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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L90 DPLMOT history

L90 DPL is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 178,058 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

L90 DPL black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
178,058 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,619 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 DPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 DPL was last recorded at 178,058 miles on 7 May 2026, 3,660 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,398 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,660 miles
Average per year
1,619 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,058 miles
  • 2025 – 174,398 miles
  • 2024 – 172,435 miles
  • 2023 – 170,666 miles
  • 2022 – 167,937 miles
  • 2021 – 164,977 miles
  • 2020 – 162,721 miles
  • 2019 – 161,239 miles
  • 2018 – 161,216 miles
  • 2015 – 160,581 miles
  • 2011 – 159,836 miles
  • 2010 – 157,409 miles
  • 2009 – 153,998 miles
  • 2008 – 150,505 miles
  • 2007 – 148,063 miles
  • 2006 – 145,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,058 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel joint seeping oil
  • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel joint seeping oil

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass178,058 miles (+3,660)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    178,058 miles
    Test number
    392673135179
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel joint seeping oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel joint seeping oil

  2. Pass174,398 miles (+1,963)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    174,398 miles
    Test number
    313341427747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass172,435 miles (+1,769)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    172,435 miles
    Test number
    246117923432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass170,666 miles (+2,729)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    170,666 miles
    Test number
    477074272167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass167,937 miles (+2,960)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    167,937 miles
    Test number
    706089639691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass164,977 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    164,977 miles
    Test number
    940074737342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail164,973 miles (+2,252)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,973 miles
    Test number
    667202677803
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass162,721 miles (+1,482)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    162,721 miles
    Test number
    313039826337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass161,239 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    161,239 miles
    Test number
    655414660438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail161,216 miles (+635)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,216 miles
    Test number
    795193843540
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chasis leg (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chasis leg (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chasis leg (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chasis leg (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush top bush worn (2.7.4)

  11. Pass160,581 miles (+745)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    160,581 miles
    Test number
    112190846826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail159,836 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,836 miles
    Test number
    218207231123
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass159,836 miles (+2,427)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    159,836 miles
    Test number
    409847031112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass157,409 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    157,409 miles
    Test number
    414104620198
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  15. Fail157,409 miles (+3,411)4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,409 miles
    Test number
    924254920131
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  16. Pass153,998 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    153,998 miles
    Test number
    224284819169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail153,938 miles (+3,433)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,938 miles
    Test number
    600569199023
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass150,505 miles (+2,442)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    150,505 miles
    Test number
    801903708110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass148,063 miles (+2,427)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    148,063 miles
    Test number
    582030707129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass145,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    145,636 miles
    Test number
    640024726128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 DPL

Does L90 DPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 DPL is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 DPL?
The MOT on L90 DPL is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 DPL done?
L90 DPL was recorded at 178,058 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 1,619 miles a year.
Has L90 DPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 DPL has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2021.
Has the mileage on L90 DPL 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 DPL find?
L90 DPL passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 3 advisories: central front bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached; nearside front swivel joint seeping oil; offside front swivel joint seeping oil.

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