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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2004 · 2,395 cc

L90 DEFMOT history

L90 DEF is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 114,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

L90 DEF 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 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
114,333 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,729 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 DEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 DEF was last recorded at 114,333 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 4,881 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,452 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,881 miles
Average per year
3,729 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,333 miles
  • 2025 – 109,452 miles
  • 2024 – 101,875 miles
  • 2023 – 101,756 miles
  • 2019 – 100,381 miles
  • 2018 – 100,154 miles
  • 2017 – 99,535 miles
  • 2016 – 99,109 miles
  • 2015 – 97,576 miles
  • 2014 – 96,200 miles
  • 2013 – 91,598 miles
  • 2012 – 87,181 miles
  • 2011 – 80,675 miles
  • 2010 – 72,136 miles
  • 2009 – 64,679 miles
  • 2008 – 52,427 miles
  • 2007 – 43,076 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,333 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Side steps corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,333 miles (+4,881)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    114,333 miles
    Test number
    747538082990
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass109,452 miles (+7,577)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    109,452 miles
    Test number
    745386528042
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed slight fraying (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both have slight movement lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass101,875 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    101,875 miles
    Test number
    946660858693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass101,756 miles (+1,375)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    101,756 miles
    Test number
    400519642319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass100,381 miles (+227)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,381 miles
    Test number
    291692902934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass100,154 miles (+619)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    100,154 miles
    Test number
    196729574930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass99,535 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    99,535 miles
    Test number
    948039555806
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySide steps corroded

  8. Fail99,535 miles (+426)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,535 miles
    Test number
    715411290334
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play swivel housing (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings central outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySide steps corroded

  9. Pass99,109 miles (+1,533)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    99,109 miles
    Test number
    713194375855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass97,576 miles (+1,376)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    97,576 miles
    Test number
    149709685463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,200 miles (+4,602)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    96,200 miles
    Test number
    108005604190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    91,598 miles
    Test number
    366253093036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail91,598 miles (+4,417)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,598 miles
    Test number
    289662593004
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass87,181 miles (+6,506)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    87,181 miles
    Test number
    617762702196
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass80,675 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    80,675 miles
    Test number
    196291501176
    • NoteFront swivels leaking slightly
    • NoteNearside rear shock cover corroded
    • NoteRear diff has excessive play
    • NoteSlight play nearside front wheel

  16. Fail80,675 miles (+8,539)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,675 miles
    Test number
    428951591088
    • FailureOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • FailureSpare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • NoteFront swivels leaking slightly
    • NoteNearside rear shock cover corroded
    • NoteRear diff has excessive play
    • NoteSlight play nearside front wheel

  17. Pass72,136 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    72,136 miles
    Test number
    604569780056
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront mud flaps insecure
    • NoteNearside front tyre close to wear indicaters
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak

  18. Fail72,136 miles (+7,457)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,136 miles
    Test number
    991748270005
    • DangerousNearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront mud flaps insecure
    • NoteNearside front tyre close to wear indicaters
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak

  19. Pass64,679 miles (+12,252)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    64,679 miles
    Test number
    354953889026
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake fluid level low
    • NoteFront no plate slightly damaged
    • NoteNearside and offside rear upper shock bushes slightly worn

  20. Pass52,427 miles (+9,351)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    52,427 miles
    Test number
    350146358076
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin
    • NoteFront no plate slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNearside front hub oil seal leaking slightly
    • NoteNearside rear lower shock bush has slight movement
    • NoteRear mud flaps insecure
    • NoteRear wiper excessively worn

  21. Pass43,076 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    43,076 miles
    Test number
    753157867065
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L90 DEF

Does L90 DEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 DEF is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 DEF?
The MOT on L90 DEF is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 DEF done?
L90 DEF was recorded at 114,333 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 3,729 miles a year.
Has L90 DEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 DEF has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2017.
Has the mileage on L90 DEF 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 DEF find?
L90 DEF passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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