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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y882 PHNMOT history

Y882 PHN is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 2 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 97,675 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

Y882 PHN blue 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 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
97,675 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,152 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y882 PHN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y882 PHN was last recorded at 97,675 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 2,394 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Jul 2011: 86,335 miles, lower than 854,425 miles on 20 Apr 2011.

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
95,281 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,394 miles
Average per year
3,152 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,675 miles
  • 2024 – 95,281 miles
  • 2022 – 94,963 miles
  • 2021 – 94,783 miles
  • 2019 – 93,637 miles
  • 2018 – 92,653 miles
  • 2017 – 92,383 miles
  • 2016 – 91,667 miles
  • 2015 – 91,016 miles
  • 2014 – 90,190 miles
  • 2013 – 89,209 miles
  • 2012 – 87,784 miles
  • 2011 – 86,368 miles
  • 2010 – 71,985 miles
  • 2009 – 60,408 miles
  • 2008 – 48,909 miles
  • 2007 – 37,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,675 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

31 tests since 12 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,675 miles (+2,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    97,675 miles
    Test number
    973945694664
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass95,281 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    95,281 miles
    Test number
    417567917351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail95,251 miles (+131)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,251 miles
    Test number
    390227510450
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass95,120 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    95,120 miles
    Test number
    934391031083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail95,119 miles (+156)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,119 miles
    Test number
    739675016464
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass94,963 miles (+180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    94,963 miles
    Test number
    512035564681
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass94,783 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    94,783 miles
    Test number
    531889509387
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail94,783 miles (+1,146)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,783 miles
    Test number
    563225224096
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass93,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    93,637 miles
    Test number
    551597014182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail93,637 miles (+984)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,637 miles
    Test number
    766736796689
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass92,653 miles (+270)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    92,653 miles
    Test number
    119708609234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,383 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    92,383 miles
    Test number
    804519878912
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  13. Fail92,353 miles (+686)7 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,353 miles
    Test number
    799417857995
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings cross members (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting cross member (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront both n/s + o/s tractor joints weeping grease
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both n/s + o/s (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both n/s + o/s (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on bulk head
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on steering and suspension components

  14. Pass91,667 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    91,667 miles
    Test number
    779125788251
    • AdvisoryFront axle steering yokes leaking oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion patches on chassis

  15. Fail91,667 miles (+651)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,667 miles
    Test number
    789988487042
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront axle steering yokes leaking oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion patches on chassis

  16. Pass91,016 miles (+2)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    91,016 miles
    Test number
    809157515201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tractor units leaking

  17. Fail91,014 miles (+824)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,014 miles
    Test number
    807666315273
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tractor units leaking

  18. Pass90,190 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    90,190 miles
    Test number
    105410104240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront suspension /steering yokes leaking slightly

  19. Fail90,190 miles (+981)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,190 miles
    Test number
    888769294106
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront suspension /steering yokes leaking slightly

  20. Pass89,209 miles (+1,425)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    89,209 miles
    Test number
    737512293164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass87,784 miles (+1,416)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    87,784 miles
    Test number
    869778692167
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChassis lightly corroded

  22. Pass86,368 miles (+33)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    86,368 miles
    Test number
    286771501205
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteIntermittant click or clonk from steering collumn when going lock to lock
    • NoteOffside rear axle bump stop is missing
    • NotePlay in steering box drop-arm ball joint

  23. Fail86,335 miles (-768,090)10 failures4 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,335 miles
    Test number
    569044891112
    • FailureNearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront service brake imbalance is high mid-way thru range of effort
    • NoteHigh level stop lamp inoperative?
    • NoteIntermittant click or clonk from steering collumn when going lock to lock
    • NoteNearside front headlamp bezel has badly corroded
    • NoteOffside front and nearside front swivel seals are leaking
    • NoteOffside rear axle bump stop is missing
    • NotePlay in steering box drop-arm ball joint
    • NoteRed rust around nearside rear axle upper A frame front bush

  24. Pass854,425 miles (+782,440)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    854,425 miles
    Test number
    156910811169
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  25. Fail71,985 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,985 miles
    Test number
    123442080426
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  26. Pass71,985 miles (+11,577)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    71,985 miles
    Test number
    342322080008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass60,408 miles (+142)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    60,408 miles
    Test number
    300483489010
    • NoteColoumn switch assy catching coloumn

  28. Fail60,266 miles (+11,357)3 dangerous2 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,266 miles
    Test number
    692486679085
    • DangerousNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousN/s rear hub oil seal leaking
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteColoumn switch assy catching coloumn

  29. Fail48,909 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,909 miles
    Test number
    104104368478
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  30. Pass48,909 miles (+10,926)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    48,909 miles
    Test number
    972974968074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass37,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    37,983 miles
    Test number
    162713347073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y882 PHN

Does Y882 PHN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y882 PHN is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y882 PHN?
The MOT on Y882 PHN is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y882 PHN done?
Y882 PHN was recorded at 97,675 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 3,152 miles a year.
Has Y882 PHN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y882 PHN has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on Y882 PHN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Jul 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y882 PHN find?
Y882 PHN passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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