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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y616 OUJMOT history

Y616 OUJ is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 288,202 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

Y616 OUJ 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 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
288,202 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,052 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y616 OUJ
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
31 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y616 OUJ was last recorded at 288,202 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 6,493 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Mar 2008: 39,642 miles, lower than 91,245 miles on 23 Mar 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
281,709 miles · 16 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,493 miles
Average per year
10,052 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 288,202 miles
  • 2025 – 281,709 miles
  • 2024 – 274,528 miles
  • 2023 – 264,762 miles
  • 2022 – 257,857 miles
  • 2021 – 251,620 miles
  • 2020 – 243,906 miles
  • 2019 – 231,782 miles
  • 2018 – 219,426 miles
  • 2017 – 209,050 miles
  • 2016 – 193,919 miles
  • 2015 – 178,356 miles
  • 2014 – 163,854 miles
  • 2013 – 149,586 miles
  • 2012 – 134,946 miles
  • 2011 – 124,017 miles
  • 2010 – 118,209 miles
  • 2009 – 109,134 miles
  • 2008 – 39,642 miles
  • 2007 – 91,245 miles
  • 2006 – 86,646 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass288,202 miles
  • AdvisoryCab to chassis cross supports heavily corroded but not effecting the security of body
  • AdvisoryEngine and transmission oil leaks (minor
  • AdvisoryMinor coolant leaks

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Body mount corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front body mount corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also small cut in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass288,202 miles (+6,493)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    288,202 miles
    Test number
    935146403489
    • AdvisoryCab to chassis cross supports heavily corroded but not effecting the security of body
    • AdvisoryEngine and transmission oil leaks (minor
    • AdvisoryMinor coolant leaks

  2. Pass281,709 miles (+7,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    281,709 miles
    Test number
    713263618777
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass274,528 miles (+9,766)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    274,528 miles
    Test number
    661358641826
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass264,762 miles (+6,905)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    264,762 miles
    Test number
    690251823998
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass257,857 miles (+6,237)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    257,857 miles
    Test number
    888760866915
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play bush end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both sides uneven

  6. Pass251,620 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    251,620 miles
    Test number
    861554657175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body mount corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body mount corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also small cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail251,616 miles (+7,710)2 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,616 miles
    Test number
    868073664376
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body mount corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body mount corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also small cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass243,906 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    243,906 miles
    Test number
    121829916959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  9. Fail243,903 miles (+12,121)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,903 miles
    Test number
    217112460860
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  10. Pass231,782 miles (+12,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    231,782 miles
    Test number
    273828379731
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass219,426 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    219,426 miles
    Test number
    747277264686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail219,424 miles (+10,374)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,424 miles
    Test number
    573153987866
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  13. Pass209,050 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    209,050 miles
    Test number
    460959885439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail209,031 miles (+15,112)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,031 miles
    Test number
    748592024324
    • FailureEmissions not tested due to the amount of black smoke emitted (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass193,919 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    193,919 miles
    Test number
    123962318270
    • AdvisoryCHASSIS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail193,916 miles (+15,560)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,916 miles
    Test number
    773751885706
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock absorber (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded tie rod (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCHASSIS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass178,356 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    178,356 miles
    Test number
    307832595044
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail178,333 miles (+14,479)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,333 miles
    Test number
    739141395000
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass163,854 miles (+10)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    163,854 miles
    Test number
    376590394031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteGenerally corroded on chassis and around bodymounts
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteTailgate corroded

  20. Fail163,844 miles (+14,258)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,844 miles
    Test number
    709805184075
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteGenerally corroded on chassis and around bodymounts
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteTailgate corroded

  21. Pass149,586 miles (+14,640)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    149,586 miles
    Test number
    817917773028
    • NoteChip in screen, rear diff support mount weak
    • NoteSteering damper bush excessively worn, rear chassis crossmember corroded and holed, engine leaking oil, gearbox leaking oil, rear chassis ladder corroded, both front rear trackrod ends worn, rear steering arm weak

  22. Pass134,946 miles (+435)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    134,946 miles
    Test number
    358527182076
    • NoteOffside rear mud flap damaged near to leaving vehicle
    • NoteStop lights not working(trailer), engineleaking oil, steering damper offside bush worn, nearside rear trackrod end gaitor perished, gearbox leaking oil near parking brake drum, rear pads low

  23. Fail134,511 miles (+10,494)1 dangerous4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,511 miles
    Test number
    588860082036
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOffside rear mud flap damaged near to leaving vehicle
    • NoteStop lights not working(trailer), engineleaking oil, steering damper offside bush worn, nearside rear trackrod end gaitor perished, gearbox leaking oil near parking brake drum, rear pads low

  24. Pass124,017 miles (+5,808)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    124,017 miles
    Test number
    919153571078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail118,209 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,209 miles
    Test number
    141015970442
    • Repaired at testRear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass118,209 miles (+9,075)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    118,209 miles
    Test number
    170135270062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass109,134 miles (+69,492)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    109,134 miles
    Test number
    193748479046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass39,642 miles (-51,603)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    39,642 miles
    Test number
    550184678077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass91,245 miles (+4,599)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    91,245 miles
    Test number
    740532387038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass86,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    86,646 miles
    Test number
    862867406263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y616 OUJ

Does Y616 OUJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y616 OUJ is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y616 OUJ?
The MOT on Y616 OUJ is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y616 OUJ done?
Y616 OUJ was recorded at 288,202 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 10,052 miles a year.
Has Y616 OUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y616 OUJ has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on Y616 OUJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Mar 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y616 OUJ find?
Y616 OUJ passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: cab to chassis cross supports heavily corroded but not effecting the security of body; engine and transmission oil leaks (minor; minor coolant leaks.

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