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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y872 GAFMOT history

Y872 GAF is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 20 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 73,239 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

Y872 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 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
73,239 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y872 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
20 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y872 GAF was last recorded at 73,239 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,185 miles · 22 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
2,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,239 miles
  • 2025 – 68,298 miles
  • 2024 – 62,273 miles
  • 2023 – 62,261 miles
  • 2021 – 62,187 miles
  • 2020 – 62,081 miles
  • 2019 – 61,397 miles
  • 2015 – 60,717 miles
  • 2014 – 55,468 miles
  • 2013 – 50,598 miles
  • 2012 – 45,630 miles
  • 2011 – 42,028 miles
  • 2010 – 38,086 miles
  • 2009 – 34,464 miles
  • 2008 – 30,712 miles
  • 2007 – 26,938 miles
  • 2006 – 23,550 miles
  • 2005 – 19,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,239 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CENTRAL OF VEHICLE CORRODED UNDER CHASSIS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 13 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,239 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    73,239 miles
    Test number
    5752634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail73,185 miles (+4,887)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    73,185 miles
    Test number
    5664631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass68,298 miles (+6,025)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    68,298 miles
    Test number
    4591019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass62,273 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    62,273 miles
    Test number
    454645543945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass62,261 miles (+20)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    62,261 miles
    Test number
    410512074372
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CENTRAL OF VEHICLE CORRODED UNDER CHASSIS (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail62,241 miles (+54)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,241 miles
    Test number
    773214013156
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting REAR OF ARCH (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting REAR OF ARCH (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CENTRAL OF VEHICLE CORRODED UNDER CHASSIS (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass62,187 miles (+106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    62,187 miles
    Test number
    510865990726
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside covered in underseal

  8. Pass62,081 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    62,081 miles
    Test number
    957023384191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail62,070 miles (+673)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,070 miles
    Test number
    795492264736
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass61,397 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    61,397 miles
    Test number
    803585202210
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderseal underneath vehicle

  11. Fail61,369 miles (+652)2 dangerous12 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,369 miles
    Test number
    644730588829
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system caliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderseal underneath vehicle

  12. Pass60,717 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    60,717 miles
    Test number
    339132425420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,707 miles (+5,239)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,707 miles
    Test number
    466905315232
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureSteering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

  14. Pass55,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    55,468 miles
    Test number
    856567814291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail55,468 miles (+4,870)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,468 miles
    Test number
    706016614281
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass50,598 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    50,598 miles
    Test number
    329561823429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNsf swivel joint seeping slightly

  17. Fail50,598 miles (+4,968)8 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,598 miles
    Test number
    149729913221
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNsf swivel joint seeping slightly
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper bush

  18. Pass45,630 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    45,630 miles
    Test number
    435468622239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,628 miles (+3,600)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,628 miles
    Test number
    298231122299
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  20. Fail42,028 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,028 miles
    Test number
    336750821207
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass42,028 miles (+3,942)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    42,028 miles
    Test number
    417730921255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    38,086 miles
    Test number
    482502920275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,086 miles (+3,622)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,086 miles
    Test number
    230531120292
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass34,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    34,464 miles
    Test number
    684794829292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail34,464 miles (+3,752)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,464 miles
    Test number
    263112029264
    • FailureNearside Trailing arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Steering damper deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside Trailing arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureTrack rod end damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  26. Pass30,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    30,712 miles
    Test number
    782711818296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail30,712 miles (+3,774)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,712 miles
    Test number
    170230918238
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  28. Pass26,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    26,938 miles
    Test number
    161140027231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail26,938 miles (+3,388)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,938 miles
    Test number
    874580227214
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Steering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  30. Pass23,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    23,550 miles
    Test number
    450468026274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail23,550 miles (+4,469)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,550 miles
    Test number
    782418726283
    • Repaired at testFront Steering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  32. Pass19,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    19,081 miles
    Test number
    161134195186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y872 GAF

Does Y872 GAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y872 GAF is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y872 GAF?
The MOT on Y872 GAF is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y872 GAF done?
Y872 GAF was recorded at 73,239 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 2,575 miles a year.
Has Y872 GAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y872 GAF has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on Y872 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 Y872 GAF find?
Y872 GAF passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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