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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

L90 DBEMOT history

L90 DBE is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 152,034 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

L90 DBE green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
152,034 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,747 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 DBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
19 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 DBE was last recorded at 152,034 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 1,088 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,946 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,088 miles
Average per year
3,747 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,034 miles
  • 2025 – 150,946 miles
  • 2024 – 149,329 miles
  • 2023 – 148,377 miles
  • 2022 – 147,469 miles
  • 2021 – 146,665 miles
  • 2020 – 142,985 miles
  • 2018 – 140,252 miles
  • 2017 – 138,158 miles
  • 2016 – 136,394 miles
  • 2015 – 135,018 miles
  • 2014 – 133,049 miles
  • 2013 – 129,591 miles
  • 2012 – 124,899 miles
  • 2011 – 122,629 miles
  • 2010 – 119,412 miles
  • 2009 – 115,362 miles
  • 2008 – 99,860 miles
  • 2007 – 87,042 miles
  • 2006 – 75,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,034 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL 4
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryReverse light not working
  • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,034 miles (+1,088)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    152,034 miles
    Test number
    294263186564
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL 4
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  2. Pass150,946 miles (+1,617)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    150,946 miles
    Test number
    972201065503
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass149,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    149,329 miles
    Test number
    838310358089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail149,329 miles (+952)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,329 miles
    Test number
    903520439450
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass148,377 miles (+908)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    148,377 miles
    Test number
    637068559557
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass147,469 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    147,469 miles
    Test number
    453270861453
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail147,469 miles (+804)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,469 miles
    Test number
    450416594152
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass146,665 miles (+3,680)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    146,665 miles
    Test number
    524278075147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass142,985 miles (+2,733)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    142,985 miles
    Test number
    537825289517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass140,252 miles (+2,094)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    140,252 miles
    Test number
    791374746596
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  11. Pass138,158 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    138,158 miles
    Test number
    776269316519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail138,138 miles (+1,744)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,138 miles
    Test number
    750210537381
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass136,394 miles (+1,376)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    136,394 miles
    Test number
    512478131697
    • AdvisoryFront hubs weeping
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion centre (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass135,018 miles (+1,969)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    135,018 miles
    Test number
    799926802154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil Leak

  15. Pass133,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    133,049 miles
    Test number
    425179704342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail133,049 miles (+3,458)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,049 miles
    Test number
    947487104316
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  17. Pass129,591 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    129,591 miles
    Test number
    528421163206
    • NoteBrake pipes corroded

  18. Fail129,591 miles (+4,692)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,591 miles
    Test number
    935987653221
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureSteering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBrake pipes corroded

  19. Pass124,899 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    124,899 miles
    Test number
    569196612290
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  20. Fail124,896 miles (+2,267)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,896 miles
    Test number
    105704012220
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass122,629 miles (+3,217)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    122,629 miles
    Test number
    289407351313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHas slight play in steering damper bush

  22. Pass119,412 miles (+4,050)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    119,412 miles
    Test number
    244556650320
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass115,362 miles (+5,055)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    115,362 miles
    Test number
    294203969329
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSlight wear on front propshaft uj joints

  24. Pass110,307 miles (+10,447)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    110,307 miles
    Test number
    851990329095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass99,860 miles (+12,818)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    99,860 miles
    Test number
    294086648065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass87,042 miles (+11,599)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    87,042 miles
    Test number
    742417737035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass75,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    75,443 miles
    Test number
    821873626007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail75,443 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,443 miles
    Test number
    350503026035
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about L90 DBE

Does L90 DBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 DBE is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 DBE?
The MOT on L90 DBE is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 DBE done?
L90 DBE was recorded at 152,034 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 3,747 miles a year.
Has L90 DBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 DBE has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on L90 DBE 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 DBE find?
L90 DBE passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: coil spring corroded all 4; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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