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Land Rover 90

Red · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L46 VSMMOT history

L46 VSM is a red diesel Land Rover 90 first used on 20 Oct 1993. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 220,217 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
220,217 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,134 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L46 VSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
90
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
20 Oct 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L46 VSM was last recorded at 220,217 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 1,809 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,408 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,809 miles
Average per year
4,134 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 220,217 miles
  • 2025 – 218,408 miles
  • 2024 – 216,276 miles
  • 2023 – 213,313 miles
  • 2022 – 208,584 miles
  • 2021 – 203,416 miles
  • 2020 – 199,353 miles
  • 2019 – 195,999 miles
  • 2018 – 193,214 miles
  • 2017 – 190,139 miles
  • 2016 – 189,082 miles
  • 2015 – 187,571 miles
  • 2014 – 183,705 miles
  • 2013 – 181,159 miles
  • 2012 – 178,755 miles
  • 2011 – 174,427 miles
  • 2010 – 161,913 miles
  • 2008 – 155,145 miles
  • 2007 – 147,610 miles
  • 2006 – 135,400 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,217 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Coil spring corroded all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage on crossmember

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Steering arm deformed but serviceable

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Steering system lightly rubbing front steering arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,217 miles (+1,809)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    220,217 miles
    Test number
    522734234080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass218,408 miles (+2,132)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    218,408 miles
    Test number
    886554709497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass216,276 miles (+2,963)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    216,276 miles
    Test number
    204930805791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass213,313 miles (+4,729)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    213,313 miles
    Test number
    180544041915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass208,584 miles (+5,168)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    208,584 miles
    Test number
    531388456140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass203,416 miles (+4,063)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    203,416 miles
    Test number
    107604235727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass199,353 miles (+3,354)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    199,353 miles
    Test number
    999828500639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass195,999 miles (+2,785)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    195,999 miles
    Test number
    516196361590
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass193,214 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    193,214 miles
    Test number
    425387342013
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage on crossmember (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system lightly rubbing front steering arm (2.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront swivel hub seals both leaking

  10. Fail193,211 miles (+3,072)2 dangerous8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,211 miles
    Test number
    425649518918
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire at injector (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working when brake pedal pressed (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage on crossmember (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system lightly rubbing front steering arm (2.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront swivel hub seals both leaking

  11. Pass190,139 miles (+1,057)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    190,139 miles
    Test number
    896108656713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass189,082 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    189,082 miles
    Test number
    338457096403
    • AdvisorySlight noise from o/s/f wheel bearing

  13. Fail189,082 miles (+1,511)11 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,082 miles
    Test number
    728020486810
    • FailureAdditional braking device insecure transfer brake drum (3.6.I.1)
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play steering box drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Brake valve leaking under bonnet (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play hub assembly (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront prop uj worn
    • AdvisorySlight noise from o/s/f wheel bearing

  14. Pass187,571 miles (+330)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    187,571 miles
    Test number
    657933485064
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  15. Fail187,241 miles (+3,536)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,241 miles
    Test number
    917910775020
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass183,705 miles (+2,546)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    183,705 miles
    Test number
    925284584009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass181,159 miles (+2,404)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    181,159 miles
    Test number
    828050473049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass178,755 miles (+4,328)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    178,755 miles
    Test number
    398889552049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass174,427 miles (+12,514)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    174,427 miles
    Test number
    279913471087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass161,913 miles (+6,768)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    161,913 miles
    Test number
    420881320086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass155,145 miles (+2)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    155,145 miles
    Test number
    172566898440
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing
    • NoteHandbrake lever pivot point worn

  22. Fail155,143 miles (+7,533)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,143 miles
    Test number
    932054498048
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing
    • NoteHandbrake lever pivot point worn

  23. Pass147,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    147,610 miles
    Test number
    140519107194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail147,601 miles (+12,201)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,601 miles
    Test number
    342759907147
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass135,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    135,400 miles
    Test number
    252255846038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L46 VSM

Does L46 VSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L46 VSM is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L46 VSM?
The MOT on L46 VSM is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L46 VSM done?
L46 VSM was recorded at 220,217 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 4,134 miles a year.
Has L46 VSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L46 VSM has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2018.
Has the mileage on L46 VSM 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 L46 VSM find?
L46 VSM passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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