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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

Y896 XBNMOT history

Y896 XBN is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 114,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2026.

Y896 XBN 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 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
114,961 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,149 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y896 XBN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y896 XBN was last recorded at 114,961 miles on 25 Jul 2026, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,931 miles · 16 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
4,149 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,961 miles
  • 2025 – 109,297 miles
  • 2024 – 103,122 miles
  • 2023 – 100,952 miles
  • 2021 – 99,115 miles
  • 2020 – 97,478 miles
  • 2019 – 94,215 miles
  • 2018 – 91,330 miles
  • 2017 – 89,992 miles
  • 2016 – 89,826 miles
  • 2015 – 87,746 miles
  • 2014 – 85,114 miles
  • 2013 – 81,166 miles
  • 2012 – 73,659 miles
  • 2011 – 67,445 miles
  • 2010 – 61,450 miles
  • 2009 – 53,282 miles
  • 2008 – 43,818 miles
  • 2007 – 37,357 miles
  • 2006 – 31,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,961 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brakepipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,961 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    114,961 miles
    Test number
    810201377777
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail114,931 miles (+5,634)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,931 miles
    Test number
    131637827202
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass109,297 miles (+143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    109,297 miles
    Test number
    364625117557
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail109,154 miles (+6,032)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,154 miles
    Test number
    398288878140
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering box insecure both bottom bolts loose (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass103,122 miles (+2,170)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    103,122 miles
    Test number
    865898560670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass100,952 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    100,952 miles
    Test number
    691081606874
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brakepipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail100,951 miles (+1)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,951 miles
    Test number
    965880882552
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brakepipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail100,950 miles (+1,835)9 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,950 miles
    Test number
    998780589485
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension unit leaking hub seal (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Other passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass99,115 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    99,115 miles
    Test number
    729579300648
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail99,107 miles (+1,629)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,107 miles
    Test number
    170493884732
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass97,478 miles (+3,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    97,478 miles
    Test number
    417253673220
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to chassis

  12. Pass94,215 miles (+2,885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    94,215 miles
    Test number
    578073867210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass91,330 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    91,330 miles
    Test number
    523682500098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail91,325 miles (+1,333)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,325 miles
    Test number
    623943273658
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users offside rear of engine, fuel leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass89,992 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    89,992 miles
    Test number
    728161558920
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak hub swivel seal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bump stop securing brackets corroded and loose

  16. Fail89,984 miles (+158)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,984 miles
    Test number
    674114485853
    • FailureBrake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking engine bay (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak hub swivel seal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bump stop securing brackets corroded and loose

  17. Pass89,826 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    89,826 miles
    Test number
    378556397377
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail89,826 miles (+2,080)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,826 miles
    Test number
    730655804114
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass87,746 miles (+135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    87,746 miles
    Test number
    308935605443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Fail87,611 miles (+2,497)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,611 miles
    Test number
    935836795177
    • FailureBrake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass85,114 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    85,114 miles
    Test number
    826322994195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail85,063 miles (+3,897)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,063 miles
    Test number
    266242384115
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass81,166 miles (+7,507)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    81,166 miles
    Test number
    458017483158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass73,659 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    73,659 miles
    Test number
    726188402259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail73,648 miles (+6,203)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,648 miles
    Test number
    407956082199
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

  26. Pass67,445 miles (+5,995)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    67,445 miles
    Test number
    518368961186
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass61,450 miles (+8,168)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    61,450 miles
    Test number
    251005260463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass53,282 miles (+9,464)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    53,282 miles
    Test number
    754058169144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass43,818 miles (+6,461)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    43,818 miles
    Test number
    644435588159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass37,357 miles (+5,631)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,357 miles
    Test number
    711463987161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass31,726 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    31,726 miles
    Test number
    603704086189
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y896 XBN

Does Y896 XBN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y896 XBN is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y896 XBN?
The MOT on Y896 XBN is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y896 XBN done?
Y896 XBN was recorded at 114,961 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2026, an average of 4,149 miles a year.
Has Y896 XBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y896 XBN has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y896 XBN 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 Y896 XBN find?
Y896 XBN passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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