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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

L90 BTTMOT history

L90 BTT is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 18 Apr 2002. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 162,173 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

L90 BTT red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Oct 2026
Mileage
162,173 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,985 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 BTT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 BTT was last recorded at 162,173 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 4,159 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Dec 2011: 70,711 miles, lower than 87,068 miles on 10 Dec 2011.
  • 24 Feb 2018: 131,999 miles, lower than 170,487 miles on 1 Feb 2017.
  • 11 Mar 2019: 136,132 miles, lower than 137,149 miles on 18 Feb 2019.

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
158,014 miles · 11 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,159 miles
Average per year
6,985 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,173 miles
  • 2024 – 158,014 miles
  • 2023 – 154,714 miles
  • 2021 – 152,455 miles
  • 2020 – 141,423 miles
  • 2019 – 136,132 miles
  • 2018 – 131,999 miles
  • 2017 – 170,487 miles
  • 2015 – 128,201 miles
  • 2014 – 125,324 miles
  • 2013 – 122,415 miles
  • 2012 – 103,041 miles
  • 2011 – 70,711 miles
  • 2010 – 74,010 miles
  • 2009 – 62,819 miles
  • 2008 – 51,760 miles
  • 2007 – 41,652 miles
  • 2006 – 25,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,173 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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 Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,173 miles (+4,159)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    162,173 miles
    Test number
    518883758199
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass158,014 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    158,014 miles
    Test number
    347062077743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail158,012 miles (+3,298)1 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,012 miles
    Test number
    202608955964
    • DangerousFront Steering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm Nut loose (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis rail side of steering box (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Crossmember and chassis rails several areas (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass154,714 miles (+2,259)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    154,714 miles
    Test number
    878320524108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass152,455 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    152,455 miles
    Test number
    532746486225
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail152,434 miles (+11,011)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,434 miles
    Test number
    538679902841
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass141,423 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    141,423 miles
    Test number
    688410037830
    • AdvisoryBoth seat tubs slight corrosion
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear chassis

  8. Fail141,407 miles (+5,275)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,407 miles
    Test number
    366637988251
    • DangerousTowbar is fractured and so weakened within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rear (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth seat mounts slight corrosion on tubs

  9. Pass136,132 miles (-1,017)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    136,132 miles
    Test number
    992684842792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail137,149 miles (+5,150)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,149 miles
    Test number
    313711706889
    • DangerousOffside Axle swivel joint insecure in a stub axle (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

  11. Pass131,999 miles (-38,488)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    131,999 miles
    Test number
    959798021358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass170,487 miles (+42,286)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    170,487 miles
    Test number
    114889543984
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass128,201 miles (+2,877)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    128,201 miles
    Test number
    120673988985
    • DangerousFront prop shaft uj worn

  14. Pass125,324 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    125,324 miles
    Test number
    446849344369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear disc corroded inner part of disc

  15. Fail125,324 miles (+2,909)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,324 miles
    Test number
    998987744340
    • DangerousNearside Front Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureRear Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear disc corroded inner part of disc

  16. Pass122,415 miles (+6)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    122,415 miles
    Test number
    329631053349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteAll four tyres starting to perish
    • NoteCorrosion on rear discs
    • NoteEngine oil low 2lts
    • NoteNear side rear shock has play in top bush
    • NoteNear side rear tyre getting low on tread 3mm

  17. Fail122,409 miles (+19,368)3 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,409 miles
    Test number
    289086043332
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteAll four tyres starting to perish
    • NoteCorrosion on rear discs
    • NoteEngine oil low 2lts
    • NoteNear side rear shock has play in top bush
    • NoteNear side rear tyre getting low on tread 3mm

  18. Pass103,041 miles (+7)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    103,041 miles
    Test number
    205399242363
    • NoteAll four tyres tread cracking
    • NoteNearside front swivel hub leaking
    • NoteOffside front swivel hub leaking
    • NoteOil leak rear of engine
    • NotePassenger door does not always close first time(may require repair)

  19. Fail103,034 miles (+32,323)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,034 miles
    Test number
    517517042347
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • NoteAll four tyres tread cracking
    • NoteNearside front swivel hub leaking
    • NoteOffside front swivel hub leaking
    • NoteOil leak rear of engine
    • NotePassenger door does not always close first time(may require repair)

  20. Pass70,711 miles (-16,357)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    70,711 miles
    Test number
    389516741314
    • NoteLeak on rear diff.oil seal
    • NotePassenger side front door difficult to close(may require repair or adjustment)

  21. Fail87,068 miles (+13,058)2 dangerous1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,068 miles
    Test number
    586804841392
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteLeak on offside front swivel hub
    • NoteLeak on rear diff.oil seal
    • NotePassenger side front door difficult to close(may require repair or adjustment)

  22. Pass74,010 miles (+11,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    74,010 miles
    Test number
    752393440324
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass62,819 miles (+11,059)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    62,819 miles
    Test number
    381309439390
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  24. Pass51,760 miles (+10,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    51,760 miles
    Test number
    880065848384
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  25. Pass41,652 miles (+16,119)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    41,652 miles
    Test number
    434039547346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,533 miles (+874)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    25,533 miles
    Test number
    693399936308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    24,659 miles
    Test number
    664518036005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 BTT

Does L90 BTT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 BTT expired on 15 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 BTT?
The MOT on L90 BTT expired on 15 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 BTT done?
L90 BTT was recorded at 162,173 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 6,985 miles a year.
Has L90 BTT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 BTT has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on L90 BTT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 12 Dec 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 BTT find?
L90 BTT passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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