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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y612 KFJMOT history

Y612 KFJ is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 7 Mar 2025 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 182,644 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2024.

Y612 KFJ white 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 7 Mar 2025
Mileage
182,644 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2024
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,897 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y612 KFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y612 KFJ was last recorded at 182,644 miles on 6 Mar 2024, 17,180 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Apr 2008: 71,910 miles, lower than 476,333 miles on 12 Apr 2007.

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
165,464 miles · 2 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
17,180 miles
Average per year
7,897 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 182,644 miles
  • 2023 – 165,464 miles
  • 2022 – 153,607 miles
  • 2021 – 140,972 miles
  • 2017 – 139,257 miles
  • 2016 – 130,536 miles
  • 2015 – 123,155 miles
  • 2014 – 112,868 miles
  • 2013 – 110,389 miles
  • 2012 – 109,889 miles
  • 2011 – 109,223 miles
  • 2010 – 104,001 miles
  • 2009 – 93,059 miles
  • 2008 – 71,910 miles
  • 2007 – 476,333 miles
  • 2006 – 41,901 miles
  • 2005 – 34,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,644 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic cover missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,644 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    182,644 miles
    Test number
    338804116671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail182,644 miles (+17,180)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,644 miles
    Test number
    697179518126
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass165,464 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    165,464 miles
    Test number
    646637346221
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail165,464 miles (+11,857)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,464 miles
    Test number
    289808559981
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing possibly stuck under rear seat (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass153,607 miles (+54)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    153,607 miles
    Test number
    329619743765
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail153,553 miles (+12,581)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,553 miles
    Test number
    263302787701
    • MajorFront Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass140,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    140,972 miles
    Test number
    785025942916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail140,972 miles (+1,715)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,972 miles
    Test number
    493741287494
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass139,257 miles (+8,721)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    139,257 miles
    Test number
    854774823956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass130,536 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    130,536 miles
    Test number
    670368573744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail130,521 miles (+7,366)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,521 miles
    Test number
    944694364245
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  12. Pass123,155 miles (+10,287)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    123,155 miles
    Test number
    946583765131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass112,868 miles (+5)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    112,868 miles
    Test number
    566975974187
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front swivel boxes are leaking oil

  14. Fail112,863 miles (+2,474)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,863 miles
    Test number
    348632864170
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front swivel boxes are leaking oil

  15. Pass110,389 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    110,389 miles
    Test number
    149300443277
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  16. Fail110,389 miles (+500)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,389 miles
    Test number
    348948223256
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  17. Pass109,889 miles (+5)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    109,889 miles
    Test number
    947401822283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tractor joints leaking

  18. Fail109,884 miles (+661)8 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,884 miles
    Test number
    476713512233
    • FailureFront Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureParking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tractor joints leaking

  19. Pass109,223 miles (+5,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    109,223 miles
    Test number
    488353211269
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail104,001 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,001 miles
    Test number
    932531880038
    • Repaired at testHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass104,001 miles (+10,942)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    104,001 miles
    Test number
    950441180000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  22. Fail93,059 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,059 miles
    Test number
    451163189015
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass93,059 miles (+21,149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    93,059 miles
    Test number
    684243789014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  24. Fail71,910 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,910 miles
    Test number
    263444798003
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass71,910 miles (-404,423)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    71,910 miles
    Test number
    561464098083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass476,333 miles (+434,432)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    476,333 miles
    Test number
    240032407125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass41,901 miles (+7,686)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    41,901 miles
    Test number
    382115626190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2006
    Odometer
    34,215 miles
    Test number
    954080345114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail34,215 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,215 miles
    Test number
    502040245136
    • FailureNearside Rear Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Panhard rod worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Questions about Y612 KFJ

Does Y612 KFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y612 KFJ expired on 7 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y612 KFJ?
The MOT on Y612 KFJ expired on 7 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y612 KFJ done?
Y612 KFJ was recorded at 182,644 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2024, an average of 7,897 miles a year.
Has Y612 KFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y612 KFJ has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on Y612 KFJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Apr 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y612 KFJ find?
Y612 KFJ passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 1 more.

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