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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

L90 APFMOT history

L90 APF is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 5 Jun 1995. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 203,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

L90 APF green 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 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
203,894 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 APF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
5 Jun 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 APF was last recorded at 203,894 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 6,358 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Jul 2019: 179,948 miles, lower than 179,954 miles on 12 Jun 2019.

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
197,536 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,358 miles
Average per year
3,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 203,894 miles
  • 2025 – 197,536 miles
  • 2024 – 191,421 miles
  • 2023 – 186,837 miles
  • 2022 – 186,513 miles
  • 2021 – 184,079 miles
  • 2020 – 182,895 miles
  • 2019 – 179,994 miles
  • 2018 – 174,362 miles
  • 2017 – 171,710 miles
  • 2016 – 167,729 miles
  • 2015 – 164,203 miles
  • 2014 – 161,559 miles
  • 2013 – 156,982 miles
  • 2012 – 152,763 miles
  • 2011 – 148,591 miles
  • 2010 – 143,282 miles
  • 2009 – 134,446 miles
  • 2008 – 130,939 miles
  • 2007 – 130,870 miles
  • 2006 – 123,062 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,894 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

36 tests since 27 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    203,894 miles
    Test number
    331028813878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail203,894 miles (+6,358)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,894 miles
    Test number
    667160851558
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

  3. Pass197,536 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    197,536 miles
    Test number
    797013338522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail197,497 miles (+6,076)5 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,497 miles
    Test number
    160274882657
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass191,421 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    191,421 miles
    Test number
    425493143786
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail191,421 miles (+4,584)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,421 miles
    Test number
    123427957349
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass186,837 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    186,837 miles
    Test number
    599341832734
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail186,836 miles (+323)3 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,836 miles
    Test number
    802028662697
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength centre - chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all - painted black (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine block area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass186,513 miles (+2,434)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    186,513 miles
    Test number
    238302413222
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all painted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass184,079 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    184,079 miles
    Test number
    115472686219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail184,074 miles (+1,179)5 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,074 miles
    Test number
    295580117394
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass182,895 miles (+2,901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    182,895 miles
    Test number
    357701923834
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass179,994 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    179,994 miles
    Test number
    748093781308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail179,948 miles (-6)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,948 miles
    Test number
    954040112291
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  15. Fail179,954 miles (+5,592)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,954 miles
    Test number
    438919055538
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorShock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Both rear upper bushes (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both middle chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Both front out riggers (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Middle cross chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front joints (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged Both front (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  16. Pass174,362 miles (+2,652)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    174,362 miles
    Test number
    199961343526
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  17. Pass171,710 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    171,710 miles
    Test number
    614297171521
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened Both front (5.2.2a)

  18. Fail171,710 miles (+3,981)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,710 miles
    Test number
    251329148560
    • FailureFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Arm bushes both sides (4) (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Middle chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureSteering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened Both front (5.2.2a)

  19. Pass167,729 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    167,729 miles
    Test number
    854149177219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play steering drop arm ball joint (2.2.B.1g)

  20. Fail167,729 miles (+3,526)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,729 miles
    Test number
    594945156875
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play steering drop arm ball joint (2.2.B.1g)

  21. Pass164,203 miles (+2,644)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    164,203 miles
    Test number
    726309105281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass161,559 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    161,559 miles
    Test number
    106259094141
    • 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)

  23. Fail161,559 miles (+4,577)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,559 miles
    Test number
    469519994158
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • 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)

  24. Pass156,982 miles (+4,219)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    156,982 miles
    Test number
    659200103291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass152,763 miles (+4,172)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    152,763 miles
    Test number
    275089992429
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass148,591 miles (+12)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    148,591 miles
    Test number
    556301161172
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front swivell hub leaking oil slightly

  27. Fail148,579 miles (+5,297)8 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,579 miles
    Test number
    217159851104
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front swivell hub leaking oil slightly

  28. Pass143,282 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    143,282 miles
    Test number
    584909050107
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront propshaft rear universal joint has play

  29. Fail143,282 miles (+8,836)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,282 miles
    Test number
    902759350127
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront propshaft rear universal joint has play

  30. Pass134,446 miles (+3,507)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    134,446 miles
    Test number
    460371269181
    • NoteNearside front brake pipe corroding
    • NoteOffside front brake pipe corroding

  31. Pass130,939 miles (+69)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    130,939 miles
    Test number
    121539708004
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  32. Fail130,870 miles (+1,399)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,870 miles
    Test number
    470163757367
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  33. Pass129,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    129,471 miles
    Test number
    451883877153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail129,471 miles (+6,409)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,471 miles
    Test number
    951023677189
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  35. Pass123,062 miles (+23)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    123,062 miles
    Test number
    243730286137
    • NoteGEAR BOX LEAKING...
    • NoteOIL LEAK...
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PIPES RUSTING...

  36. Fail123,039 miles4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,039 miles
    Test number
    212128376477
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in steering column top universal joint
    • NoteSlight play nearside rear and nearside front wheel bearings

Questions about L90 APF

Does L90 APF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 APF is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 APF?
The MOT on L90 APF is valid until 8 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 APF done?
L90 APF was recorded at 203,894 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 3,998 miles a year.
Has L90 APF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 APF has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 APF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Jul 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 APF find?
L90 APF passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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