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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

YSL 400MOT history

YSL 400 is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 May 1996. Its MOT expired on 27 Sept 2024 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 156,773 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Sept 2023.

YSL 400 red 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 27 Sept 2024
Mileage
156,773 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2023
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
YSL 400
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
21 May 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

YSL 400 was last recorded at 156,773 miles on 28 Sept 2023, 15,879 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,894 miles · 7 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
15,879 miles
Average per year
2,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 156,773 miles
  • 2021 – 140,894 miles
  • 2015 – 140,804 miles
  • 2014 – 139,455 miles
  • 2013 – 138,794 miles
  • 2012 – 137,648 miles
  • 2011 – 127,145 miles
  • 2010 – 127,145 miles
  • 2009 – 125,678 miles
  • 2008 – 124,432 miles
  • 2007 – 120,218 miles
  • 2006 – 113,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,773 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,773 miles (+15,879)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    156,773 miles
    Test number
    901992585295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  2. Pass140,894 miles (+90)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    140,894 miles
    Test number
    373764136688
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass140,804 miles (+1,349)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    140,804 miles
    Test number
    495373874712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass139,455 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    139,455 miles
    Test number
    375017624287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  5. Fail139,455 miles (+661)15 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,455 miles
    Test number
    356674024436
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  6. Pass138,794 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    138,794 miles
    Test number
    498381423255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail138,779 miles (+1,131)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,779 miles
    Test number
    857964513237
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  8. Pass137,648 miles (+10,503)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    137,648 miles
    Test number
    935569852057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass127,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    127,145 miles
    Test number
    149485601422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail127,145 miles (+1,467)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,145 miles
    Test number
    584585150300
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front 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 prop joints

  11. Pass125,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    125,678 miles
    Test number
    202830119217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail125,678 miles (+1,246)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,678 miles
    Test number
    391338609215
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureTrack rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  13. Pass124,432 miles (+4,214)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    124,432 miles
    Test number
    902595738202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass120,218 miles (+6,582)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    120,218 miles
    Test number
    374662927240
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass113,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    113,636 miles
    Test number
    391653816266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about YSL 400

What vehicle is registration YSL 400 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show YSL 400 on a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 21 May 1996. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does YSL 400 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on YSL 400 expired on 27 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on YSL 400?
The MOT on YSL 400 expired on 27 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has YSL 400 done?
YSL 400 was recorded at 156,773 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2023, an average of 2,514 miles a year.
Has YSL 400 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. YSL 400 has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2014.
Has the mileage on YSL 400 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 YSL 400 find?
YSL 400 passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2023 with 7 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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