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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

L90 BSSMOT history

L90 BSS is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 136,865 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

L90 BSS black 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 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
136,865 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,513 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 BSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 BSS was last recorded at 136,865 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Jan 2018: 11 miles, lower than 177,031 miles on 18 Nov 2016.

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
136,849 miles · 21 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
4,513 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,865 miles
  • 2024 – 13,404 miles
  • 2021 – 12,338 miles
  • 2020 – 12,338 miles
  • 2019 – 4,584 miles
  • 2018 – 11 miles
  • 2016 – 177,031 miles
  • 2015 – 166,911 miles
  • 2014 – 158,001 miles
  • 2013 – 149,194 miles
  • 2012 – 141,719 miles
  • 2011 – 105,572 miles
  • 2009 – 81,415 miles
  • 2008 – 70,198 miles
  • 2007 – 58,671 miles
  • 2006 – 47,037 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,865 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Central Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive A FRAME ATTACHMENT POINTS BOTH SIDES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis corroded in various areas needs underseal cleaning off and re-treating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,865 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    136,865 miles
    Test number
    397432417307
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail136,849 miles (+123,445)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,849 miles
    Test number
    606632600984
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass13,404 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    13,404 miles
    Test number
    451736506854
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive A FRAME ATTACHMENT POINTS BOTH SIDES (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis corroded in various areas needs underseal cleaning off and re-treating (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Fail13,397 miles (+1,059)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,397 miles
    Test number
    596193002904
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength TOP OF A FRAME MOUNTING POINT AND SPRING AREA (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive A FRAME ATTACHMENT POINTS BOTH SIDES (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis corroded in various areas needs underseal cleaning off and re-treating (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass12,338 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    12,338 miles
    Test number
    454857364905
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to chassis
  6. Fail12,338 miles (+5,826)1 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,338 miles
    Test number
    538796670933
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to chassis
  7. Pass6,512 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    6,512 miles
    Test number
    289509745593
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Fail6,511 miles (+1,927)1 dangerous7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,511 miles
    Test number
    796774719399
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  9. Pass4,584 miles (+4,573)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    4,584 miles
    Test number
    259311838097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass11 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    11 miles
    Test number
    469371957117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. FailMileage not read5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    711206838660
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub slight oil leak
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
  12. Pass177,031 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    177,031 miles
    Test number
    890005964706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail177,024 miles (+10,113)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,024 miles
    Test number
    392559661392
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings all across back chassie (6.1.B.2)
  14. Pass166,911 miles (+8,910)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    166,911 miles
    Test number
    838591841009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass158,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    158,001 miles
    Test number
    275650314348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail158,001 miles (+8,807)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,001 miles
    Test number
    216859404393
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)
  17. Pass149,194 miles (+7,475)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    149,194 miles
    Test number
    618011213340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass141,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    141,719 miles
    Test number
    867883012368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail141,719 miles (+8,093)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,719 miles
    Test number
    857363812344
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass133,626 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    133,626 miles
    Test number
    497166632187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Fail133,626 miles (+28,054)9 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,626 miles
    Test number
    316135932173
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteNearside washer jet blocked
    • NoteOffside rear mudflap insecure
  22. Pass105,572 miles (+24,157)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    105,572 miles
    Test number
    629556961005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass81,415 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    81,415 miles
    Test number
    110052159396
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  24. Fail81,415 miles (+11,217)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,415 miles
    Test number
    633891159313
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  25. Pass70,198 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    70,198 miles
    Test number
    554429448319
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  26. Fail70,198 miles (+11,527)5 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,198 miles
    Test number
    941984948330
    • DangerousAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • DangerousBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • DangerousNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  27. Fail58,671 miles4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,671 miles
    Test number
    103955007314
    • Repaired at testNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  28. Pass58,671 miles (+11,634)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    58,671 miles
    Test number
    793625007371
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  29. Pass47,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    47,037 miles
    Test number
    972359276222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 BSS

Does L90 BSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 BSS is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 BSS?
The MOT on L90 BSS is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 BSS done?
L90 BSS was recorded at 136,865 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 4,513 miles a year.
Has L90 BSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 BSS has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 BSS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Jan 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 BSS find?
L90 BSS passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all.

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