YCV1 - LAND ROVER DEFENDER
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 15 days ago
The Land Rover Defender, often simply referred to as the Defender, is an iconic off-road vehicle renowned for its rugged durability and exceptional capability. Manufactured by Land Rover, a British brand with a rich history dating back to 1948, the Defender has become a symbol of adventure and resilience. Introduced in 1983 and continuously evolved, the latest models feature advanced technology alongside traditional off-road prowess. Core features include a robust chassis, impressive ground clearance, and sophisticated four-wheel-drive systems, making it suitable for challenging terrains. Its distinctive design and reputation for reliability have cemented the Defender’s status as a versatile vehicle for both work and leisure.
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Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 29 MOT tests
This Land Rover Defender, registration YCV1, was manufactured in 1997 and first registered in December 1997. It has a blue exterior and is equipped with a 2,495cc diesel engine. The vehicle's current MOT is valid until 7 November 2025, with the latest test conducted on 8 November 2024; there are no advisory notes. The recorded mileage is 118,840 miles. The vehicle is currently taxed. No specific information on CO2 emissions is available. Overall, the vehicle is in MOT-compliant condition with no noted mechanical issues from the latest test.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
29
Passed Tests
17
Failed Tests
12
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 08 November 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 118,840 mi
Expires: 07 November 2025
Failed - 05 September 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 118,782 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- Major Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Major Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- Major Nearside Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Inner and outer adjacent to radius arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Major Offside Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Radius arm area (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Major Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Major Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Passed - 08 December 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 117,765 mi
Expires: 07 December 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory o-s & n-s front seat belts,frayed
- Advisory slight play in n-s front wheel bearing.
- Advisory o-s front & n-s front brake hose ferules corroded
- Advisory slight oil leak from front of vehicle
Failed - 07 December 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 117,763 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory o-s & n-s front seat belts,frayed
- Advisory slight play in n-s front wheel bearing.
- Advisory o-s front & n-s front brake hose ferules corroded
- Advisory slight oil leak from front of vehicle
Passed - 05 June 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 114,786 mi
Expires: 04 June 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Passed - 05 August 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 112,357 mi
Expires: 04 August 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory o-s stop lamp working intermittently
Passed - 11 July 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 107,270 mi
Expires: 10 July 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both front seat belts (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Failed - 01 June 2018 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 107,264 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- Dangerous Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded within 30cm of brake servo mounting (1.1.21 (e) (i))
- Major Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- Major Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Passed - 11 April 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 101,149 mi
Expires: 10 April 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- Advisory Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- Advisory front wheel bearing n-s has slight play
Failed - 17 March 2017 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 101,118 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassiss (2.4.A.3)
- Dangerous Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.6.6)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- Advisory Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- Advisory Offside Rear Vehicle structure fractured not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting chassis (6.6.6)
- Advisory Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Passed - 22 February 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 94,308 mi
Expires: 08 March 2017
Failed - 19 February 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 94,291 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- Major Nearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Major Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Passed - 19 February 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 92,285 mi
Expires: 08 March 2016
Passed - 17 February 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 89,997 mi
Expires: 08 March 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Passed - 26 February 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 87,845 mi
Expires: 08 March 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Failed - 20 February 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 87,836 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
- Major Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Major Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
- Major Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
- Major Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
- Major Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Passed - 09 March 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 84,783 mi
Expires: 08 March 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- Advisory Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Passed - 19 April 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 81,109 mi
Expires: 29 April 2012
Failed - 16 April 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 81,109 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
- Major Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Major Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Passed - 29 April 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 76,257 mi
Expires: 29 April 2011
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Advisory Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- Advisory Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Failed - 29 April 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 76,257 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Advisory Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- Advisory Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Passed - 30 April 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 17,288 mi
Expires: 29 April 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
Failed - 28 April 2009 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 17,288 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
- Dangerous Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- Major Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
- Advisory Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Passed - 16 April 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 64,808 mi
Expires: 26 April 2009
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Front Steering component damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
- Advisory Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Advisory Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Failed - 15 April 2008 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 64,806 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- Dangerous Upper Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Front Steering component damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
- Advisory Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Advisory Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Passed - 27 April 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 59,122 mi
Expires: 26 April 2008
Failed - 26 April 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 59,122 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
- Major Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- Major Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- Major Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- Advisory Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
- Advisory Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Failed - 27 April 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 52,840 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
- Major Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
- Major Horn not working (1.6.2a)
- Major Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
Passed - 27 April 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 52,840 mi
Expires: 26 April 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for YCV1?
The MOT expires on 07 November 2025.
What is the tax status of YCV1?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 November 2025.
What are the specifications of YCV1?
This is a 1997 LAND ROVER DEFENDER in Blue. It runs on Diesel with a 2495cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of YCV1?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.