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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 2,401 cc

Y7 YDLMOT history

Y7 YDL is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 2007. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 77,169 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

Y7 YDL grey 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 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
77,169 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y7 YDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Aug 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y7 YDL was last recorded at 77,169 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 2,048 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,121 miles · 15 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
2,048 miles
Average per year
3,269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,169 miles
  • 2022 – 75,121 miles
  • 2021 – 70,521 miles
  • 2020 – 64,902 miles
  • 2013 – 55,493 miles
  • 2012 – 45,774 miles
  • 2011 – 36,614 miles
  • 2010 – 26,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,169 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.

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

9 tests since 30 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,169 miles (+2,048)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    77,169 miles
    Test number
    426992969433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass75,121 miles (+4,600)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    75,121 miles
    Test number
    820363400048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass70,521 miles (+5,619)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    70,521 miles
    Test number
    673207364224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass64,902 miles (+9,409)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    64,902 miles
    Test number
    288621241213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass55,493 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    55,493 miles
    Test number
    315850813235
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  6. Fail55,493 miles (+9,719)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,493 miles
    Test number
    235417203207
    • FailureBrake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  7. Pass45,774 miles (+9,160)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    45,774 miles
    Test number
    335653512403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteLots of play in transfer box and drive train

  8. Pass36,614 miles (+9,991)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    36,614 miles
    Test number
    935223211299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  9. Pass26,623 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    26,623 miles
    Test number
    874091110258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about Y7 YDL

Does Y7 YDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y7 YDL is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y7 YDL?
The MOT on Y7 YDL is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y7 YDL done?
Y7 YDL was recorded at 77,169 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 3,269 miles a year.
Has Y7 YDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y7 YDL has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2013.
Has the mileage on Y7 YDL 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 Y7 YDL find?
Y7 YDL passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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