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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y887 GAAMOT history

Y887 GAA is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 132,386 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2023.

Y887 GAA green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2024
Mileage
132,386 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,024 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y887 GAA
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
30 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y887 GAA was last recorded at 132,386 miles on 18 Oct 2023, 2,916 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,470 miles · 14 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
2,916 miles
Average per year
5,024 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,386 miles
  • 2022 – 129,470 miles
  • 2021 – 126,719 miles
  • 2020 – 124,557 miles
  • 2019 – 123,027 miles
  • 2018 – 120,880 miles
  • 2017 – 116,491 miles
  • 2016 – 115,251 miles
  • 2015 – 112,117 miles
  • 2014 – 107,182 miles
  • 2013 – 102,641 miles
  • 2012 – 94,996 miles
  • 2011 – 87,873 miles
  • 2010 – 79,191 miles
  • 2009 – 70,310 miles
  • 2008 – 59,733 miles
  • 2007 – 52,199 miles
  • 2006 – 45,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,386 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • All brake pipes corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,386 miles (+2,916)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    132,386 miles
    Test number
    872948648846
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass129,470 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    129,470 miles
    Test number
    809657186204
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front cracked but readable (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy both front (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded
  3. Fail129,470 miles (+2,751)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,470 miles
    Test number
    860600135386
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front cracked but readable (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy both front (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded
  4. Pass126,719 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    126,719 miles
    Test number
    452557794734
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded
  5. Fail126,690 miles (+2,133)1 dangerous1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,690 miles
    Test number
    435841718076
    • DangerousSteering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings steering damper bush missing (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint has excessive play steering box to steering arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded
  6. Pass124,557 miles (+1,530)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    124,557 miles
    Test number
    115926638993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass123,027 miles (+2,147)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    123,027 miles
    Test number
    708962339197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass120,880 miles (+4,389)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    120,880 miles
    Test number
    636969199677
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFitted with over size wheels and archs
  9. Pass116,491 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    116,491 miles
    Test number
    622501192158
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
  10. Fail116,490 miles (+1,239)7 failures17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,490 miles
    Test number
    679329925006
    • FailureNearside Rear Electrical wiring deteriorated and bare wires exposed tailgate hinge (1.9.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view Also parks in centre off windscreen when turned off, requires adjusting (8.2.1c)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working Both rear lamps (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front half shaft leaking and have bolts missing (broken off)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid (black) change recommended!
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre mirror missing
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak (rocker cover area)
    • AdvisoryFront position lamps damaged and repaired with tape
    • AdvisoryHazard switch incomplete but works
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front washer jet misaligned
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Characters (Y),(7) and (8) affected and just about readable (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak very wet but not dripping (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryTransfer box has slight oil leak
  11. Pass115,251 miles (+3,134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    115,251 miles
    Test number
    607393924120
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  12. Pass112,117 miles (+4,935)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    112,117 miles
    Test number
    188980895172
    • NoteO/s/f halfshaft bolt missing
  13. Pass107,182 miles (+18)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    107,182 miles
    Test number
    315641094128
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteFront and rear propshalft u-js worn
  14. Fail107,164 miles (+4,523)1 dangerous7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,164 miles
    Test number
    206718384180
    • DangerousNearside Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFront and rear propshalft u-js worn
  15. Pass102,641 miles (+18)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    102,641 miles
    Test number
    675623293171
    • AdvisoryNearside Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (4.2.B.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront prop u/j worn
    • NoteRear prop rear u/j very worn
  16. Fail102,623 miles (+7,627)3 dangerous8 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,623 miles
    Test number
    858669673185
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • DangerousParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureFront Steering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (4.2.B.5)
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront prop u/j worn
    • NoteRear prop rear u/j very worn
  17. Pass94,996 miles (+27)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    94,996 miles
    Test number
    999154182163
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCrack to drivers mirror
    • NoteDrivers seat damaged
    • NoteOffside front light lens broken
    • NoteSmall hole in offside headlamp
  18. Fail94,969 miles (+7,096)14 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,969 miles
    Test number
    297672772458
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake stationary pin locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCrack to drivers mirror
    • NoteDrivers seat damaged
    • NoteOffside front light lens broken
    • NoteSmall hole in offside headlamp
  19. Pass87,873 miles (+8,682)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    87,873 miles
    Test number
    625780461168
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  20. Pass79,191 miles (+8,881)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    79,191 miles
    Test number
    473555660162
    • AdvisoryFront Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
  21. Pass70,310 miles (+21)1 advisory12 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    70,310 miles
    Test number
    433452869105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDampness signs around brake master cylinder and brake pipes but no leaks under pressure when applied
    • NoteNearside front tyre has some grease all over inner tyre wall
    • NoteOil leaks under engine area
    • NoteRear fog lamp lens slightly damaged
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes slightly corroded in places
    • NoteRear tie bar bushes slightly worn
    • NoteSlight advanced travell on handbrake lever
    • NoteSlight wear in rear upper shock absorber bushes (both sides)
    • NoteSlight wear in steering damper bush (offside)
    • NoteSlight wear in steering drop arm ball joint and rubber dust cover detatched
    • NoteSurface corrosion to underbody in places
    • NoteUnderbody and chassis is very dirty in places
  22. Fail70,289 miles (+10,556)6 failures1 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,289 miles
    Test number
    354166549120
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront axle breather pipe snapped
    • NoteNsf tyre starting to get low on tread
    • NoteRear fog lamp cracked
    • NoteSlight corrosion to underbody
  23. Pass59,733 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    59,733 miles
    Test number
    373359558147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail59,716 miles (+7,517)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,716 miles
    Test number
    392030058112
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  25. Pass52,199 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    52,199 miles
    Test number
    252047957173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail52,189 miles (+7,030)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,189 miles
    Test number
    951162257112
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre side walls in poor condition
    • NoteRear s/absr bushes worn
  27. Pass45,159 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    45,159 miles
    Test number
    741289156120
    • NoteBoth rear s/absr lower bushes in poor condition
    • NoteCut in outer side wall of n/s/f tyre but not exposing inner cord
    • NoteFront no. plate in poor condition
    • NoteO/s/r tyre side walls in poor condition
    • NotePlay in n/s/f king pin
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

Questions about Y887 GAA

Does Y887 GAA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y887 GAA expired on 17 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y887 GAA?
The MOT on Y887 GAA expired on 17 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y887 GAA done?
Y887 GAA was recorded at 132,386 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2023, an average of 5,024 miles a year.
Has Y887 GAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y887 GAA has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on Y887 GAA 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 GAA find?
Y887 GAA passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2023 with 3 advisories: coil spring corroded all; offside front wheel bearing has slight play; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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