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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L90 DONMOT history

L90 DON is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT expired on 16 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 96,358 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2025.

L90 DON green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Sept 2026
Mileage
96,358 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,894 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 DON
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 DON was last recorded at 96,358 miles on 17 Sept 2025, 80 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,278 miles · 2 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
80 miles
Average per year
1,894 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,358 miles
  • 2023 – 96,278 miles
  • 2022 – 96,261 miles
  • 2021 – 96,227 miles
  • 2020 – 96,066 miles
  • 2019 – 95,701 miles
  • 2018 – 95,010 miles
  • 2016 – 93,476 miles
  • 2015 – 91,568 miles
  • 2014 – 89,677 miles
  • 2013 – 87,673 miles
  • 2011 – 84,121 miles
  • 2010 – 75,644 miles
  • 2009 – 69,730 miles
  • 2008 – 62,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,358 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rigid pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box & rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread and on inner wall (235/85/16)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass96,358 miles7 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    96,358 miles
    Test number
    577514325784
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rigid pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box & rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass96,336 km (+21)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    96,336 km
    Test number
    307261573936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail96,315 km (+12)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,315 km
    Test number
    947682369141
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass96,303 km (+25)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    96,303 km
    Test number
    329451155548
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking from holes in mid and rear box and joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Both front hubs leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread and on inner wall (235/85/16) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread and inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryObligatory mirror slightly damaged (driver's door mirror cracked)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread and inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread and inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine - visible under sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From gearbox and transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Drag link ball joint (and ball joint cover cracked) (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Pitman arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail96,278 km4 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,278 km
    Test number
    959755397652
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative Nearside front, rear and repeaters not working (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Driver's door mirror cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking from holes in mid box and rear box and joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front wheel hubs leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Drag link ball joint (and ball joint cover cracked) (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread and on inner wall (235/85/16) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread and on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Pitman arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread and on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread and on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (visible under sump) (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Leaking from gearbox and transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail96,278 miles (+17)4 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,278 miles
    Test number
    926084747034
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative Nearside front, rear and repeaters not working (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Driver's door mirror cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking from holes in mid box and rear box and joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front wheel hubs leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Drag link ball joint (and ball joint cover cracked) (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread and on inner wall (235/85/16) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread and on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Pitman arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread and on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread and on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (visible under sump) (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Leaking from gearbox and transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass96,261 miles (+34)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    96,261 miles
    Test number
    754755726743
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust blowing from multiple places (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Front hubs leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox and transfer box slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Pitman Arm ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass96,227 miles (+12)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    96,227 miles
    Test number
    103294960275
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail96,215 miles (+149)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,215 miles
    Test number
    626505591580
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass96,066 miles (+365)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,066 miles
    Test number
    405170996742
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass95,701 miles (+691)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    95,701 miles
    Test number
    408491325655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass95,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    95,010 miles
    Test number
    377585481848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail95,010 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,010 miles
    Test number
    936696389357
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass94,262 km
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    94,262 km
    Test number
    420566696617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,476 miles (+1,908)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    93,476 miles
    Test number
    338586701793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass91,568 miles (+1,891)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    91,568 miles
    Test number
    787874115093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass89,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    89,677 miles
    Test number
    917942924058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail89,677 miles (+2,004)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,677 miles
    Test number
    325072924037
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass87,673 miles (+3,552)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    87,673 miles
    Test number
    488301323015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass84,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    84,121 miles
    Test number
    759736951365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail84,121 miles (+4,193)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,121 miles
    Test number
    828086851390
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass79,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    79,928 miles
    Test number
    348839311026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail79,928 miles (+4,284)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,928 miles
    Test number
    349177111082
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass75,644 miles (+5,914)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    75,644 miles
    Test number
    752962320077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass69,730 miles (+6,879)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    69,730 miles
    Test number
    104386519012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass62,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    62,851 miles
    Test number
    743670118089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail62,851 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,851 miles
    Test number
    311730918049
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  28. Pass54,974 km (+4,662)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    54,974 km
    Test number
    232637717002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass50,312 km
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    50,312 km
    Test number
    160240126479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 DON

Does L90 DON currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 DON expired on 16 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 DON?
The MOT on L90 DON expired on 16 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 DON done?
L90 DON was recorded at 96,358 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2025, an average of 1,894 miles a year.
Has L90 DON ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 DON has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on L90 DON 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 DON find?
L90 DON passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2025 with 7 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside obligatory mirror slightly loose, and 15 more.

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