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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L90 ADJMOT history

L90 ADJ is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Oct 1993. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 237,358 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

L90 ADJ grey 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 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
237,358 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,188 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 ADJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
29 Oct 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 ADJ was last recorded at 237,358 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 7,315 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Nov 2018: 150,615 miles, lower than 181,403 miles on 28 Nov 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
230,043 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,315 miles
Average per year
8,188 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 237,358 miles
  • 2025 – 230,043 miles
  • 2024 – 216,264 miles
  • 2023 – 203,092 miles
  • 2022 – 189,382 miles
  • 2021 – 176,928 miles
  • 2020 – 166,125 miles
  • 2018 – 150,615 miles
  • 2017 – 181,403 miles
  • 2016 – 166,559 miles
  • 2015 – 140,452 miles
  • 2014 – 116,560 miles
  • 2013 – 94,127 miles
  • 2011 – 94,123 miles
  • 2010 – 89,447 miles
  • 2009 – 85,797 miles
  • 2008 – 82,077 miles
  • 2007 – 75,836 miles
  • 2006 – 68,242 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass237,358 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 Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass237,358 miles (+7,315)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    237,358 miles
    Test number
    357433028069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass230,043 miles (+13,779)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    230,043 miles
    Test number
    134753657131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass216,264 miles (+13,172)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    216,264 miles
    Test number
    544995089029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass203,092 miles (+13,710)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    203,092 miles
    Test number
    495319176140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass189,382 miles (+12,454)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    189,382 miles
    Test number
    400762624427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass176,928 miles (+10,803)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    176,928 miles
    Test number
    989009996458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass166,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    166,125 miles
    Test number
    275758708472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail166,125 miles (+15,510)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,125 miles
    Test number
    799331062288
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass150,615 miles (-30,788)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    150,615 miles
    Test number
    601859322093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass181,403 miles (+14,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    181,403 miles
    Test number
    915438127479
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  11. Pass166,559 miles (+68)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    166,559 miles
    Test number
    556425111398
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  12. Fail166,491 miles (+26,039)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,491 miles
    Test number
    826227497098
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis near steering box (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  13. Pass140,452 miles (+23,892)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    140,452 miles
    Test number
    665599495048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass116,560 miles (+22,433)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    116,560 miles
    Test number
    597022824074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  15. Pass94,127 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    94,127 miles
    Test number
    828856013029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail94,127 miles (+4)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,127 miles
    Test number
    736356713098
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass94,123 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    94,123 miles
    Test number
    969826781183
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail94,120 miles (+4,673)13 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,120 miles
    Test number
    776981581143
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass89,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    89,447 miles
    Test number
    572010120130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail89,447 miles (+3,650)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,447 miles
    Test number
    734926510115
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroding.

  21. Pass85,797 miles (+3,720)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    85,797 miles
    Test number
    633450519062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass82,077 miles (+6,241)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    82,077 miles
    Test number
    153244948095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass75,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    75,836 miles
    Test number
    113635047435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail75,836 miles (+7,594)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,836 miles
    Test number
    342198137055
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass68,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    68,242 miles
    Test number
    321540846067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 ADJ

Does L90 ADJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 ADJ is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 ADJ?
The MOT on L90 ADJ is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 ADJ done?
L90 ADJ was recorded at 237,358 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 8,188 miles a year.
Has L90 ADJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 ADJ has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on L90 ADJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Nov 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 ADJ find?
L90 ADJ passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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