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Land Rover Defender

Beige · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

L90 BGAMOT history

L90 BGA is a beige diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 4 of 6 MOT tests, with 62,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

L90 BGA beige Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
62,300 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
6
4 passed · 2 failed
Per year
349 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 BGA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 BGA was last recorded at 62,300 miles on 1 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,300 miles · 29 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
349 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,300 miles
  • 2024 – 62,300 miles
  • 2023 – 62,300 miles
  • 2022 – 61,016 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,300 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySlight play in steering systemRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen cracked

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

6 tests since 2 Aug 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,300 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    62,300 miles
    Test number
    490790971796
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering system

  2. Fail62,300 miles5 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,300 miles
    Test number
    920930261710
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value BOTH SIDES (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated Hub seal leaking (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering system

  3. Pass62,300 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    62,300 miles
    Test number
    860808721147
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering system
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass62,300 miles (+1,284)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    62,300 miles
    Test number
    783171302659
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight free play at the steering wheel
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR, cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass61,016 miles (+25)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    61,016 miles
    Test number
    361726189940
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel joint has slight movement
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight free play in steering system
    • AdvisorySteering box leaking
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail60,991 miles3 dangerous9 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,991 miles
    Test number
    155177951092
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousWindscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSteering column attachment defective (2.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about L90 BGA

Does L90 BGA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 BGA is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 BGA?
The MOT on L90 BGA is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 BGA done?
L90 BGA was recorded at 62,300 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 349 miles a year.
Has L90 BGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 BGA has failed 2 of its 6 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 BGA 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 BGA find?
L90 BGA passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front wheel bearing has slight play; slight play in steering system.

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