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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,495 cc

Y8 MRVMOT history

Y8 MRV is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 184,918 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

Y8 MRV grey 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 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
184,918 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,055 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 MRV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 MRV was last recorded at 184,918 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,910 miles · 13 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
8,055 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,918 miles
  • 2025 – 178,297 miles
  • 2024 – 171,243 miles
  • 2023 – 165,361 miles
  • 2022 – 159,292 miles
  • 2021 – 154,087 miles
  • 2020 – 148,260 miles
  • 2019 – 142,872 miles
  • 2018 – 136,158 miles
  • 2017 – 128,351 miles
  • 2016 – 118,645 miles
  • 2015 – 110,196 miles
  • 2014 – 99,861 miles
  • 2013 – 90,858 miles
  • 2012 – 82,887 miles
  • 2011 – 70,920 miles
  • 2010 – 60,250 miles
  • 2009 – 49,704 miles
  • 2008 – 39,961 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,918 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively splines worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear axle offside bump stop rubber missing

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Exhaust catalyst baffles loose

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,918 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    184,918 miles
    Test number
    996107463676
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively splines worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  2. Fail184,910 miles (+6,613)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,910 miles
    Test number
    422465622629
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively splines worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  3. Pass178,297 miles (+7,054)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    178,297 miles
    Test number
    771684253379
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flange corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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. Pass171,243 miles (+5,882)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    171,243 miles
    Test number
    723476373510
    • 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))

  5. Pass165,361 miles (+6,069)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    165,361 miles
    Test number
    952342193718
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Steering box drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Over axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Over axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Bump stop missing

  6. Pass159,292 miles (+5,205)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    159,292 miles
    Test number
    469051093267
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Joint on drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumpstops missing

  7. Pass154,087 miles (+13)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    154,087 miles
    Test number
    834295327537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust catalyst baffles loose
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear axle offside bump stop rubber missing
    • AdvisoryTransfer box leaking oil

  8. Fail154,074 miles (+5,814)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,074 miles
    Test number
    355978477867
    • MajorCentral Seat belt not functioning as intended buried under seat? (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust catalyst baffles loose
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear axle offside bump stop rubber missing
    • AdvisoryTransfer box leaking oil

  9. Pass148,260 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    148,260 miles
    Test number
    884615414634
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle offside bump stop rubber missing
    • AdvisoryExhaust catalyst baffles loose
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside front axle kingpin swivel seals leaking

  10. Fail148,257 miles (+5,385)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,257 miles
    Test number
    105790528386
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached lower attachment detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended stuck below limit (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle offside bump stop rubber missing
    • AdvisoryExhaust catalyst baffles loose
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside front axle kingpin swivel seals leaking

  11. Pass142,872 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    142,872 miles
    Test number
    512283697603
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear above chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust catalyst baffles loose
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside front hub swivel seals leaking
    • AdvisoryRear axle offside bump stop rubber missing

  12. Fail142,870 miles (+6,712)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,870 miles
    Test number
    471058226346
    • MajorCentral Seat belt retracting mechanism defective stuck under seat (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear above chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust catalyst baffles loose
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside front hub swivel seals leaking
    • AdvisoryRear axle offside bump stop rubber missing

  13. Pass136,158 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    136,158 miles
    Test number
    938032334685
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle offside bump stop rubber missing
    • AdvisoryBoth front kingpin swivel seals leaking

  14. Fail136,157 miles (+7,806)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,157 miles
    Test number
    478780496843
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle offside bump stop rubber missing
    • AdvisoryBoth front kingpin swivel seals leaking

  15. Pass128,351 miles (+9,706)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    128,351 miles
    Test number
    249180499509
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades deteriorated

  16. Pass118,645 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    118,645 miles
    Test number
    802809191837
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Fail118,642 miles (+8,446)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,642 miles
    Test number
    396797669754
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureUpper Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint steering column (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass110,196 miles (+10,335)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    110,196 miles
    Test number
    293857054254
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Steering box drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle bump stop rubber missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Pass99,861 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    99,861 miles
    Test number
    479538854267
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Fail99,860 miles (+9,002)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,860 miles
    Test number
    356208954417
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass90,858 miles (+7,971)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    90,858 miles
    Test number
    405580083229
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass82,887 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    82,887 miles
    Test number
    596783682251
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail82,884 miles (+11,964)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,884 miles
    Test number
    325523082277
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass70,920 miles (+10,670)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    70,920 miles
    Test number
    297324381209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,250 miles (+10,546)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    60,250 miles
    Test number
    600384980228
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass49,704 miles (+9,743)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    49,704 miles
    Test number
    152436589212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass39,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    39,961 miles
    Test number
    644699488284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y8 MRV

Does Y8 MRV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 MRV is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 MRV?
The MOT on Y8 MRV is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 MRV done?
Y8 MRV was recorded at 184,918 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 8,055 miles a year.
Has Y8 MRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 MRV has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y8 MRV 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 Y8 MRV find?
Y8 MRV passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; rear prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively splines worn.

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