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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y52 NHBMOT history

Y52 NHB is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 138,692 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

Y52 NHB 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 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
138,692 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y52 NHB
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
30 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y52 NHB was last recorded at 138,692 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 2,348 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,344 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,348 miles
Average per year
4,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,692 miles
  • 2025 – 136,344 miles
  • 2024 – 134,245 miles
  • 2023 – 131,887 miles
  • 2022 – 129,578 miles
  • 2021 – 127,281 miles
  • 2020 – 125,375 miles
  • 2018 – 125,159 miles
  • 2017 – 120,066 miles
  • 2016 – 115,081 miles
  • 2015 – 110,011 miles
  • 2014 – 104,790 miles
  • 2013 – 99,554 miles
  • 2012 – 93,553 miles
  • 2011 – 87,793 miles
  • 2010 – 82,322 miles
  • 2009 – 71,503 miles
  • 2008 – 61,862 miles
  • 2007 – 52,510 miles
  • 2006 – 42,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,692 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Play in wipers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,692 miles (+2,348)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    138,692 miles
    Test number
    844195431647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass136,344 miles (+2,099)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    136,344 miles
    Test number
    255198262185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass134,245 miles (+2,358)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    134,245 miles
    Test number
    123462279468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass131,887 miles (+2,309)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    131,887 miles
    Test number
    350977377262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass129,578 miles (+2,297)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    129,578 miles
    Test number
    548207256681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass127,281 miles (+1,906)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    127,281 miles
    Test number
    896986606389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass125,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    125,375 miles
    Test number
    504107371314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail125,375 miles (+19)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,375 miles
    Test number
    747521503879
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail125,356 miles (+197)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,356 miles
    Test number
    856898920577
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength o/s and n/s front chassis and outriggers. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorTowbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting o/s and n/s rear chassis and rear x member centre and n/s/r. (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass125,159 miles (+5,093)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    125,159 miles
    Test number
    913256302632
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper shocker bush
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRust on chassis +rear crossmember +towbar mounts
    • AdvisorySmall hole on o/r/r chassis
    • AdvisoryWipers

  11. Pass120,066 miles (+34)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    120,066 miles
    Test number
    776235174987
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in wipers
    • AdvisoryRust on chassis +body mounts +crossmember

  12. Fail120,032 miles (+4,951)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,032 miles
    Test number
    608248323448
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember & chassis (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in wipers
    • AdvisoryRust on chassis +body mounts +crossmember

  13. Pass115,081 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    115,081 miles
    Test number
    767640006846
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRust on chassis +rear crossmember

  14. Fail115,081 miles (+5,070)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,081 miles
    Test number
    822721000897
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRust on chassis +rear crossmember

  15. Pass110,011 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    110,011 miles
    Test number
    787327075123
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteBoth wipers
    • NotePlay in steering box
    • NoteRust on chassis +rear crossmember

  16. Fail110,011 miles (+5,221)1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,011 miles
    Test number
    918287975150
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteBoth wipers
    • NotePlay in steering box
    • NoteRust on chassis +rear crossmember

  17. Pass104,790 miles (+5,236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    104,790 miles
    Test number
    286699384467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  18. Pass99,554 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    99,554 miles
    Test number
    106145663181
    • NoteOil on steering box (poss small leak)
    • NotePlay in both wiper arms
    • NoteRust on chassis +rear crossmember

  19. Fail99,554 miles (+6,001)2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,554 miles
    Test number
    255385863179
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • NoteOil on steering box (poss small leak)
    • NotePlay in both wiper arms
    • NoteRust on chassis +rear crossmember

  20. Pass93,553 miles (+4)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    93,553 miles
    Test number
    278687662147
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteRust on rear crossmember +chassis

  21. Fail93,549 miles (+5,756)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,549 miles
    Test number
    597505662111
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureHeadlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteO/s bonnet mount broken
    • NoteRust on rear crossmember +chassis

  22. Pass87,793 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    87,793 miles
    Test number
    715135961110
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Fail87,788 miles (+5,466)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,788 miles
    Test number
    907205761117
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass82,322 miles (+10,819)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    82,322 miles
    Test number
    781075160157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight oil leak on steering box

  25. Pass71,503 miles (+9,641)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    71,503 miles
    Test number
    843736769153
    • NoteSteering box damp (poss slight oil leak)

  26. Pass61,862 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    61,862 miles
    Test number
    294132368408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail61,859 miles (+9,349)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,859 miles
    Test number
    711101768116
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  28. Pass52,510 miles (+9,955)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    52,510 miles
    Test number
    810871577136
    • NoteHandbrake travel
    • NoteSteering box damp (poss leak)

  29. Pass42,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    42,555 miles
    Test number
    242725566450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y52 NHB

Does Y52 NHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y52 NHB is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y52 NHB?
The MOT on Y52 NHB is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y52 NHB done?
Y52 NHB was recorded at 138,692 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 4,857 miles a year.
Has Y52 NHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y52 NHB has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2020.
Has the mileage on Y52 NHB 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 Y52 NHB find?
Y52 NHB passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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