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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1996 · 2,494 cc

L90 BHLMOT history

L90 BHL is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 289,588 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

L90 BHL 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 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
289,588 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,606 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 BHL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 BHL was last recorded at 289,588 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 309 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
289,279 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
309 miles
Average per year
4,606 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 289,588 miles
  • 2023 – 288,919 miles
  • 2022 – 283,716 miles
  • 2021 – 278,871 miles
  • 2020 – 275,875 miles
  • 2019 – 265,146 miles
  • 2018 – 253,996 miles
  • 2017 – 243,286 miles
  • 2016 – 233,908 miles
  • 2007 – 221,132 miles
  • 2006 – 202,266 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass289,588 miles
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBoth front hub swivels/joints dampRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass289,588 miles (+309)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    289,588 miles
    Test number
    849299257735
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front hub swivels/joints damp

  2. Pass289,279 miles (+360)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    289,279 miles
    Test number
    315105720372
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front hub swivels/joints damp

  3. Pass288,919 miles (+5,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    288,919 miles
    Test number
    763634120866
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass283,716 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    283,716 miles
    Test number
    266614739066
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel hubs damp
    • AdvisoryPlay at steering arm
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front wheel bearings

  5. Fail283,716 miles (+4,845)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,716 miles
    Test number
    348305916430
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel hubs damp
    • AdvisoryPlay at steering arm
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front wheel bearings

  6. Pass278,871 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    278,871 miles
    Test number
    506245858801
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTH front swivel hubs leaking oil.
    • AdvisoryFuel tank appears to be starting to leak.
    • AdvisoryLED light bar partially obscuring drivers view.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box fixing bolts "Lock Tabs " not locking bolts
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ALL tyres

  7. Fail278,865 miles (+2,990)1 dangerous7 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    278,865 miles
    Test number
    837481725931
    • DangerousDriver's door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed door does not latch at all (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition All silencer boxes have been removed (8.1.1 (a))
    • 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 Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure at chassis / steering box end (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Steering box drop arm boot split open (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTH front swivel hubs leaking oil.
    • AdvisoryFuel tank appears to be starting to leak.
    • AdvisoryLED light bar partially obscuring drivers view.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box fixing bolts "Lock Tabs " not locking bolts
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ALL tyres

  8. Pass275,875 miles (+10,729)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    275,875 miles
    Test number
    989373078457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass265,146 miles (+11,150)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    265,146 miles
    Test number
    623301593248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass253,996 miles (+10,710)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    253,996 miles
    Test number
    226335827156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass243,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    243,286 miles
    Test number
    666949919928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail243,286 miles (+9,378)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,286 miles
    Test number
    766567332575
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass233,908 miles (+12,776)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    233,908 miles
    Test number
    928610756873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass221,132 miles (+357)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    221,132 miles
    Test number
    542839847325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail220,775 miles (+18,509)5 dangerous8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,775 miles
    Test number
    354799237348
    • DangerousNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass202,266 miles (+357)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    202,266 miles
    Test number
    931734336357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail201,909 miles2 dangerous6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,909 miles
    Test number
    654064826331
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTyre pressures look sligfhtly low.??? †off side rear footbrake operation slightly uneven. †both outer side steps siezed inoperation.

Questions about L90 BHL

Does L90 BHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 BHL is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L90 BHL?
The MOT on L90 BHL is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 BHL done?
L90 BHL was recorded at 289,588 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 4,606 miles a year.
Has L90 BHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 BHL has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on L90 BHL 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 BHL find?
L90 BHL passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; oil leak, but not excessive; steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering box drop arm, and 1 more.

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