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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

L90 ABTMOT history

L90 ABT is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 127,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

L90 ABT green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
127,091 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,113 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 ABT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 ABT was last recorded at 127,091 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 4,511 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,580 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,511 miles
Average per year
3,113 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,091 miles
  • 2025 – 122,580 miles
  • 2024 – 115,284 miles
  • 2023 – 109,996 miles
  • 2022 – 105,333 miles
  • 2020 – 104,981 miles
  • 2019 – 103,828 miles
  • 2017 – 103,459 miles
  • 2015 – 102,388 miles
  • 2014 – 101,053 miles
  • 2013 – 100,492 miles
  • 2012 – 95,824 miles
  • 2010 – 87,721 miles
  • 2009 – 84,040 miles
  • 2008 – 81,381 miles
  • 2007 – 77,219 miles
  • 2006 – 65,812 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,091 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulk head behind brake servo (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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 Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,091 miles (+4,511)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    127,091 miles
    Test number
    908277382664
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulk head behind brake servo (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass122,580 miles (+43)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    122,580 miles
    Test number
    472619344365
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to wheel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective pipe /mount corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail122,537 miles (+7,253)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,537 miles
    Test number
    693629694514
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass115,284 miles (+5,288)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    115,284 miles
    Test number
    164532456480
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass109,996 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    109,996 miles
    Test number
    885213436617
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail109,996 miles (+4,663)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,996 miles
    Test number
    501721623463
    • MajorOffside Drag 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass105,333 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    105,333 miles
    Test number
    336893594316
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Anti roll bar bushes slightly perishing both sides but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail105,333 miles (+352)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,333 miles
    Test number
    966544676043
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Anti roll bar bushes slightly perishing both sides but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass104,981 miles (+1,153)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    104,981 miles
    Test number
    800522101014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass103,828 miles (+369)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    103,828 miles
    Test number
    381839259303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass103,459 miles (+476)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    103,459 miles
    Test number
    590246232757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,983 miles (+595)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    102,983 miles
    Test number
    525926735118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,388 miles (+1,335)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    102,388 miles
    Test number
    627861702157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass101,053 miles (+561)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    101,053 miles
    Test number
    417445194205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass100,492 miles (+4,668)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    100,492 miles
    Test number
    558150053147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass95,824 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    95,824 miles
    Test number
    536170282192
    • NoteSlite play in rear A frame ball joint

  17. Fail95,824 miles (+8,103)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,824 miles
    Test number
    159989072110
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlite play in rear A frame ball joint

  18. Pass87,721 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    87,721 miles
    Test number
    110319370270
    • NoteRear brakes poor effort

  19. Fail87,719 miles (+3,679)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,719 miles
    Test number
    581549670274
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass84,040 miles (+2,659)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    84,040 miles
    Test number
    454952139316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass81,381 miles (+4,162)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    81,381 miles
    Test number
    582491958333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass77,219 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    77,219 miles
    Test number
    230244357381
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Fail77,219 miles (+11,407)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,219 miles
    Test number
    612584757315
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass65,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    65,812 miles
    Test number
    892824396102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail65,812 miles1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,812 miles
    Test number
    864413996134
    • DangerousAxle swivel joint has excessive play in a ball joint (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about L90 ABT

Does L90 ABT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 ABT is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 ABT?
The MOT on L90 ABT is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 ABT done?
L90 ABT was recorded at 127,091 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 3,113 miles a year.
Has L90 ABT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 ABT has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 ABT 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 ABT find?
L90 ABT passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear; front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulk head behind brake servo; nearside front seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing, and 1 more.

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