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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

L90 AVOMOT history

L90 AVO is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 22 of 33 MOT tests, with 75,627 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

L90 AVO 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 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
75,627 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
33
22 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,824 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 AVO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 AVO was last recorded at 75,627 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 9,746 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,881 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,746 miles
Average per year
2,824 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,627 miles
  • 2025 – 65,881 miles
  • 2024 – 59,895 miles
  • 2023 – 53,365 miles
  • 2022 – 45,373 miles
  • 2021 – 45,257 miles
  • 2020 – 45,190 miles
  • 2019 – 44,122 miles
  • 2018 – 43,137 miles
  • 2017 – 42,126 miles
  • 2016 – 40,890 miles
  • 2015 – 39,684 miles
  • 2014 – 38,000 miles
  • 2013 – 35,985 miles
  • 2012 – 34,039 miles
  • 2011 – 31,932 miles
  • 2010 – 29,975 miles
  • 2009 – 27,576 miles
  • 2008 – 25,307 miles
  • 2007 – 22,367 miles
  • 2006 – 20,160 miles
  • 2005 – 17,887 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,627 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 5 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,627 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    75,627 miles
    Test number
    426540691409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail75,627 miles (+9,746)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,627 miles
    Test number
    221395939054
    • MajorFuel system component leaking filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced 3 sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass65,881 miles (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    65,881 miles
    Test number
    781596102380
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail65,878 miles (+5,983)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,878 miles
    Test number
    834423628417
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rear bar ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rear cross bar ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass59,895 miles (+6,530)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    59,895 miles
    Test number
    715202475292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass53,365 miles (+7,992)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    53,365 miles
    Test number
    983002299310
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Small hole in both front outrigger
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both track rods ends (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass45,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    45,373 miles
    Test number
    103367491721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail45,372 miles (+115)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,372 miles
    Test number
    491440267397
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by rear axle tie bar (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt axle joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySmall hole in offside front outrigger

  9. Pass45,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    45,257 miles
    Test number
    826855125006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail45,257 miles (+67)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,257 miles
    Test number
    185386589614
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass45,190 miles (+1,068)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    45,190 miles
    Test number
    487206744639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,122 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    44,122 miles
    Test number
    205813313303
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Fail44,122 miles (+985)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,122 miles
    Test number
    494632537120
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Steering box drop arm joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering box drop arm joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass43,137 miles (+1,011)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    43,137 miles
    Test number
    254358907784
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front UJ (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  15. Pass42,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    42,126 miles
    Test number
    517441704061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail42,126 miles (+1,236)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,126 miles
    Test number
    624707487784
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass40,890 miles (+1,206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    40,890 miles
    Test number
    902757315164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass39,684 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    39,684 miles
    Test number
    315394051496
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft flange loose

  19. Fail39,684 miles (+1,684)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,684 miles
    Test number
    260496648818
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft flange loose

  20. Pass38,000 miles (+2,015)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    38,000 miles
    Test number
    115859174243
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass35,985 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    35,985 miles
    Test number
    807820183258
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  22. Fail35,985 miles (+1,946)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,985 miles
    Test number
    558560483242
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  23. Pass34,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    34,039 miles
    Test number
    237738472227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail34,039 miles (+2,107)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,039 miles
    Test number
    625168572295
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  25. Pass31,932 miles (+1,957)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    31,932 miles
    Test number
    438697371282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,975 miles (+2,399)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    29,975 miles
    Test number
    150113670231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,576 miles (+2,269)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    27,576 miles
    Test number
    431109279202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,307 miles (+2,940)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    25,307 miles
    Test number
    882660988227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail22,367 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,367 miles
    Test number
    162195177205
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  30. Pass22,367 miles (+2,207)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    22,367 miles
    Test number
    673855277266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass20,160 miles (+2,273)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    20,160 miles
    Test number
    213937076226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass17,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    17,887 miles
    Test number
    454188375223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail17,887 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,887 miles
    Test number
    950278275292
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about L90 AVO

Does L90 AVO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 AVO is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 AVO?
The MOT on L90 AVO is valid until 17 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 AVO done?
L90 AVO was recorded at 75,627 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 2,824 miles a year.
Has L90 AVO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 AVO has failed 11 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 AVO 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 AVO find?
L90 AVO passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer rigger; nearside side repeater slightly discoloured; offside front axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn, and 3 more.

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