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Land Rover Defender

Red and Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y612 FEFMOT history

Y612 FEF is a red and silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 301,043 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

Y612 FEF red 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 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
301,043 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2019
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,145 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y612 FEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red and Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y612 FEF was last recorded at 301,043 miles on 18 Jul 2019, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
301,043 miles · 8 May 2018
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
12,145 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2019 – 301,043 miles
  • 2018 – 301,043 miles
  • 2017 – 301,043 miles
  • 2016 – 295,477 miles
  • 2015 – 287,803 miles
  • 2014 – 280,209 miles
  • 2013 – 272,513 miles
  • 2012 – 266,468 miles
  • 2011 – 257,980 miles
  • 2010 – 229,121 miles
  • 2009 – 201,222 miles
  • 2008 – 188,600 miles
  • 2007 – 170,274 miles
  • 2006 – 137,184 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

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.

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    508164567129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    706098705480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    524499591608
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box wet

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    307057568487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass301,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    301,043 miles
    Test number
    490356004092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass301,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    301,043 miles
    Test number
    827380774837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass301,043 miles (+5,566)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    301,043 miles
    Test number
    516828870490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass295,477 miles (+7,674)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    295,477 miles
    Test number
    968909124099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass287,803 miles (+7,594)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    287,803 miles
    Test number
    936239035114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass280,209 miles (+7,696)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    280,209 miles
    Test number
    279890144424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteNear side wiper blade split on end
    • NoteSlight leak near side front hub seal

  11. Pass272,513 miles (+6,045)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    272,513 miles
    Test number
    486441043143
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside wiper blade split on edges
    • NoteSteering damper bush has slight play

  12. Pass266,468 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    266,468 miles
    Test number
    727102742198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail266,465 miles (+8,485)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,465 miles
    Test number
    987330342180
    • FailureFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass257,980 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    257,980 miles
    Test number
    936127341060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s front stub seal leaking

  15. FailMileage not read6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    575572441084
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s front stub seal leaking

  16. Pass229,121 miles (+27,899)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    229,121 miles
    Test number
    193015230406
    • DangerousClutch pedel rubber missing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/f/ hub has noise poss cv joint

  17. Pass201,222 miles (+12,622)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    201,222 miles
    Test number
    151460349027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass188,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    188,600 miles
    Test number
    621803428026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail188,600 miles (+18,326)1 dangerous8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,600 miles
    Test number
    140618218421
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Steering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

  20. Pass170,274 miles (+33,090)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    170,274 miles
    Test number
    322822927012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass137,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    137,184 miles
    Test number
    704740326049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail137,184 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,184 miles
    Test number
    931039916061
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about Y612 FEF

Does Y612 FEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y612 FEF is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y612 FEF?
The MOT on Y612 FEF is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y612 FEF done?
Y612 FEF was recorded at 301,043 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2019, an average of 12,145 miles a year.
Has Y612 FEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y612 FEF has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2012.
Has the mileage on Y612 FEF 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 Y612 FEF find?
Y612 FEF passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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