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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y38 LDMMOT history

Y38 LDM is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 145,074 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2025.

Y38 LDM red 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 24 Sept 2025
Mileage
145,074 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,101 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y38 LDM
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
15 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y38 LDM was last recorded at 145,074 miles on 1 Oct 2025, 7,474 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Aug 2008: 72,220 miles, lower than 120,280 miles on 30 Jul 2008.

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
137,600 miles · 25 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
7,474 miles
Average per year
5,101 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,074 miles
  • 2024 – 137,600 miles
  • 2023 – 130,539 miles
  • 2022 – 125,923 miles
  • 2020 – 118,651 miles
  • 2019 – 117,986 miles
  • 2018 – 116,011 miles
  • 2017 – 114,081 miles
  • 2016 – 111,191 miles
  • 2014 – 107,022 miles
  • 2013 – 102,593 miles
  • 2012 – 97,169 miles
  • 2011 – 91,536 miles
  • 2010 – 85,881 miles
  • 2009 – 79,521 miles
  • 2008 – 72,220 miles
  • 2007 – 61,892 miles
  • 2006 – 51,163 miles
  • 2005 – 41,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail145,074 miles
  • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorCentral Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded brake pedal mounting area (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded steering box area (2.1.2 (e) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near fuel filter (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder and servo corroded

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, 4.3mm @centre of tread. 235/85R16.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 17 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail145,074 miles (+7,474)2 dangerous19 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,074 miles
    Test number
    843316893577
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded brake pedal mounting area (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded steering box area (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near fuel filter (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder and servo corroded

  2. Pass137,600 miles (+7,061)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    137,600 miles
    Test number
    429075766734
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,539 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    130,539 miles
    Test number
    932109551801
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, 4.3mm @centre of tread. 235/85R16. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, 5mm @centre of tread. 235/85R16. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Fail130,538 miles (+4,615)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,538 miles
    Test number
    744438643263
    • MajorProp shaft joint excessively worn Rear prop-shaft rear U.J. (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, 4.3mm @centre of tread. 235/85R16. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, 5mm @centre of tread. 235/85R16. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass125,923 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    125,923 miles
    Test number
    845264996915
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, 4.7mm @centre of tread. 235/85R16. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, 6.4mm @centre of tread. 235/85R16. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail125,923 miles (+7,272)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,923 miles
    Test number
    536942475513
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outrigger. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, 4.7mm @centre of tread. 235/85R16. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, 6.4mm @centre of tread. 235/85R16. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass118,651 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    118,651 miles
    Test number
    118862250502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail118,638 miles (+652)13 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,638 miles
    Test number
    858241098296
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn middle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired chassis leg has incomplete weld (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced a frame prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced prescribed area. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt a frame arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass117,986 miles (+1,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    117,986 miles
    Test number
    932233672054
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass116,011 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    116,011 miles
    Test number
    530614753347
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight play in ball joint top rear axle

  11. Fail116,011 miles (+1,930)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,011 miles
    Test number
    706926012012
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight play in ball joint top rear axle

  12. Pass114,081 miles (+129)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    114,081 miles
    Test number
    616800959655
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat missing

  13. Fail113,952 miles (+2,761)10 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,952 miles
    Test number
    194098628689
    • FailureCentral Rear Stop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings mounting cross member corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger behind wheel corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock absorber mounting turret corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (hockey stick) front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings mounting cross member corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulk head corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear seat missing

  14. Pass111,191 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    111,191 miles
    Test number
    299442729673
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting turret corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat has been removed

  15. Fail111,179 miles (+4,157)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,179 miles
    Test number
    549757604081
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear cross member and chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering pivot point has excessive play steering damper excessive play in bush (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shockabsorber mounting turret corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Pass107,022 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    107,022 miles
    Test number
    325860044235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Fail107,019 miles (+4,426)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,019 miles
    Test number
    445479334230
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass102,593 miles (+5,424)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    102,593 miles
    Test number
    985023013227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass97,169 miles (+43)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    97,169 miles
    Test number
    327598222420
    • 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)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  20. Fail97,126 miles (+5,590)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,126 miles
    Test number
    387621122200
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  21. Pass91,536 miles (+5,655)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    91,536 miles
    Test number
    147597831276
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass85,881 miles (+100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    85,881 miles
    Test number
    284437110284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  23. Fail85,781 miles (+6,260)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,781 miles
    Test number
    343737400287
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass79,521 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    79,521 miles
    Test number
    341389029498
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  25. Fail79,511 miles (+7,291)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,511 miles
    Test number
    670846029264
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Pass72,220 miles (-48,060)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    72,220 miles
    Test number
    281002528233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass120,280 miles (+58,388)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    120,280 miles
    Test number
    843072318255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass61,892 miles (+10,729)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    61,892 miles
    Test number
    520519457147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass51,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    51,163 miles
    Test number
    690406736146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail51,163 miles (+10,022)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,163 miles
    Test number
    612916136140
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  31. Pass41,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2006
    Odometer
    41,141 miles
    Test number
    761217035190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail41,141 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,141 miles
    Test number
    884137035124
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about Y38 LDM

Does Y38 LDM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y38 LDM expired on 24 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y38 LDM?
The MOT on Y38 LDM expired on 24 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y38 LDM done?
Y38 LDM was recorded at 145,074 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2025, an average of 5,101 miles a year.
Has Y38 LDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y38 LDM has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y38 LDM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Aug 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y38 LDM find?
Y38 LDM failed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 19 major defects and 12 advisories: front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; central rear passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position., and 30 more.

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