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Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

L90 DFWMOT history

L90 DFW is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 204,903 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

L90 DFW 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 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
204,903 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,658 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 DFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 DFW was last recorded at 204,903 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 2,250 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,653 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,250 miles
Average per year
7,658 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,903 miles
  • 2025 – 202,653 miles
  • 2024 – 202,626 miles
  • 2023 – 200,964 miles
  • 2022 – 194,471 miles
  • 2021 – 187,208 miles
  • 2020 – 177,594 miles
  • 2019 – 167,718 miles
  • 2018 – 159,795 miles
  • 2017 – 152,971 miles
  • 2016 – 144,916 miles
  • 2015 – 135,020 miles
  • 2014 – 127,314 miles
  • 2013 – 119,957 miles
  • 2012 – 112,243 miles
  • 2011 – 102,737 miles
  • 2010 – 92,361 miles
  • 2009 – 79,560 miles
  • 2007 – 69,293 miles
  • 2006 – 57,386 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,903 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor5 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,903 miles (+2,250)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    204,903 miles
    Test number
    281828742035
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass202,653 miles (+7)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    202,653 miles
    Test number
    722230538585
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail202,646 miles (+20)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,646 miles
    Test number
    724260242650
    • DangerousRear Anti-roll bar missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail202,626 miles (+1,662)1 dangerous7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,626 miles
    Test number
    268756500779
    • DangerousFront Prop shaft likely to become detached Front joint bolts loose (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Front propshaft loose (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear Joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass200,964 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    200,964 miles
    Test number
    740378416316
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail200,964 miles (+6,493)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,964 miles
    Test number
    813066881179
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axel a frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass194,471 miles (+160)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    194,471 miles
    Test number
    359254918925
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious signs of light corrosion to vehicle under side

  8. Fail194,311 miles (+7,103)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,311 miles
    Test number
    659115080960
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis close to steering box (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass187,208 miles (+9,614)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    187,208 miles
    Test number
    551652075262
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED RESTRICTING ACCESS TO SOME COMPONENTS

  10. Pass177,594 miles (+9,876)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    177,594 miles
    Test number
    612765467006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass167,718 miles (+7,923)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    167,718 miles
    Test number
    819239541727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass159,795 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    159,795 miles
    Test number
    953942781006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail159,795 miles (+6,824)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,795 miles
    Test number
    725120216806
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass152,971 miles (+8,055)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    152,971 miles
    Test number
    658206469046
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Pass144,916 miles (+9,896)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    144,916 miles
    Test number
    681835654934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass135,020 miles (+7,706)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    135,020 miles
    Test number
    275474515145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass127,314 miles (+7,357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    127,314 miles
    Test number
    977818714172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass119,957 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    119,957 miles
    Test number
    519169313105
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail119,957 miles (+7,714)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,957 miles
    Test number
    835072913170
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in front wiper spindle bosses

  20. Pass112,243 miles (+9,506)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    112,243 miles
    Test number
    225431022412
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteRear crossmember starting to corrode
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper bushes

  21. Fail102,737 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,737 miles
    Test number
    237097751070
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  22. Pass102,737 miles (+10,376)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    102,737 miles
    Test number
    289277151060
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  23. Pass92,361 miles (+12,801)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    92,361 miles
    Test number
    812205150086
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  24. Pass79,560 miles (+10,267)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    79,560 miles
    Test number
    972591449095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front headlamps surrounds corroded
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades starting to split
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteO/s/r tyre uneven wear in tread

  25. Fail69,293 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,293 miles
    Test number
    440590327491
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  26. Pass69,293 miles (+11,907)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    69,293 miles
    Test number
    680660527389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass57,386 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    57,386 miles
    Test number
    771076706320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L90 DFW

Does L90 DFW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 DFW is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 DFW?
The MOT on L90 DFW is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 DFW done?
L90 DFW was recorded at 204,903 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 7,658 miles a year.
Has L90 DFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 DFW has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 DFW 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 DFW find?
L90 DFW passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front inner vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; oil leak, but not excessive.

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