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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

L90 CLJMOT history

L90 CLJ is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1995. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 50,155 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

L90 CLJ green 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 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
50,155 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 CLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
1 Aug 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 CLJ was last recorded at 50,155 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 101 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 May 2007: 3,929 miles, lower than 96,522 miles on 27 Apr 2006.

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
50,054 miles · 31 May 2024
Between the last two tests
101 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 50,155 miles
  • 2024 – 50,054 miles
  • 2023 – 49,835 miles
  • 2022 – 49,707 miles
  • 2020 – 49,628 miles
  • 2019 – 47,797 miles
  • 2018 – 45,661 miles
  • 2017 – 44,066 miles
  • 2016 – 41,797 miles
  • 2015 – 38,760 miles
  • 2014 – 35,451 miles
  • 2013 – 28,268 miles
  • 2012 – 26,057 miles
  • 2011 – 23,472 miles
  • 2010 – 20,527 miles
  • 2009 – 15,308 miles
  • 2008 – 10,280 miles
  • 2007 – 3,929 miles
  • 2006 – 96,522 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,155 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.

  • Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Offside Headlamp insecure

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass50,155 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    50,155 miles
    Test number
    258807172936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass50,054 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    50,054 miles
    Test number
    973575699725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail50,025 miles (+190)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,025 miles
    Test number
    384588681612
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed unable to connect to vehicle (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass49,835 miles (+128)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    49,835 miles
    Test number
    227985469325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass49,707 miles (+79)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    49,707 miles
    Test number
    665989086034
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Pass49,628 miles (+1,831)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    49,628 miles
    Test number
    356019825306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass47,797 miles (+2,136)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,797 miles
    Test number
    179814333434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,661 miles (+1,595)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    45,661 miles
    Test number
    812731203904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,066 miles (+2,269)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    44,066 miles
    Test number
    885153030854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass41,797 miles (+3,037)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    41,797 miles
    Test number
    429216675011
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass38,760 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    38,760 miles
    Test number
    206495999498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,706 miles (+3,255)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    38,706 miles
    Test number
    126638625195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail35,451 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,451 miles
    Test number
    577005644365
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  14. Pass35,451 miles (+7,183)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    35,451 miles
    Test number
    635995544303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,268 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    28,268 miles
    Test number
    179016643333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Fail28,268 miles (+2,211)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,268 miles
    Test number
    495226443371
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass26,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    26,057 miles
    Test number
    469495162219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail26,057 miles (+2,585)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,057 miles
    Test number
    897134162214
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass23,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    23,472 miles
    Test number
    779884411283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail23,472 miles (+2,945)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,472 miles
    Test number
    356994811268
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn outer edge

  21. Pass20,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    20,527 miles
    Test number
    510624570129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail20,527 miles (+5,219)2 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,527 miles
    Test number
    920994870123
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  23. Pass15,308 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    15,308 miles
    Test number
    623633169122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre considerably perished on sidewalls

  24. Fail15,308 miles (+5,028)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,308 miles
    Test number
    904362069160
    • DangerousPropshaft to front diff joint loose
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre considerably perished on sidewalls
    • NoteSteering damper bushes worn away

  25. Pass10,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    10,280 miles
    Test number
    602906958148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail10,278 miles (+6,349)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,278 miles
    Test number
    240436658431
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  27. Pass3,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    3,929 miles
    Test number
    143392847162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail3,929 miles (-92,593)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,929 miles
    Test number
    781337337192
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteThe frount propshaft has a worn universal joint

  29. Pass96,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    96,522 miles
    Test number
    180477716144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 CLJ

Does L90 CLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 CLJ is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L90 CLJ?
The MOT on L90 CLJ is valid until 21 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 CLJ done?
L90 CLJ was recorded at 50,155 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025.
Has L90 CLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 CLJ has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L90 CLJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 May 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 CLJ find?
L90 CLJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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