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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

L90 DBGMOT history

L90 DBG is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 162,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

L90 DBG white 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 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
162,469 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,271 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 DBG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 DBG was last recorded at 162,469 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 99 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Mar 2020: 60,050 miles, lower than 160,050 miles on 13 Mar 2020.

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
162,370 miles · 17 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
99 miles
Average per year
1,271 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,469 miles
  • 2024 – 162,370 miles
  • 2023 – 162,114 miles
  • 2022 – 61,036 miles
  • 2021 – 60,586 miles
  • 2020 – 60,050 miles
  • 2018 – 158,902 miles
  • 2017 – 156,940 miles
  • 2016 – 152,430 miles
  • 2015 – 151,258 miles
  • 2014 – 150,619 miles
  • 2013 – 150,229 miles
  • 2012 – 149,401 miles
  • 2011 – 148,621 miles
  • 2010 – 148,089 miles
  • 2009 – 146,995 miles
  • 2008 – 146,256 miles
  • 2007 – 143,217 miles
  • 2006 – 137,374 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,469 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front tape around seat belt.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front swivel joint/housing slightly leaking grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak engine and diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,469 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    162,469 miles
    Test number
    452069369059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass162,370 miles (+256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    162,370 miles
    Test number
    449876714523
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer rubber broken

  3. Pass162,114 miles (+101,078)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    162,114 miles
    Test number
    856737554709
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all wheels
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs rusty

  4. Pass61,036 miles (+450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    61,036 miles
    Test number
    864971974144
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass60,586 miles (+536)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    60,586 miles
    Test number
    430186232100
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass60,050 miles (-100,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    60,050 miles
    Test number
    284219215318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tape around seat belt.

  7. Fail160,050 miles (+1,148)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,050 miles
    Test number
    982152602302
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle Identification Number not displayed (0.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tape around seat belt.

  8. Pass158,902 miles (+1,962)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    158,902 miles
    Test number
    292301310935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass156,940 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    156,940 miles
    Test number
    421834220914
    • AdvisoryFront swivel joint/housing slightly leaking grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine and diff
    • AdvisorySlight hole in exhaust tail pipe

  10. Fail156,940 miles (+4,510)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,940 miles
    Test number
    874739413378
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront swivel joint/housing slightly leaking grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine and diff
    • AdvisorySlight hole in exhaust tail pipe

  11. Pass152,430 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    152,430 miles
    Test number
    454296334170
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront track arm bushes worn
    • AdvisoryOffside rear top shock bush
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisoryTail pipe corroded

  12. Fail152,430 miles (+1,172)1 dangerous9 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,430 miles
    Test number
    298809480741
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to master cylinder(marked in yellow chalk) (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureStatutory seat belt missing centre clasp (5.1.1)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended side light (1.9.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront track arm bushes worn
    • AdvisoryOffside rear top shock bush
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisoryTail pipe corroded

  13. Pass151,258 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    151,258 miles
    Test number
    118637075060
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight leak n/s cv

  14. Fail151,258 miles (+639)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,258 miles
    Test number
    598737775084
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight leak n/s cv

  15. Pass150,619 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    150,619 miles
    Test number
    176554764025
    • NoteSlight leak n/s CV Unit

  16. Fail150,619 miles (+390)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,619 miles
    Test number
    365974264008
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSlight leak n/s CV Unit

  17. Pass150,229 miles (+828)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    150,229 miles
    Test number
    309125593074
    • NoteAll brake discs wearing thin
    • NotePoor headlamp pattern

  18. Pass149,401 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    149,401 miles
    Test number
    685347462041
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/S MIRROR DAMAGED

  19. Fail149,401 miles (+780)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,401 miles
    Test number
    759347362004
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/S MIRROR DAMAGED

  20. Pass148,621 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    148,621 miles
    Test number
    399062961083
    • NoteALL DISCS WORN AND PITTED
    • NoteBIND ON FRONT BRAKES GENERAL CORROSION TO FRONT CHASSIS

  21. Fail148,621 miles (+532)3 failures1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,621 miles
    Test number
    739971861010
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteALL DISCS WORN AND PITTED
    • NoteBIND ON FRONT BRAKES GENERAL CORROSION TO FRONT CHASSIS

  22. Pass148,089 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    148,089 miles
    Test number
    150878070406
    • NoteSLIGHT LEAK N/S STEERING SPHERE. HEAVY CORROSION THROUGHOUT VEHICLE GENERALLY POOR CONDITION.

  23. Fail148,089 miles (+1,094)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,089 miles
    Test number
    742868770050
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteSLIGHT LEAK N/S STEERING SPHERE. HEAVY CORROSION THROUGHOUT VEHICLE GENERALLY POOR CONDITION.

  24. Pass146,995 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    146,995 miles
    Test number
    354360099018
    • NoteN/S TYRES HAVE SIDEWALL DAMAGE

  25. Fail146,995 miles (+739)3 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,995 miles
    Test number
    202290299052
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/S TYRES HAVE SIDEWALL DAMAGE

  26. Pass146,256 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    146,256 miles
    Test number
    222045488038
    • NoteSLIGHT LIFT IN OS TRACK ROD END

  27. Fail146,256 miles (+3,039)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,256 miles
    Test number
    284935588048
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteSLIGHT LIFT IN OS TRACK ROD END

  28. Pass143,217 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    143,217 miles
    Test number
    291722057030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Fail143,217 miles (+5,843)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,217 miles
    Test number
    503832557028
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  30. Pass137,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    137,374 miles
    Test number
    384541256073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 DBG

Does L90 DBG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 DBG is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L90 DBG?
The MOT on L90 DBG is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 DBG done?
L90 DBG was recorded at 162,469 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 1,271 miles a year.
Has L90 DBG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 DBG has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on L90 DBG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Mar 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 DBG find?
L90 DBG passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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