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Land Rover Defender

Yellow · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

L90 CSRMOT history

L90 CSR is a yellow diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Apr 1995. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 230,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

L90 CSR yellow Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
230,614 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,595 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 CSR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
1 Apr 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 CSR was last recorded at 230,614 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 5,796 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Oct 2014: 17,189 miles, lower than 161,710 miles on 24 Dec 2012.

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
224,818 miles · 21 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,796 miles
Average per year
5,595 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 230,614 miles
  • 2024 – 224,818 miles
  • 2023 – 214,768 miles
  • 2022 – 206,341 miles
  • 2021 – 197,880 miles
  • 2020 – 190,509 miles
  • 2019 – 185,716 miles
  • 2018 – 184,298 miles
  • 2017 – 177,301 miles
  • 2016 – 177,292 miles
  • 2014 – 17,189 miles
  • 2012 – 161,710 miles
  • 2011 – 154,059 miles
  • 2010 – 142,103 miles
  • 2009 – 129,913 miles
  • 2008 – 126,180 miles
  • 2007 – 124,391 miles
  • 2006 – 119,900 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass230,614 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass230,614 miles (+5,796)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    230,614 miles
    Test number
    940065256120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass224,818 miles (+10,050)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    224,818 miles
    Test number
    628213758565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass214,768 miles (+8,427)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    214,768 miles
    Test number
    560270342515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass206,341 miles (+8,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    206,341 miles
    Test number
    961605782781
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass197,880 miles (+7,371)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    197,880 miles
    Test number
    806927958419
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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))
    • AdvisoryBoth front sphere joints slightly leaking
  6. Pass190,509 miles (+4,793)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    190,509 miles
    Test number
    903273783761
    • AdvisoryFront both sphere joints leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Floor not fully secure drivers floor corroded (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine, centre diff, rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass185,716 miles (+1,418)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    185,716 miles
    Test number
    562165209714
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component damaged but not seriously weakened both front sphere joint seals leaking (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass184,298 miles (+6,997)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    184,298 miles
    Test number
    927906782169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass177,301 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    177,301 miles
    Test number
    925562638879
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak oil pressure switch
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs pitted/corroded
  10. Fail177,292 miles7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,292 miles
    Test number
    689138027530
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported both rear exhaust mounts (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis at centre (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis at very front (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outrigger (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering at exhaust hanger (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion rear bumper support (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    297617494216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail17,189 miles (-144,521)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,189 miles
    Test number
    969715094286
    • FailureOffside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass161,710 miles (+7,651)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    161,710 miles
    Test number
    177459152328
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
  14. Pass154,059 miles (+11,956)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    154,059 miles
    Test number
    189075621380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
  15. Pass142,103 miles (+12,190)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    142,103 miles
    Test number
    492641120403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass129,913 miles (+1,172)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    129,913 miles
    Test number
    392421319338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass128,741 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    128,741 miles
    Test number
    834099319053
    • NoteBoth front swivel joints weaping
    • NoteOffside and nearside brake pipes corroded
    • NoteOffside and nearside front brake pipes corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket loose
  18. Fail128,741 miles (+2,561)1 dangerous5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,741 miles
    Test number
    244806019046
    • DangerousNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth swivel joints weeping
    • NoteRear exhaust brkt loose but fine
  19. Pass126,180 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    126,180 miles
    Test number
    391457118094
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres treadware uneven
  20. Fail126,180 miles (+1,789)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,180 miles
    Test number
    573956918065
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres treadware uneven
  21. Fail124,391 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,391 miles
    Test number
    513863217099
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  22. Pass124,391 miles (+4,491)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    124,391 miles
    Test number
    973643917023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass119,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    119,900 miles
    Test number
    281991516046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail119,900 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,900 miles
    Test number
    430906606062
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about L90 CSR

Does L90 CSR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 CSR expired on 27 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 CSR?
The MOT on L90 CSR expired on 27 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 CSR done?
L90 CSR was recorded at 230,614 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 5,595 miles a year.
Has L90 CSR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 CSR has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2016.
Has the mileage on L90 CSR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Oct 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 CSR find?
L90 CSR passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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