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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y618 VRPMOT history

Y618 VRP is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 11 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 103,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

Y618 VRP black 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 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
103,418 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,155 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y618 VRP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y618 VRP was last recorded at 103,418 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 4,098 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Aug 2010: 61,795 miles, lower than 572,660 miles on 6 Aug 2009.

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
99,320 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,098 miles
Average per year
3,155 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,418 miles
  • 2025 – 99,320 miles
  • 2024 – 92,387 miles
  • 2023 – 89,734 miles
  • 2022 – 85,251 miles
  • 2021 – 81,843 miles
  • 2020 – 78,961 miles
  • 2019 – 75,579 miles
  • 2018 – 74,594 miles
  • 2017 – 73,405 miles
  • 2016 – 72,499 miles
  • 2015 – 70,862 miles
  • 2014 – 69,462 miles
  • 2013 – 68,189 miles
  • 2012 – 66,531 miles
  • 2011 – 63,820 miles
  • 2010 – 61,795 miles
  • 2009 – 572,660 miles
  • 2008 – 53,738 miles
  • 2007 – 49,178 miles
  • 2006 – 39,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,418 miles

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,418 miles (+4,098)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    103,418 miles
    Test number
    604491883999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass99,320 miles (+6,933)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    99,320 miles
    Test number
    543614223310
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside out rigger under drivers floor corroding
  3. Pass92,387 miles (+2,653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    92,387 miles
    Test number
    684955868012
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  4. Pass89,734 miles (+4,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    89,734 miles
    Test number
    616973294683
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass85,251 miles (+3,408)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,251 miles
    Test number
    923911002050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,843 miles (+2,882)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    81,843 miles
    Test number
    529995318085
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass78,961 miles (+3,382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    78,961 miles
    Test number
    350197801024
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass75,579 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    75,579 miles
    Test number
    457576329439
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Fail75,579 miles (+985)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,579 miles
    Test number
    653602149019
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  10. Pass74,594 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    74,594 miles
    Test number
    214163157811
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Fail316,237 miles (+242,832)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    316,237 miles
    Test number
    582900829973
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Pass73,405 miles (+906)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    73,405 miles
    Test number
    428978660024
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti-slip slightly worn
  13. Pass72,499 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    72,499 miles
    Test number
    760092213644
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perished
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
  14. Fail72,499 miles (+1,637)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,499 miles
    Test number
    484896216196
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perished
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
  15. Pass70,862 miles (+1,400)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    70,862 miles
    Test number
    189208735225
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Fail69,462 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,462 miles
    Test number
    816194934216
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear differential pinion oil seal leaking
  17. Pass69,462 miles (+1,273)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    69,462 miles
    Test number
    835964534265
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear differential pinion oil seal leaking
  18. Pass68,189 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    68,189 miles
    Test number
    416842743234
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Fail68,189 miles (+1,658)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,189 miles
    Test number
    849922243230
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  20. Pass66,531 miles (+2,711)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    66,531 miles
    Test number
    415534742256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,820 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    63,820 miles
    Test number
    296147621280
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  22. Fail63,820 miles (+2,025)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,820 miles
    Test number
    809397221289
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Pass61,795 miles (-510,865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    61,795 miles
    Test number
    572538220217
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  24. Pass572,660 miles (+518,922)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    572,660 miles
    Test number
    330078619443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass53,738 miles (+4,560)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    53,738 miles
    Test number
    531251438288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass49,178 miles (+9,867)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    49,178 miles
    Test number
    403835927201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass39,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    39,311 miles
    Test number
    982550436141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y618 VRP

Does Y618 VRP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y618 VRP is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y618 VRP?
The MOT on Y618 VRP is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y618 VRP done?
Y618 VRP was recorded at 103,418 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 3,155 miles a year.
Has Y618 VRP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y618 VRP has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on Y618 VRP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Aug 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y618 VRP find?
Y618 VRP passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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