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Green · Diesel · 2008 · 2,401 cc

L90 ABHMOT history

L90 ABH is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 48,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

L90 ABH green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
48,004 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,663 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 ABH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L90 ABH was last recorded at 48,004 miles on 27 Oct 2026, 2,089 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,915 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,089 miles
Average per year
2,663 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,004 miles
  • 2025 – 45,915 miles
  • 2024 – 44,071 miles
  • 2023 – 42,000 miles
  • 2022 – 38,857 miles
  • 2021 – 34,585 miles
  • 2020 – 32,287 miles
  • 2019 – 29,226 miles
  • 2018 – 24,492 miles
  • 2017 – 20,567 miles
  • 2016 – 17,539 miles
  • 2015 – 15,092 miles
  • 2014 – 13,483 miles
  • 2013 – 12,392 miles
  • 2012 – 10,809 miles
  • 2011 – 8,003 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail48,004 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail48,004 miles (+2,089)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,004 miles
    Test number
    490742660060
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass45,915 miles (+1,844)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    45,915 miles
    Test number
    524582832117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass44,071 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    44,071 miles
    Test number
    624695108267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail44,066 miles (+2,066)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,066 miles
    Test number
    292478848411
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Onto caliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Before flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass42,000 miles (+3,143)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    42,000 miles
    Test number
    423366813671
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass38,857 miles (+4,272)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    38,857 miles
    Test number
    286216636422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass34,585 miles (+2,298)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    34,585 miles
    Test number
    938299766874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass32,287 miles (+3,061)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    32,287 miles
    Test number
    169288895183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass29,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    29,226 miles
    Test number
    274435011876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail29,226 miles (+4,734)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,226 miles
    Test number
    923834770678
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass24,492 miles (+3,925)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    24,492 miles
    Test number
    509300573998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass20,567 miles (+3,028)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    20,567 miles
    Test number
    539170422755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass17,539 miles (+2,447)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    17,539 miles
    Test number
    474704033455
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect brake pipes covered in grease

  14. Pass15,092 miles (+1,609)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    15,092 miles
    Test number
    390047508538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass13,483 miles (+1,091)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    13,483 miles
    Test number
    447590594283
    • NoteOil leak from nearside front axle end seal

  16. Pass12,392 miles (+1,583)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    12,392 miles
    Test number
    248620493288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass10,809 miles (+2,806)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    10,809 miles
    Test number
    385762092493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    8,003 miles
    Test number
    315633291267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 ABH

Does L90 ABH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 ABH is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on L90 ABH?
The MOT on L90 ABH is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 ABH done?
L90 ABH was recorded at 48,004 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2026, an average of 2,663 miles a year.
Has L90 ABH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 ABH has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 ABH 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 L90 ABH find?
L90 ABH failed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2026 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm, and 7 more.

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