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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

L90 ABJMOT history

L90 ABJ is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 163,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

L90 ABJ blue 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 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
163,227 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,171 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 ABJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 ABJ was last recorded at 163,227 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 2,066 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,161 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,066 miles
Average per year
6,171 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,227 miles
  • 2025 – 161,161 miles
  • 2024 – 160,208 miles
  • 2022 – 155,456 miles
  • 2021 – 152,541 miles
  • 2020 – 149,205 miles
  • 2019 – 142,403 miles
  • 2018 – 135,668 miles
  • 2017 – 129,400 miles
  • 2016 – 122,065 miles
  • 2015 – 115,940 miles
  • 2014 – 109,543 miles
  • 2013 – 103,707 miles
  • 2012 – 97,010 miles
  • 2011 – 91,082 miles
  • 2010 – 90,581 miles
  • 2009 – 78,542 miles
  • 2008 – 64,474 miles
  • 2007 – 47,839 miles
  • 2006 – 40,825 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,227 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.

  • Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component box

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,227 miles (+2,066)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    163,227 miles
    Test number
    301925380364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass161,161 miles (+953)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    161,161 miles
    Test number
    211186314829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass160,208 miles (+4,752)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    160,208 miles
    Test number
    229711717212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass155,456 miles (+2,915)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    155,456 miles
    Test number
    144714139273
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront hubs slight oil leak from seals

  5. Pass152,541 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    152,541 miles
    Test number
    402785829621
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  6. Fail152,541 miles (+3,336)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,541 miles
    Test number
    566994036662
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  7. Pass149,205 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    149,205 miles
    Test number
    435486994095
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail149,205 miles (+6,802)3 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,205 miles
    Test number
    771851141272
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass142,403 miles (+183)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    142,403 miles
    Test number
    226807534739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Fail142,220 miles (+6,552)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,220 miles
    Test number
    578748756175
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass135,668 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    135,668 miles
    Test number
    895542686838
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component box area (2.3.3b)

  12. Fail135,668 miles (+6,268)2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,668 miles
    Test number
    693863497092
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component box area (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass129,400 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    129,400 miles
    Test number
    805348770938
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component box area (2.3.3b)

  14. Fail129,400 miles (+7,335)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,400 miles
    Test number
    640112636298
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component box area (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass122,065 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    122,065 miles
    Test number
    432971218744
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Fail122,065 miles (+6,125)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,065 miles
    Test number
    909659872865
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Pass115,940 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    115,940 miles
    Test number
    507260515133
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail115,940 miles (+6,397)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,940 miles
    Test number
    459640115108
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass109,543 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    109,543 miles
    Test number
    818294814131
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Fail109,543 miles (+5,836)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,543 miles
    Test number
    588194714124
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass103,707 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    103,707 miles
    Test number
    756782613100
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  22. Fail103,707 miles (+6,697)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,707 miles
    Test number
    339012813190
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  23. Pass97,010 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    97,010 miles
    Test number
    295764712179
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  24. Fail97,010 miles (+5,928)1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,010 miles
    Test number
    365054112144
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  25. Pass91,082 miles (+501)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    91,082 miles
    Test number
    158619701172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass90,581 miles (+12,039)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    90,581 miles
    Test number
    983717510162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass78,542 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    78,542 miles
    Test number
    734557119134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail78,529 miles (+793)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,529 miles
    Test number
    370092419153
    • FailureFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

  29. Fail77,736 miles (+13,262)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,736 miles
    Test number
    733176799068
    • FailureNearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

  30. Pass64,474 miles (+16,635)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    64,474 miles
    Test number
    700824818141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass47,839 miles (+7,014)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    47,839 miles
    Test number
    844201507180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass40,825 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    40,825 miles
    Test number
    683158816156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAdvise both front tracktor units are leaking
    • NoteAdvise nearside front tyre starting to perish
    • NoteAdvise offside front tyre starting to crack and perish
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about L90 ABJ

Does L90 ABJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 ABJ is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 ABJ?
The MOT on L90 ABJ is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 ABJ done?
L90 ABJ was recorded at 163,227 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 6,171 miles a year.
Has L90 ABJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 ABJ has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on L90 ABJ 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 ABJ find?
L90 ABJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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