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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y311 TDXMOT history

Y311 TDX is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 88,230 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

Y311 TDX green 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 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
88,230 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,965 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y311 TDX
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
28 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y311 TDX was last recorded at 88,230 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 641 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,589 miles · 1 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
641 miles
Average per year
2,965 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,230 miles
  • 2025 – 87,589 miles
  • 2024 – 85,729 miles
  • 2023 – 84,628 miles
  • 2022 – 83,102 miles
  • 2021 – 81,548 miles
  • 2020 – 79,801 miles
  • 2019 – 76,343 miles
  • 2018 – 72,049 miles
  • 2017 – 69,355 miles
  • 2016 – 66,624 miles
  • 2015 – 63,489 miles
  • 2014 – 59,929 miles
  • 2013 – 56,157 miles
  • 2012 – 52,297 miles
  • 2011 – 47,837 miles
  • 2010 – 43,604 miles
  • 2009 – 40,148 miles
  • 2008 – 36,284 miles
  • 2007 – 31,634 miles
  • 2006 – 27,916 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,230 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront both swivel hubs damp
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bushes perished lower both sides (5.3.2 (c))

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.

  • Front Coil spring corroded Both sides

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front swivel leaking

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

33 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,230 miles (+641)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    88,230 miles
    Test number
    629979715894
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both swivel hubs damp
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bushes perished lower both sides (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass87,589 miles (+78)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    87,589 miles
    Test number
    644621470495
    • AdvisoryNearside Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail87,511 miles (+1,782)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,511 miles
    Test number
    379756469495
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass85,729 miles (+64)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    85,729 miles
    Test number
    720299347300
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both shocks (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing to chassis (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail85,665 miles (+1,037)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,665 miles
    Test number
    746723974214
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Short (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Short (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both shocks (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing to chassis (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass84,628 miles (+49)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    84,628 miles
    Test number
    180114152265
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Short corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm chassis bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Short corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm chassis bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail84,579 miles (+1,477)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,579 miles
    Test number
    528900369761
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Short corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm chassis bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Short corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm chassis bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass83,102 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    83,102 miles
    Test number
    455038122282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail83,102 miles (+1,554)2 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,102 miles
    Test number
    910943133641
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass81,548 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    81,548 miles
    Test number
    171038594239
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail81,547 miles (+47)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,547 miles
    Test number
    330371510856
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail81,500 miles (+1,699)2 dangerous6 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,500 miles
    Test number
    828362515299
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Fuel filter housing (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chassis leg (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorShock absorbers insecurely attached Snapped at bottom (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Short (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Short (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass79,801 miles (+3,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    79,801 miles
    Test number
    759162875190
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle coated in waxoil

  14. Pass76,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,343 miles
    Test number
    638254355968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail76,343 miles (+4,294)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,343 miles
    Test number
    988780171153
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass72,049 miles (+2,694)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    72,049 miles
    Test number
    485251288133
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has surface corrosion

  17. Pass69,355 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    69,355 miles
    Test number
    716677400783
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to chassis and underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking

  18. Fail69,355 miles (+2,731)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,355 miles
    Test number
    728366513689
    • FailureDrag link end loose at drop arm (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to chassis and underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking

  19. Pass66,624 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    66,624 miles
    Test number
    409225859093
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  20. Fail66,623 miles (+3,134)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,623 miles
    Test number
    992907051617
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play to drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  21. Pass63,489 miles (+1)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    63,489 miles
    Test number
    729017465102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear body mount corroded

  22. Fail63,488 miles (+3,559)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,488 miles
    Test number
    257596865100
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear body mount corroded

  23. Pass59,929 miles (+2)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    59,929 miles
    Test number
    275390974433
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear body fixing beam corroded
    • NoteChassis and floor has light corrosion

  24. Fail59,927 miles (+3,770)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,927 miles
    Test number
    109009264179
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear body fixing beam corroded
    • NoteChassis and floor has light corrosion

  25. Pass56,157 miles (+3,860)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    56,157 miles
    Test number
    475192563161
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteBoth front swivel joints wet with oil
    • NoteChassis and underbody starting to corrode
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  26. Pass52,297 miles (+4,460)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    52,297 miles
    Test number
    275734662428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass47,837 miles (+4,233)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    47,837 miles
    Test number
    819387761189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass43,604 miles (+3,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    43,604 miles
    Test number
    233085060100
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass40,148 miles (+3,864)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    40,148 miles
    Test number
    894578269183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail36,284 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,284 miles
    Test number
    382510278176
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass36,284 miles (+4,650)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    36,284 miles
    Test number
    542490478153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass31,634 miles (+3,718)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    31,634 miles
    Test number
    260849667462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass27,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    27,916 miles
    Test number
    234737666163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y311 TDX

Does Y311 TDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y311 TDX is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y311 TDX?
The MOT on Y311 TDX is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y311 TDX done?
Y311 TDX was recorded at 88,230 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 2,965 miles a year.
Has Y311 TDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y311 TDX has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on Y311 TDX 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 Y311 TDX find?
Y311 TDX passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: coil spring corroded all 4; front both swivel hubs damp; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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