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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,494 cc

L90 BNHMOT history

L90 BNH is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 87,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

L90 BNH red 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 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
87,950 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,342 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 BNH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 BNH was last recorded at 87,950 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 12,290 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,660 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
12,290 miles
Average per year
2,342 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,950 miles
  • 2025 – 75,660 miles
  • 2020 – 75,145 miles
  • 2019 – 74,891 miles
  • 2018 – 71,475 miles
  • 2017 – 68,104 miles
  • 2016 – 62,094 miles
  • 2014 – 60,508 miles
  • 2013 – 57,009 miles
  • 2012 – 53,247 miles
  • 2011 – 49,924 miles
  • 2010 – 46,164 miles
  • 2009 – 43,374 miles
  • 2007 – 42,646 miles
  • 2006 – 41,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,950 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.

  • Nearside Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear crossmember corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Secondary bonnet catch ineffective.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Centre Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass87,950 miles (+12,290)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    87,950 miles
    Test number
    691780075414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass75,660 miles (+515)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    75,660 miles
    Test number
    514726064575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass75,145 miles (+254)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    75,145 miles
    Test number
    854970130876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass74,891 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,891 miles
    Test number
    718652351042
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded.
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch ineffective.

  5. Fail74,864 miles (+3,389)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,864 miles
    Test number
    956716947684
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded.
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch ineffective.

  6. Pass71,475 miles (+3,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    71,475 miles
    Test number
    429118424650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass68,104 miles (+6,010)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    68,104 miles
    Test number
    432168196873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,094 miles (+1,586)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    62,094 miles
    Test number
    342693847284
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside front axle locating bushes wearing
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside front axle tie bar bushes splitting

  9. Pass60,508 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    60,508 miles
    Test number
    509960694008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail60,508 miles (+3,499)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,508 miles
    Test number
    107264184490
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass57,009 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    57,009 miles
    Test number
    359298573058
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Fail57,009 miles (+3,762)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,009 miles
    Test number
    188897873009
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass53,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,247 miles
    Test number
    396915252019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail53,247 miles (+3,323)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,247 miles
    Test number
    655165552088
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Fail49,924 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,924 miles
    Test number
    399836361053
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  16. Pass49,924 miles (+3,760)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    49,924 miles
    Test number
    599486661071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,164 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,164 miles
    Test number
    452104360005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass46,164 miles (+2,790)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,164 miles
    Test number
    241884360026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass43,374 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    43,374 miles
    Test number
    304823149082
    • NoteN/s stepper rusted

  20. Fail43,374 miles (+728)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,374 miles
    Test number
    462623649015
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteN/s stepper rusted

  21. Fail42,646 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,646 miles
    Test number
    344055897492
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass42,646 miles (+1,386)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    42,646 miles
    Test number
    920005997221
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass41,260 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    41,260 miles
    Test number
    514410276282
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail41,260 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,260 miles
    Test number
    893570176226
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about L90 BNH

Does L90 BNH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 BNH is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 BNH?
The MOT on L90 BNH is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 BNH done?
L90 BNH was recorded at 87,950 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 2,342 miles a year.
Has L90 BNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 BNH has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on L90 BNH 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 BNH find?
L90 BNH passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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