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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y47 MFJMOT history

Y47 MFJ is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 6 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 124,736 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

Y47 MFJ 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 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
124,736 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y47 MFJ
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
6 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y47 MFJ was last recorded at 124,736 miles on 27 May 2026, 3,442 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,294 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,442 miles
Average per year
4,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,736 miles
  • 2025 – 121,294 miles
  • 2024 – 117,945 miles
  • 2023 – 114,077 miles
  • 2022 – 110,875 miles
  • 2021 – 107,018 miles
  • 2020 – 103,234 miles
  • 2019 – 99,016 miles
  • 2018 – 94,582 miles
  • 2017 – 90,189 miles
  • 2016 – 84,610 miles
  • 2015 – 79,812 miles
  • 2014 – 74,255 miles
  • 2013 – 68,284 miles
  • 2012 – 62,696 miles
  • 2011 – 57,292 miles
  • 2010 – 52,330 miles
  • 2009 – 46,792 miles
  • 2008 – 41,800 miles
  • 2007 – 35,610 miles
  • 2006 – 29,942 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,736 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,736 miles (+3,442)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    124,736 miles
    Test number
    174954525460
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass121,294 miles (+3,349)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    121,294 miles
    Test number
    194955027752
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  3. Pass117,945 miles (+3,868)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    117,945 miles
    Test number
    928648583830
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass114,077 miles (+3,202)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    114,077 miles
    Test number
    910563301354
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass110,875 miles (+3,857)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    110,875 miles
    Test number
    268930559869
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass107,018 miles (+3,784)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    107,018 miles
    Test number
    349257815679
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass103,234 miles (+4,218)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    103,234 miles
    Test number
    266519043321
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass99,016 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    99,016 miles
    Test number
    929836015962
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail99,009 miles (+4,427)1 dangerous6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,009 miles
    Test number
    228284016236
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low headlamp loose (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced chassis outrigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front of suspension arm on chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low and slight engine misfire

  10. Pass94,582 miles (+4,393)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    94,582 miles
    Test number
    113286371253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass90,189 miles (+5,579)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    90,189 miles
    Test number
    172330191805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,610 miles (+4,798)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    84,610 miles
    Test number
    578546192984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,812 miles (+5,557)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    79,812 miles
    Test number
    179169335132
    • NoteChassis both sides rear getting corroded
    • NoteRear crossmember getting corroded

  14. Pass74,255 miles (+5,971)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    74,255 miles
    Test number
    195578144129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,284 miles (+5,588)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    68,284 miles
    Test number
    935851153169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,696 miles (+62)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    62,696 miles
    Test number
    227990762132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  17. Fail62,634 miles (+5,342)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,634 miles
    Test number
    336783152132
    • FailureCentre Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  18. Pass57,292 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    57,292 miles
    Test number
    359431961199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  19. Fail57,292 miles (+4,962)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,292 miles
    Test number
    378689851162
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass52,330 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    52,330 miles
    Test number
    964034150165
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail52,330 miles (+5,538)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,330 miles
    Test number
    623462450109
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOff side steering damper bush play

  22. Pass46,792 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    46,792 miles
    Test number
    292083859408
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail46,792 miles (+4,992)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,792 miles
    Test number
    663452259145
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail41,800 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,800 miles
    Test number
    600738258128
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass41,800 miles (+6,190)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    41,800 miles
    Test number
    731518358177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,610 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    35,610 miles
    Test number
    241270757184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  27. Fail35,610 miles (+5,668)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,610 miles
    Test number
    761540257182
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  28. Pass29,942 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    29,942 miles
    Test number
    604414066131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about Y47 MFJ

Does Y47 MFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y47 MFJ is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y47 MFJ?
The MOT on Y47 MFJ is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y47 MFJ done?
Y47 MFJ was recorded at 124,736 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 4,751 miles a year.
Has Y47 MFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y47 MFJ has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on Y47 MFJ 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 Y47 MFJ find?
Y47 MFJ passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 5 more.

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