miles
    Test number
    165523755100
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass38,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    38,380 miles
    Test number
    228080864136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail38,380 miles (+4,273)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,380 miles
    Test number
    288676354461
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod 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)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  21. Pass34,107 miles (+2,990)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    34,107 miles
    Test number
    406254413108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,117 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,117 miles
    Test number
    245613062481
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s front tyre perished

  23. Pass31,117 miles (+4,676)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    31,117 miles
    Test number
    677593562194
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s front tyre perished

  24. Pass26,441 miles (-29,234)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,441 miles
    Test number
    478836861155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,675 miles (+10,469)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    55,675 miles
    Test number
    812888760116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    45,206 miles
    Test number
    202103979177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail45,206 miles (+10,288)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,206 miles
    Test number
    652223879134
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  28. Pass34,918 miles (+6,571)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    34,918 miles
    Test number
    281806378153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail28,347 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,347 miles
    Test number
    293987797425
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  30. Pass28,347 miles (+5,946)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    28,347 miles
    Test number
    311817497142
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  31. Pass22,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    22,401 miles
    Test number
    413458796117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y298 GTW

Does Y298 GTW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y298 GTW expired on 16 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y298 GTW?
The MOT on Y298 GTW expired on 16 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y298 GTW done?
Y298 GTW was recorded at 66,609 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2023, an average of 2,588 miles a year.
Has Y298 GTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y298 GTW has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on Y298 GTW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Jun 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y298 GTW find?
Y298 GTW passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2023 with 3 advisories: chassis freshly undersealed; offside front seat belt slightly damaged; oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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