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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

L90 CFEMOT history

L90 CFE is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 194,540 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

L90 CFE 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 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
194,540 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 CFE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 CFE was last recorded at 194,540 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,534 miles · 19 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
7,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 194,540 miles
  • 2025 – 194,329 miles
  • 2024 – 193,716 miles
  • 2023 – 191,147 miles
  • 2022 – 185,929 miles
  • 2021 – 182,058 miles
  • 2020 – 174,256 miles
  • 2018 – 162,392 miles
  • 2017 – 152,892 miles
  • 2016 – 144,882 miles
  • 2015 – 130,102 miles
  • 2014 – 118,498 miles
  • 2013 – 106,510 miles
  • 2012 – 96,930 miles
  • 2011 – 85,758 miles
  • 2010 – 76,058 miles
  • 2009 – 67,231 miles
  • 2007 – 54,014 miles
  • 2006 – 44,637 miles
  • 2005 – 38,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,540 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.

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,540 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    194,540 miles
    Test number
    732283150201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail194,534 miles (+205)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,534 miles
    Test number
    501919934014
    • MajorFront Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass194,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    194,329 miles
    Test number
    917433433984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail194,329 miles (+613)7 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,329 miles
    Test number
    369224554220
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass193,716 miles (+2,569)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    193,716 miles
    Test number
    398148601149
    • AdvisoryFront Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  6. Pass191,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    191,147 miles
    Test number
    461960518561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail191,147 miles (+5,218)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,147 miles
    Test number
    718219723338
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass185,929 miles (+3,871)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    185,929 miles
    Test number
    767484680068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass182,058 miles (+7,802)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    182,058 miles
    Test number
    699714640769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass174,256 miles (+11,864)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    174,256 miles
    Test number
    596910891060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass162,392 miles (+9,500)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    162,392 miles
    Test number
    346529417962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass152,892 miles (+8,010)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    152,892 miles
    Test number
    908371416966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass144,882 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    144,882 miles
    Test number
    406069856484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail144,880 miles (+14,778)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,880 miles
    Test number
    638119653510
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass130,102 miles (+11,604)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    130,102 miles
    Test number
    291801253982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass118,498 miles (+2,753)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    118,498 miles
    Test number
    937209804332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass115,745 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    115,745 miles
    Test number
    115194334405
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail115,745 miles (+9,235)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,745 miles
    Test number
    669774934025
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass106,510 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    106,510 miles
    Test number
    867420553037
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail106,510 miles (+9,580)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,510 miles
    Test number
    235199643095
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass96,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    96,930 miles
    Test number
    335745362073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail96,930 miles (+11,172)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,930 miles
    Test number
    847702862086
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  23. Pass85,758 miles (+278)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    85,758 miles
    Test number
    618196351000
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Fail85,480 miles (+9,422)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,480 miles
    Test number
    586567341009
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass76,058 miles (+8,827)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    76,058 miles
    Test number
    803790450066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteMinor fuel leak on fuel valve block

  26. Pass67,231 miles (+13,217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    67,231 miles
    Test number
    633041969094
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass54,014 miles (+9,377)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    54,014 miles
    Test number
    340519797281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,637 miles (+5,744)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    44,637 miles
    Test number
    160868996281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass38,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    38,893 miles
    Test number
    412400405460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 CFE

Does L90 CFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 CFE is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 CFE?
The MOT on L90 CFE is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 CFE done?
L90 CFE was recorded at 194,540 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 7,620 miles a year.
Has L90 CFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 CFE has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 CFE 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 CFE find?
L90 CFE passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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