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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y603 FECMOT history

Y603 FEC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 8 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Jun 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 157,007 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2024.

Y603 FEC green 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 6 Jun 2025
Mileage
157,007 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,396 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y603 FEC
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
8 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
20 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y603 FEC was last recorded at 157,007 miles on 20 May 2024, 1,949 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Apr 2011: 83,273 miles, lower than 820,882 miles on 23 Apr 2010.

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
155,058 miles · 1 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1,949 miles
Average per year
5,396 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 157,007 miles
  • 2023 – 155,058 miles
  • 2022 – 153,826 miles
  • 2021 – 151,110 miles
  • 2020 – 148,481 miles
  • 2019 – 144,429 miles
  • 2018 – 139,623 miles
  • 2017 – 133,289 miles
  • 2015 – 117,702 miles
  • 2013 – 98,138 miles
  • 2012 – 90,585 miles
  • 2011 – 83,273 miles
  • 2010 – 820,882 miles
  • 2009 – 80,181 miles
  • 2008 – 75,644 miles
  • 2007 – 69,539 miles
  • 2006 – 59,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,007 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced coil spring lower seat (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Chassis/corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,007 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    157,007 miles
    Test number
    434571250726
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced coil spring lower seat (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail157,007 miles (+1,949)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,007 miles
    Test number
    387506598890
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced coil spring lower seat (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass155,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    155,058 miles
    Test number
    738805693061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail155,058 miles (+1,232)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,058 miles
    Test number
    909762981786
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Inner Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass153,826 miles (+2,716)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    153,826 miles
    Test number
    915056018887
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To Caliper. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To caliper. (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass151,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    151,110 miles
    Test number
    702159132978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail151,110 miles (+2,629)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,110 miles
    Test number
    669220436828
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass148,481 miles (+4,052)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    148,481 miles
    Test number
    150239660639
    • MinorCentral Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering damper inner bush deteriorated

  9. Pass144,429 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    144,429 miles
    Test number
    833131988237
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing

  10. Fail144,429 miles (+4,806)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,429 miles
    Test number
    220933625031
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety Fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass139,623 miles (+6,334)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    139,623 miles
    Test number
    975259648744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop/arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering/damper/bush/worn

  12. Pass133,289 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    133,289 miles
    Test number
    289067663012
    • AdvisoryChassis/corrosion

  13. Fail133,289 miles (+15,587)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,289 miles
    Test number
    421656658926
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings spring/maunting (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play droparm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings body/x/member (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryChassis/corrosion

  14. Pass117,702 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    117,702 miles
    Test number
    618922125167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteN/s centre body anchor point corroded
    • NoteO/s centre body mounting point corroded

  15. Fail117,702 miles (+19,564)7 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,702 miles
    Test number
    339620225196
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteN/s centre body anchor point corroded
    • NoteO/s centre body mounting point corroded

  16. Pass98,138 miles (+7,553)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    98,138 miles
    Test number
    679132723176
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryLower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteN/s rear door wont open

  17. Pass90,585 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    90,585 miles
    Test number
    125218812169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail90,585 miles (+7,312)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,585 miles
    Test number
    847617812121
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass83,273 miles (-737,609)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    83,273 miles
    Test number
    687556111123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass820,882 miles (+740,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    820,882 miles
    Test number
    342223710178
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail80,181 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,181 miles
    Test number
    163624719140
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass80,181 miles (+4,537)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    80,181 miles
    Test number
    804464619114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass75,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    75,644 miles
    Test number
    212196818145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail75,644 miles (+6,105)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,644 miles
    Test number
    403356218192
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  25. Pass69,539 miles (+10,012)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    69,539 miles
    Test number
    222044017189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass59,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    59,527 miles
    Test number
    900467916150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y603 FEC

Does Y603 FEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y603 FEC expired on 6 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y603 FEC?
The MOT on Y603 FEC expired on 6 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y603 FEC done?
Y603 FEC was recorded at 157,007 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2024, an average of 5,396 miles a year.
Has Y603 FEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y603 FEC has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2024.
Has the mileage on Y603 FEC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Apr 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y603 FEC find?
Y603 FEC passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2024 with 11 advisories: central front drag link end ball joint has slight play; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 8 more.

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