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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

L90 AYWMOT history

L90 AYW is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 25 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 117,935 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2025.

L90 AYW silver Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Apr 2026
Mileage
117,935 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 AYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 AYW was last recorded at 117,935 miles on 23 Apr 2025, 1,656 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Jul 2015: 71,644 miles, lower than 715,308 miles on 2 Jul 2015.

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
116,279 miles · 17 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,656 miles
Average per year
5,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,935 miles
  • 2024 – 116,279 miles
  • 2023 – 114,229 miles
  • 2022 – 110,804 miles
  • 2021 – 106,482 miles
  • 2019 – 97,943 miles
  • 2018 – 91,564 miles
  • 2017 – 84,116 miles
  • 2016 – 76,880 miles
  • 2015 – 71,644 miles
  • 2014 – 65,396 miles
  • 2013 – 60,195 miles
  • 2012 – 57,149 miles
  • 2011 – 52,860 miles
  • 2010 – 51,034 miles
  • 2009 – 49,234 miles
  • 2008 – 44,424 miles
  • 2007 – 30,019 miles
  • 2006 – 16,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,935 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.

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,935 miles (+1,656)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    117,935 miles
    Test number
    132769529943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass116,279 miles (+2,050)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    116,279 miles
    Test number
    240636565733
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryCentre to rear exhaust flange corroded

  3. Pass114,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    114,229 miles
    Test number
    625202842537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail114,229 miles (+3,425)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,229 miles
    Test number
    609081855912
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass110,804 miles (+7)5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    110,804 miles
    Test number
    931678285713
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced 'A' Frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail110,797 miles (+4,315)1 dangerous6 major5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,797 miles
    Test number
    694901483682
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt 'A' Frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced 'A' Frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass106,482 miles (+6)6 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    106,482 miles
    Test number
    748443137863
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A Frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail106,476 miles (+8,533)1 dangerous5 major6 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,476 miles
    Test number
    566036919647
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A Frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass97,943 miles (+6,379)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,943 miles
    Test number
    436801524892
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass91,564 miles (+50)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    91,564 miles
    Test number
    744315916288
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view two places within zone B (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle pinion seal leaking oil

  11. Fail91,514 miles (+7,398)7 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,514 miles
    Test number
    386140569158
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached bush worn (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached bush worn (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view two places within zone B (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle pinion seal leaking oil

  12. Pass84,116 miles (+7,236)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    84,116 miles
    Test number
    696825188461
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear crossmember

  13. Pass76,880 miles (+5,236)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    76,880 miles
    Test number
    576560822948
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced small hole in lense (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryTempery fuel cap fitted

  14. Pass71,644 miles (-643,664)6 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    71,644 miles
    Test number
    698499685109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre walls deteriated
    • NoteNearside rear tyre walls deteriated
    • NoteOffside front tyre walls deteriated
    • NoteOffside rear tyre walls deteriated
    • NoteRear diff leaking
    • NoteRear exhaust joint rusted/deteriated
    • NoteSlight power steering leak

  15. Fail715,308 miles (+649,912)1 failure6 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    715,308 miles
    Test number
    506023285100
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre walls deteriated
    • NoteNearside rear tyre walls deteriated
    • NoteOffside front tyre walls deteriated
    • NoteOffside rear tyre walls deteriated
    • NoteRear diff leaking
    • NoteRear exhaust joint rusted/deteriated
    • NoteSlight power steering leak

  16. Pass65,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    65,396 miles
    Test number
    607543684148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,396 miles (+5,201)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,396 miles
    Test number
    825763684188
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass60,195 miles (+3,046)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    60,195 miles
    Test number
    326107673197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteRear diff has oil leak

  19. Pass57,149 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    57,149 miles
    Test number
    689190282151
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail57,145 miles (+4,285)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,145 miles
    Test number
    237630882472
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass52,860 miles (+1,826)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    52,860 miles
    Test number
    167259271129
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake Anti-slip rubber wearing thin
    • NoteSteering damper rubber bush slightly worn

  22. Pass51,034 miles (+3)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    51,034 miles
    Test number
    414486870149
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEmissions close to max limit
    • NoteN/s headlamp aim reset
    • NoteO/s headlamp aim reset

  23. Fail51,031 miles (+1,797)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,031 miles
    Test number
    274814670432
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEmissions close to max limit
    • NoteN/s headlamp aim reset
    • NoteO/s headlamp aim reset

  24. Fail49,234 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,234 miles
    Test number
    570957869198
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass49,234 miles (+4,810)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    49,234 miles
    Test number
    804547969101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass44,424 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    44,424 miles
    Test number
    882435768148
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Fail44,423 miles (+14,404)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,423 miles
    Test number
    384955668123
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass30,019 miles (+13,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    30,019 miles
    Test number
    401536777158
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass16,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    16,800 miles
    Test number
    682374576129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 AYW

Does L90 AYW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 AYW expired on 22 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 AYW?
The MOT on L90 AYW expired on 22 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 AYW done?
L90 AYW was recorded at 117,935 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2025, an average of 5,370 miles a year.
Has L90 AYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 AYW has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on L90 AYW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Jul 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 AYW find?
L90 AYW passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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