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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y298 HHPMOT history

Y298 HHP is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 81,600 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

Y298 HHP white 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 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
81,600 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,143 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y298 HHP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y298 HHP was last recorded at 81,600 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,498 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
102 miles
Average per year
3,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,600 miles
  • 2024 – 81,190 miles
  • 2023 – 80,087 miles
  • 2022 – 80,087 miles
  • 2021 – 78,732 miles
  • 2020 – 78,414 miles
  • 2019 – 78,349 miles
  • 2018 – 78,078 miles
  • 2017 – 76,883 miles
  • 2016 – 76,465 miles
  • 2015 – 75,885 miles
  • 2014 – 74,977 miles
  • 2013 – 73,519 miles
  • 2012 – 71,902 miles
  • 2007 – 42,280 miles
  • 2006 – 19,812 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,600 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • DangerousSound proofing hanging down over clutch & brake peddles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive hubs weeping oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear brake pad securing shims / springs badly corroded
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Washers require attention

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass81,600 miles1 dangerous2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    81,600 miles
    Test number
    694530604065
    • DangerousSound proofing hanging down over clutch & brake peddles
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive hubs weeping oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pad securing shims / springs badly corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail81,600 miles (+102)1 dangerous1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,600 miles
    Test number
    407594629031
    • DangerousSound proofing hanging down over clutch & brake peddles
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive hubs weeping oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pad securing shims / springs badly corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass81,498 miles (+308)4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    81,498 miles
    Test number
    112363395603
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm balljoint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both axel to body hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive both front axel swivel seals leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass81,190 miles (+1,103)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    81,190 miles
    Test number
    758418041561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,087 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    80,087 miles
    Test number
    244199584327
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember in poor condition (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail80,087 miles (+1,355)1 dangerous9 major4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,087 miles
    Test number
    979690525565
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (chassis end) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Axle insecure panhard bush (5.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (chassis end) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorPassenger's seat with a defective structure (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering locking device missing Drop arm joint (2.1.3 (d))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated A.B.S wire fouling on wheel, on full lock (4.11 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check corrosion on rear cross member, as covered with checker plate

  7. Pass78,732 miles (+318)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    78,732 miles
    Test number
    715803634319
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass78,414 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    78,414 miles
    Test number
    860687812471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,349 miles (+271)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    78,349 miles
    Test number
    263124612841
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front panard bush worn
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass78,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    78,078 miles
    Test number
    465369305698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail78,078 miles (+1,195)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,078 miles
    Test number
    336662248077
    • MajorFront passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))

  12. Pass76,883 miles (+418)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,883 miles
    Test number
    989546553598
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  13. Pass76,465 miles (+580)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    76,465 miles
    Test number
    122564595883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,885 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    75,885 miles
    Test number
    135381034376
    • AdvisoryWashers require attention

  15. Fail75,885 miles (+908)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,885 miles
    Test number
    221409473253
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryWashers require attention

  16. Pass74,977 miles (+1,458)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    74,977 miles
    Test number
    957216404262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,519 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    73,519 miles
    Test number
    547452263130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail73,515 miles (+1,613)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,515 miles
    Test number
    188215553130
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass71,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    71,902 miles
    Test number
    828018162286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail71,902 miles (+29,622)12 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,902 miles
    Test number
    335846862432
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside 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 dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteGeneral body damage
    • NoteTowbar elecrics socket corroded

  21. Pass42,280 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    42,280 miles
    Test number
    563376307183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear side facing seats insecure and incomplete

  22. Fail42,280 miles (+22,468)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,280 miles
    Test number
    891446507196
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear side facing seats insecure and incomplete

  23. Pass19,812 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    19,812 miles
    Test number
    552237616168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail19,790 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,790 miles
    Test number
    162874116130
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront number plate advise

Questions about Y298 HHP

Does Y298 HHP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y298 HHP is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y298 HHP?
The MOT on Y298 HHP is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y298 HHP done?
Y298 HHP was recorded at 81,600 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 3,143 miles a year.
Has Y298 HHP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y298 HHP has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y298 HHP ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y298 HHP find?
Y298 HHP passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: sound proofing hanging down over clutch & brake peddles; battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside rear brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported, and 8 more.

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