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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y881 RWHMOT history

Y881 RWH is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 295,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

Y881 RWH silver 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 Oct 2027
Mileage
295,631 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,605 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y881 RWH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y881 RWH was last recorded at 295,631 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 153,508 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Jun 2022: 142,123 miles, lower than 283,211 miles on 1 Jun 2021.

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
142,123 miles · 25 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
153,508 miles
Average per year
5,605 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 295,631 miles
  • 2022 – 142,123 miles
  • 2021 – 283,211 miles
  • 2019 – 282,629 miles
  • 2018 – 279,670 miles
  • 2017 – 276,572 miles
  • 2016 – 274,864 miles
  • 2015 – 274,050 miles
  • 2014 – 263,572 miles
  • 2013 – 248,450 miles
  • 2012 – 233,184 miles
  • 2011 – 218,615 miles
  • 2010 – 207,455 miles
  • 2009 – 201,637 miles
  • 2008 – 194,690 miles
  • 2007 – 188,972 miles
  • 2006 – 180,884 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass295,631 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.

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass295,631 miles (+153,508)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    295,631 miles
    Test number
    418331543295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass142,123 miles (-141,088)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    142,123 miles
    Test number
    979297356706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass283,211 miles (+582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    283,211 miles
    Test number
    840632287220
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass282,629 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    282,629 miles
    Test number
    400475009733
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail282,629 miles (+2,959)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,629 miles
    Test number
    995099332955
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass279,670 miles (+3,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    279,670 miles
    Test number
    956738048567
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft front uj has slight play

  7. Pass276,572 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    276,572 miles
    Test number
    533591869418
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  8. Fail276,572 miles (+1,708)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    276,572 miles
    Test number
    815499529413
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  9. Pass274,864 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    274,864 miles
    Test number
    312617495552
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play axle top mounting (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail274,864 miles (+814)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,864 miles
    Test number
    241702505031
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play axle top mounting (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass274,050 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    274,050 miles
    Test number
    515315275031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail274,046 miles (+10,474)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,046 miles
    Test number
    125280575094
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  13. Pass263,572 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    263,572 miles
    Test number
    308696344030
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Fail262,572 miles (+14,122)3 dangerous8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,572 miles
    Test number
    695166944004
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Pass248,450 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    248,450 miles
    Test number
    586779743082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSlight play in rear Axle upper mount

  16. Fail248,450 miles (+15,266)3 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,450 miles
    Test number
    688766443039
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in rear Axle upper mount

  17. Pass233,184 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    233,184 miles
    Test number
    887434352080
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Fail233,184 miles (+14,569)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,184 miles
    Test number
    458284052026
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass218,615 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    218,615 miles
    Test number
    139525431025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail218,611 miles (+11,156)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,611 miles
    Test number
    635754931036
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  21. Pass207,455 miles (+5,818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    207,455 miles
    Test number
    133195950080
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  22. Pass201,637 miles (+6,947)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    201,637 miles
    Test number
    213941719104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass194,690 miles (+5,718)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    194,690 miles
    Test number
    201095518401
    • NoteSlight damage to front no plate

  24. Pass188,972 miles (+8,088)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    188,972 miles
    Test number
    372345217174
    • NoteO/s/f tyre starting to wear down on treads

  25. Pass180,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    180,884 miles
    Test number
    983654526176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y881 RWH

Does Y881 RWH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y881 RWH is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y881 RWH?
The MOT on Y881 RWH is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y881 RWH done?
Y881 RWH was recorded at 295,631 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 5,605 miles a year.
Has Y881 RWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y881 RWH has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2019.
Has the mileage on Y881 RWH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Jun 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y881 RWH find?
Y881 RWH passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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