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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y887 DFXMOT history

Y887 DFX is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 100,504 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

Y887 DFX 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 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
100,504 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,918 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y887 DFX
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
18 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y887 DFX was last recorded at 100,504 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 5,115 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,389 miles · 14 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,115 miles
Average per year
3,918 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,504 miles
  • 2025 – 95,389 miles
  • 2024 – 87,680 miles
  • 2023 – 82,318 miles
  • 2022 – 77,039 miles
  • 2021 – 70,903 miles
  • 2020 – 64,605 miles
  • 2019 – 63,201 miles
  • 2018 – 58,795 miles
  • 2017 – 56,843 miles
  • 2016 – 54,774 miles
  • 2015 – 51,701 miles
  • 2014 – 50,714 miles
  • 2013 – 48,280 miles
  • 2012 – 44,253 miles
  • 2011 – 41,666 miles
  • 2010 – 37,318 miles
  • 2009 – 32,879 miles
  • 2008 – 30,486 miles
  • 2007 – 27,583 miles
  • 2006 – 23,435 miles
  • 2005 – 18,103 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,504 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 10 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,504 miles (+5,115)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    100,504 miles
    Test number
    429473668081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass95,389 miles (+7,709)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    95,389 miles
    Test number
    986117703022
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass87,680 miles (+5,362)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    87,680 miles
    Test number
    589536460794
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass82,318 miles (+5,279)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    82,318 miles
    Test number
    742667538462
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass77,039 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    77,039 miles
    Test number
    221945788530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail76,902 miles (+5,999)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,902 miles
    Test number
    157099826379
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass70,903 miles (+6,298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    70,903 miles
    Test number
    529399705092
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass64,605 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    64,605 miles
    Test number
    655695071167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail64,602 miles (+1,401)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,602 miles
    Test number
    962659022632
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass63,201 miles (+4,406)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    63,201 miles
    Test number
    527449884128
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear to front along chassis (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass58,795 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    58,795 miles
    Test number
    971867788328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail58,794 miles (+1,951)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,794 miles
    Test number
    188412420314
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass56,843 miles (+2,069)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    56,843 miles
    Test number
    492340158318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,774 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    54,774 miles
    Test number
    975933076306
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished

  15. Fail54,773 miles (+3,072)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,773 miles
    Test number
    596661771318
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished

  16. Pass51,701 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    51,701 miles
    Test number
    107646375137
    • NoteBoth front tyres are slightly perished.
    • NoteFront too rear brake pipe is rusty.
    • NoteN/s seat belt webbing is in poor condition.

  17. Fail51,701 miles (+987)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,701 miles
    Test number
    668036775105
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are slightly perished.
    • NoteFront too rear brake pipe is rusty.
    • NoteN/s seat belt webbing is in poor condition.

  18. Pass50,714 miles (+2,434)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    50,714 miles
    Test number
    416785174175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,280 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    48,280 miles
    Test number
    366578473140
    • NoteAll round tyres perished

  20. Fail48,280 miles (+4,027)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,280 miles
    Test number
    817858373107
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteAll round tyres perished

  21. Pass44,253 miles (+2,587)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    44,253 miles
    Test number
    948047772127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,666 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    41,666 miles
    Test number
    595679271128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,654 miles (+4,336)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,654 miles
    Test number
    505238271175
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass37,318 miles (+3)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    37,318 miles
    Test number
    781671080112
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s mirror cracked

  25. Fail37,315 miles (+4,436)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,315 miles
    Test number
    911739370132
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s mirror cracked

  26. Pass32,879 miles (+2,393)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    32,879 miles
    Test number
    254405179197
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  27. Pass30,486 miles (+2,903)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    30,486 miles
    Test number
    521316478151
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  28. Pass27,583 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    27,583 miles
    Test number
    501696777150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail27,577 miles (+4,142)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,577 miles
    Test number
    351988757142
    • FailureCentre Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteMirror on the offside is cracked but still usable

  30. Pass23,435 miles (+5,332)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    23,435 miles
    Test number
    384759256162
    • NoteO/s door mirror cracked

  31. Pass18,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    18,103 miles
    Test number
    683291165124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail18,003 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,003 miles
    Test number
    142251365144
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFront wiper blades split but clearing screen.
    • NoteOSF mirror glass cracked but veiw to rear not serverely affected.

Questions about Y887 DFX

Does Y887 DFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y887 DFX is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y887 DFX?
The MOT on Y887 DFX is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y887 DFX done?
Y887 DFX was recorded at 100,504 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 3,918 miles a year.
Has Y887 DFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y887 DFX has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on Y887 DFX 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 Y887 DFX find?
Y887 DFX passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive; power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage, and 1 more.

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