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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

L90 ALHMOT history

L90 ALH is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Apr 1997. Its MOT expired on 20 Jun 2023 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 125,947 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jun 2022.

L90 ALH blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Jun 2023
Mileage
125,947 mi
At MOT on 21 Jun 2022
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,502 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 ALH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
16 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 ALH was last recorded at 125,947 miles on 21 Jun 2022, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,905 miles · 25 Apr 2018
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
1,502 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 125,947 miles
  • 2018 – 125,905 miles
  • 2017 – 125,132 miles
  • 2014 – 125,014 miles
  • 2013 – 123,624 miles
  • 2012 – 120,011 miles
  • 2010 – 118,510 miles
  • 2009 – 118,163 miles
  • 2008 – 115,186 miles
  • 2007 – 112,599 miles
  • 2006 – 101,569 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,947 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,947 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    125,947 miles
    Test number
    553618908522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass125,905 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    125,905 miles
    Test number
    562535008954
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  3. Fail125,905 miles (+773)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,905 miles
    Test number
    994946426119
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported rear section insecure (7.1.1)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • FailureHorn not a continuous or uniform sound air horns fitted (1.6.2e)
    • FailureRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp fog light switch controls reverse light (1.3.2f)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Pass125,132 miles (+118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    125,132 miles
    Test number
    410949986099
    • AdvisoryVehicle covered with under seal

  5. Pass125,014 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    125,014 miles
    Test number
    149514184115
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades slightly detriated.
    • NoteThe underside of vehicle is heavily coated in waxoyl or underseal.

  6. Fail125,014 miles (+1,390)4 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,014 miles
    Test number
    336583884138
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades slightly detriated.
    • NoteThe underside of vehicle is heavily coated in waxoyl or underseal.

  7. Pass123,624 miles (+8)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    123,624 miles
    Test number
    278052003184
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades are slightly deyriated.
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed.

  8. Fail123,616 miles (+3,605)12 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,616 miles
    Test number
    645494293031
    • FailureCentre Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureFront Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades are slightly deyriated.
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed.

  9. Pass120,011 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    120,011 miles
    Test number
    336820892029
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteHandbrake as a lot off travel

  10. Fail120,011 miles (+1,501)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,011 miles
    Test number
    589270792085
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteHandbrake as a lot off travel

  11. Pass118,510 miles (+347)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    118,510 miles
    Test number
    413638300460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass118,163 miles (+2,977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    118,163 miles
    Test number
    944019349171
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass115,186 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    115,186 miles
    Test number
    371732448179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail115,186 miles (+2,587)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,186 miles
    Test number
    263332048104
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass112,599 miles (+11,030)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    112,599 miles
    Test number
    232983007471
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePower steerung leak from front

  16. Pass101,569 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    101,569 miles
    Test number
    151538586042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Questions about L90 ALH

Does L90 ALH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 ALH expired on 20 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 ALH?
The MOT on L90 ALH expired on 20 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 ALH done?
L90 ALH was recorded at 125,947 miles at its MOT on 21 Jun 2022, an average of 1,502 miles a year.
Has L90 ALH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 ALH has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on L90 ALH 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 ALH find?
L90 ALH passed its latest MOT on 21 Jun 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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