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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y871 GAFMOT history

Y871 GAF is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 118,627 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

Y871 GAF 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 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
118,627 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,103 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y871 GAF
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 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y871 GAF was last recorded at 118,627 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,621 miles · 29 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,103 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,627 miles
  • 2025 – 114,130 miles
  • 2024 – 109,416 miles
  • 2023 – 103,379 miles
  • 2022 – 99,698 miles
  • 2021 – 96,311 miles
  • 2020 – 93,323 miles
  • 2019 – 88,533 miles
  • 2018 – 83,230 miles
  • 2017 – 81,031 miles
  • 2016 – 79,296 miles
  • 2015 – 77,333 miles
  • 2013 – 74,221 miles
  • 2012 – 70,963 miles
  • 2011 – 67,477 miles
  • 2010 – 62,655 miles
  • 2009 – 56,950 miles
  • 2008 – 52,106 miles
  • 2007 – 46,775 miles
  • 2006 – 39,504 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,627 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flange (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Steering box has seepage

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • BRAKE SERVO CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 18 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,627 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    118,627 miles
    Test number
    683725444146
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flange (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  2. Fail118,621 miles (+4,491)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,621 miles
    Test number
    313138865871
    • MajorBrake servo damaged and function impaired servo fractured around master cylinder (1.1.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Steering arm deformed track bar bent and rubbing on diff (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn rear prop front uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flange (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  3. Pass114,130 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    114,130 miles
    Test number
    805202329599
    • AdvisoryBRAKE SERVO CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  4. Fail114,121 miles (+4,705)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,121 miles
    Test number
    928807676032
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction WIPERS NOT PARKING (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBRAKE SERVO CORRODED
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  5. Pass109,416 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    109,416 miles
    Test number
    323379033984
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle Arm Front Bush Slightly Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle Arm Front Bush Slightly Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear Prop Shaft Front UJ Had Slight Play, Greased Joint And Play Has Reduced (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  6. Fail109,410 miles (+6,031)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,410 miles
    Test number
    666343824510
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle Arm Front Bush Slightly Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle Arm Front Bush Slightly Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear Prop Shaft Front UJ Had Slight Play, Greased Joint And Play Has Reduced (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  7. Pass103,379 miles (+3,681)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    103,379 miles
    Test number
    834046335462
    • AdvisoryCentral Suspension component ball joint has slight play 'a' frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed slight play on hinge (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear 'a' frame arm bushes perrished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s out rigger corroded and holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f seat belt clip cover missing
  8. Pass99,698 miles (+3,387)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    99,698 miles
    Test number
    916791789487
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play A-frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Crossmember (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass96,311 miles (+1)1 dangerous10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    96,311 miles
    Test number
    975422839184
    • DangerousFront bonnet panel latch rotten
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak look like water pump has slight leak
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail96,310 miles (+2,987)1 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,310 miles
    Test number
    578197180741
    • DangerousFront bonnet panel latch rotten
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak look like water pump has slight leak
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
  11. Pass93,323 miles (+2)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    93,323 miles
    Test number
    945245529584
    • DangerousFront bonnet latch panel rotten
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  12. Fail93,321 miles (+4,788)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,321 miles
    Test number
    351859813197
    • DangerousFront bonnet latch panel rotten
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  13. Pass88,533 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    88,533 miles
    Test number
    781372709534
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipes and middle to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both shocks (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
  14. Fail88,530 miles (+5,300)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,530 miles
    Test number
    724870416832
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rear most track rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded brake flexi to brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn rear most uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipes and middle to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both shocks (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCondition of centre exhaust
  15. Pass83,230 miles (+2,199)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    83,230 miles
    Test number
    359648862162
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryChassie thick with underseal
  16. Pass81,031 miles (+23)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    81,031 miles
    Test number
    926664393839
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished
    • AdvisoryFuel filter/filter head damp with fuel
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  17. Fail81,008 miles (+1,712)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,008 miles
    Test number
    900697035638
    • FailureSteering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished
    • AdvisoryFuel filter/filter head damp with fuel
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  18. Pass79,296 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    79,296 miles
    Test number
    550822040644
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryTyres perished
  19. Fail79,286 miles (+1,953)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,286 miles
    Test number
    327010541193
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryTyres perished
  20. Pass77,333 miles (+3,112)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    77,333 miles
    Test number
    508809955043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded and pitted
    • NoteUnable to carry out full inspection of brakes,steering or suspension due to underbody rustproofing
    • NoteWindscreen chipped
  21. Pass74,221 miles (+3,258)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    74,221 miles
    Test number
    827979783260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth Offside Tyres Slightly Perished Between Tread
  22. Pass70,963 miles (+3,486)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    70,963 miles
    Test number
    827959472285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,477 miles (+4,822)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    67,477 miles
    Test number
    697385981237
    • NoteBoth sides rear doors getting quite rusty
    • NoteUnderside heavily waxed
    • NoteVery slight perishing between treads of both o/s tyres
  24. Pass62,655 miles (+5,705)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    62,655 miles
    Test number
    620508980260
    • NoteSlight leak from n/s front swivel hub seal
    • NoteVehicle underbody heavily undersealed
  25. Pass56,950 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    56,950 miles
    Test number
    613157989252
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear crossmember quite rusty
    • NoteSlight leak from both sides front swivel hub seals
  26. Fail56,950 miles (+4,844)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,950 miles
    Test number
    913007189284
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear crossmember quite rusty
    • NoteSlight leak from both sides front swivel hub seals
  27. Pass52,106 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    52,106 miles
    Test number
    402839488208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  28. Fail52,106 miles (+5,331)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,106 miles
    Test number
    780999188292
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  29. Pass46,775 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    46,775 miles
    Test number
    521449687253
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight leak from n/s swivel hub seal
  30. Fail46,775 miles (+7,271)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,775 miles
    Test number
    770589887241
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight leak from n/s swivel hub seal
  31. Pass39,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    39,504 miles
    Test number
    372641796247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y871 GAF

Does Y871 GAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y871 GAF is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y871 GAF?
The MOT on Y871 GAF is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y871 GAF done?
Y871 GAF was recorded at 118,627 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 4,103 miles a year.
Has Y871 GAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y871 GAF has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y871 GAF 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 Y871 GAF find?
Y871 GAF passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; central oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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