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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y605 CLAMOT history

Y605 CLA is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 May 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 95,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

Y605 CLA 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 12 May 2026
Mileage
95,829 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,665 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y605 CLA
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
31 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 May 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y605 CLA was last recorded at 95,829 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 551 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,278 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
551 miles
Average per year
3,665 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,829 miles
  • 2025 – 95,278 miles
  • 2024 – 94,684 miles
  • 2023 – 93,740 miles
  • 2022 – 92,785 miles
  • 2021 – 91,543 miles
  • 2020 – 90,435 miles
  • 2019 – 89,096 miles
  • 2018 – 86,929 miles
  • 2017 – 84,886 miles
  • 2016 – 82,190 miles
  • 2015 – 79,256 miles
  • 2014 – 76,829 miles
  • 2013 – 74,048 miles
  • 2012 – 69,399 miles
  • 2011 – 63,948 miles
  • 2010 – 58,931 miles
  • 2009 – 50,513 miles
  • 2008 – 40,622 miles
  • 2007 – 29,927 miles
  • 2006 – 22,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail95,829 miles
  • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ourigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded x axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorRear Vehicle structure has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryUnderside corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Chassis corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail95,829 miles (+551)9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,829 miles
    Test number
    703395264704
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ourigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded x axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  2. Pass95,278 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    95,278 miles
    Test number
    845989500299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail95,278 miles (+594)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,278 miles
    Test number
    614306202488
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass94,684 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    94,684 miles
    Test number
    203264295320
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail94,680 miles (+940)1 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,680 miles
    Test number
    345747415239
    • DangerousBrake master cylinder leaking leaking fluid around pedal box when engine running with brake applied (1.1.10 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades perished (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt axle a frame ball joint dust cover perished (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust mounting bracket corroded adrift (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass93,740 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    93,740 miles
    Test number
    406914005728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail93,739 miles (+954)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,739 miles
    Test number
    526198954322
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure mounting adrift from body (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass92,785 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    92,785 miles
    Test number
    819406051426
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Both
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  9. Fail92,783 miles (+1,240)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,783 miles
    Test number
    938848401009
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  10. Pass91,543 miles (+1,108)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    91,543 miles
    Test number
    531126233826
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both offside wearing uneven on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass90,435 miles (+5)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    90,435 miles
    Test number
    925384074578
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Trailing arm mounting /Body mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn uneven
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail90,430 miles (+1,334)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,430 miles
    Test number
    501270157635
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Trailing arm mounting /Body mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn uneven
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass89,096 miles (+2,167)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    89,096 miles
    Test number
    102825238551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass86,929 miles (+2,043)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    86,929 miles
    Test number
    721042621281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,886 miles (+2,696)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    84,886 miles
    Test number
    701737469266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,190 miles (+2,934)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    82,190 miles
    Test number
    398512762591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,256 miles (+2,427)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    79,256 miles
    Test number
    969157475090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass76,829 miles (+2,781)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    76,829 miles
    Test number
    719489274030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass74,048 miles (+4,649)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,048 miles
    Test number
    325597473061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,399 miles (+5,451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    69,399 miles
    Test number
    795297282067
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail63,948 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,948 miles
    Test number
    466699381022
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass63,948 miles (+5,017)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    63,948 miles
    Test number
    945999981065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,931 miles (+8,418)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    58,931 miles
    Test number
    852459380084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,513 miles (+9,891)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    50,513 miles
    Test number
    880736999061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass40,622 miles (+10,695)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    40,622 miles
    Test number
    111780208187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,927 miles (+7,569)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    29,927 miles
    Test number
    660062087001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass22,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    22,358 miles
    Test number
    351781606119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y605 CLA

Does Y605 CLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y605 CLA expired on 12 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y605 CLA?
The MOT on Y605 CLA expired on 12 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y605 CLA done?
Y605 CLA was recorded at 95,829 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 3,665 miles a year.
Has Y605 CLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y605 CLA has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y605 CLA 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 Y605 CLA find?
Y605 CLA failed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 9 major defects and 5 advisories: central exhaust system insecure; nearside front brake hose ferrule excessively corroded; nearside front brake pipe excessively corroded, and 11 more.

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