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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

L90 BOUMOT history

L90 BOU is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 8 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 126,941 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

L90 BOU blue 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 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
126,941 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 BOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 BOU was last recorded at 126,941 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 641 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,300 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
641 miles
Average per year
4,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,941 miles
  • 2024 – 126,300 miles
  • 2023 – 124,810 miles
  • 2022 – 123,549 miles
  • 2021 – 121,350 miles
  • 2020 – 120,457 miles
  • 2019 – 119,317 miles
  • 2018 – 116,394 miles
  • 2017 – 114,303 miles
  • 2016 – 109,171 miles
  • 2015 – 105,062 miles
  • 2014 – 96,555 miles
  • 2013 – 92,530 miles
  • 2012 – 89,124 miles
  • 2011 – 82,561 miles
  • 2010 – 67,388 miles
  • 2009 – 62,211 miles
  • 2008 – 56,683 miles
  • 2007 – 50,955 miles
  • 2006 – 46,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,941 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion & pitting on rear brake disc
  • AdvisoryCorrosion on n/s front floor
  • AdvisoryOil leak on gearboxRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPlay in o/s front wheel bearingRecorded at 2 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.

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass126,941 miles (+641)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    126,941 miles
    Test number
    171954622856
    • AdvisoryCorrosion & pitting on rear brake disc
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on n/s front floor
    • AdvisoryOil leak on gearbox
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s front wheel bearing

  2. Pass126,300 miles (+1,490)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    126,300 miles
    Test number
    933598668120
    • AdvisoryCorrosion & pitting on rear brake discs
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on bulkhead
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on n/s floor
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on o/s & n/s front wheel arch liners
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on o/s front spring top hat
    • AdvisoryFuel filter wet/weeping
    • AdvisoryOil leak on gearbox
    • AdvisoryOil leak on steering box
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s front wheel bearing

  3. Pass124,810 miles (+1,261)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    124,810 miles
    Test number
    186557744854
    • AdvisoryBrake discs rusty
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on bulk head and battery box
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front o/s inner wing
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front spring mounts
    • AdvisoryLeak on steering box
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine and gearbox
    • AdvisoryPlay in rear tie rod front bushes
    • AdvisorySlight play in front o/s wheel bearing
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s rear hub

  4. Pass123,549 miles (+2,199)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    123,549 miles
    Test number
    971285805029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass121,350 miles (+893)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    121,350 miles
    Test number
    315515041902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass120,457 miles (+1,140)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    120,457 miles
    Test number
    116524826744
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s front wheel bearing

  7. Pass119,317 miles (+2,923)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    119,317 miles
    Test number
    568804929278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass116,394 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    116,394 miles
    Test number
    117222149726
    • AdvisoryChassis number poorly stamped on chassis rail
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear brake disc
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing noisy at n/s???

  9. Fail116,394 miles (+2,091)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,394 miles
    Test number
    311281274764
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryChassis number poorly stamped on chassis rail
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear brake disc
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing noisy at n/s???

  10. Pass114,303 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    114,303 miles
    Test number
    945776062071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail114,286 miles (+5,115)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,286 miles
    Test number
    416271981173
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass109,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    109,171 miles
    Test number
    669307596313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. FailMileage not read5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    241450428336
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play DROP ARM BALL JOINT EXCESSIVE WEAR R (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush PAN HARD ROD BUSH TO CHASSIS EXCESSIVE PLAY (2.4.G.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking EXCESSIVE PAS LEAK (2.3.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH BLADES TORN (8.2.2)

  14. Pass105,062 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    105,062 miles
    Test number
    157047055082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail105,062 miles (+8,507)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,062 miles
    Test number
    177057855427
    • FailureFront registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass96,555 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    96,555 miles
    Test number
    107906054044
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  17. Fail96,555 miles (+4,025)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,555 miles
    Test number
    957053454039
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  18. Pass92,530 miles (+3,406)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    92,530 miles
    Test number
    179543163461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  19. Pass89,124 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    89,124 miles
    Test number
    126286842485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail89,120 miles (+6,559)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,120 miles
    Test number
    126056742430
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass82,561 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    82,561 miles
    Test number
    715645351029
    • NoteN/s/r body corroded near chassis mounting

  22. Fail82,560 miles (+15,172)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,560 miles
    Test number
    869075151002
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSteering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteN/s/r body corroded near chassis mounting

  23. Pass67,388 miles (+5,177)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    67,388 miles
    Test number
    472376430006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,211 miles (+5,528)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    62,211 miles
    Test number
    154179759491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    56,683 miles
    Test number
    424400668017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail56,683 miles (+5,728)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,683 miles
    Test number
    923450968075
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  27. Pass50,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    50,955 miles
    Test number
    873547157029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail50,955 miles (+4,797)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,955 miles
    Test number
    360137657093
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering damper cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  29. Pass46,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,158 miles
    Test number
    982595056094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 BOU

Does L90 BOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 BOU is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L90 BOU?
The MOT on L90 BOU is valid until 22 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 BOU done?
L90 BOU was recorded at 126,941 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 4,074 miles a year.
Has L90 BOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 BOU has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on L90 BOU 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 BOU find?
L90 BOU passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: corrosion & pitting on rear brake disc; corrosion on n/s front floor; oil leak on gearbox, and 1 more.

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