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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

Y3 UAFMOT history

Y3 UAF is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 163,974 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2024.

Y3 UAF white Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2025
Mileage
163,974 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,117 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 UAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 UAF was last recorded at 163,974 miles on 24 Jan 2024, 8,834 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,140 miles · 19 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
8,834 miles
Average per year
6,117 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 163,974 miles
  • 2023 – 155,140 miles
  • 2022 – 150,765 miles
  • 2020 – 142,283 miles
  • 2019 – 130,907 miles
  • 2018 – 122,198 miles
  • 2017 – 115,743 miles
  • 2016 – 110,416 miles
  • 2015 – 107,235 miles
  • 2014 – 102,246 miles
  • 2013 – 98,563 miles
  • 2012 – 98,489 miles
  • 2011 – 92,562 miles
  • 2010 – 87,010 miles
  • 2009 – 80,715 miles
  • 2008 – 71,830 miles
  • 2007 – 63,772 miles
  • 2006 – 54,860 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,974 miles
  • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play up and down play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security but mount on top of cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryFull chassis wax oiled

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 Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive shock absorber upper mount (trumpet(

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber top mounting (trumpet)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass163,974 miles (+8,834)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    163,974 miles
    Test number
    775251491212
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play up and down play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security but mount on top of cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull chassis wax oiled

  2. Pass155,140 miles (+4,375)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    155,140 miles
    Test number
    590454420515
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin Replacement advised (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass150,765 miles (+164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    150,765 miles
    Test number
    190565663261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive shock absorber upper mount (trumpet( (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber top mounting (trumpet) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail150,601 miles (+8,318)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,601 miles
    Test number
    349198656014
    • MajorCentral Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting end of crossmember close to body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting in front of rear axle (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • 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 Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting in front of rear axle (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive shock absorber upper mount (trumpet( (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber top mounting (trumpet) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass142,283 miles (+11,376)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    142,283 miles
    Test number
    229379022329
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass130,907 miles (+8,709)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    130,907 miles
    Test number
    406084459176
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  7. Pass122,198 miles (+6,455)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    122,198 miles
    Test number
    563838099410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass115,743 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    115,743 miles
    Test number
    373273610332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail115,733 miles (+5,317)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,733 miles
    Test number
    393243278421
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play balljoint on steering box drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  10. Pass110,416 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    110,416 miles
    Test number
    994124132854
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail110,416 miles (+3,181)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,416 miles
    Test number
    711028392357
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass107,235 miles (+4,989)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    107,235 miles
    Test number
    389669095018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,246 miles (+3,683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    102,246 miles
    Test number
    415021884081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  14. Pass98,563 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    98,563 miles
    Test number
    189682183413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass98,489 miles (+5,927)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    98,489 miles
    Test number
    949604882060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  16. Fail92,562 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,562 miles
    Test number
    296109981098
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass92,562 miles (+5,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    92,562 miles
    Test number
    736039781019
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass87,010 miles (+6,295)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    87,010 miles
    Test number
    873686580027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass80,715 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    80,715 miles
    Test number
    294680189014
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  20. Fail80,715 miles (+8,885)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,715 miles
    Test number
    784740589022
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  21. Pass71,830 miles (+8,058)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    71,830 miles
    Test number
    673106588093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass63,772 miles (+8,912)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    63,772 miles
    Test number
    674485887098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    54,860 miles
    Test number
    453553186022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y3 UAF

Does Y3 UAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y3 UAF expired on 30 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y3 UAF?
The MOT on Y3 UAF expired on 30 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y3 UAF done?
Y3 UAF was recorded at 163,974 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2024, an average of 6,117 miles a year.
Has Y3 UAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 UAF has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on Y3 UAF 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 Y3 UAF find?
Y3 UAF passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2024 with 3 advisories: drag link end ball joint has slight play up and down play; rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security but mount on top of cross member; full chassis wax oiled.

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