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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

L90 DSGMOT history

L90 DSG is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 144,083 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

L90 DSG black 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 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
144,083 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,714 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 DSG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 DSG was last recorded at 144,083 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 526 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,557 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
526 miles
Average per year
5,714 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,083 miles
  • 2025 – 143,557 miles
  • 2024 – 142,832 miles
  • 2023 – 141,643 miles
  • 2022 – 140,687 miles
  • 2021 – 138,895 miles
  • 2020 – 136,973 miles
  • 2019 – 135,961 miles
  • 2018 – 134,945 miles
  • 2017 – 132,632 miles
  • 2016 – 124,614 miles
  • 2015 – 119,534 miles
  • 2014 – 107,747 miles
  • 2013 – 100,393 miles
  • 2012 – 89,708 miles
  • 2010 – 84,810 miles
  • 2009 – 64,706 miles
  • 2007 – 34,645 miles
  • 2006 – 26,778 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,083 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Direction indicator not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play axle upper arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,083 miles (+526)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    144,083 miles
    Test number
    724519509509
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass143,557 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    143,557 miles
    Test number
    781676404973
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  3. Fail143,555 miles (+723)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,555 miles
    Test number
    255860141099
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Pass142,832 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    142,832 miles
    Test number
    305009355738
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak n/s/front hub

  5. Fail142,809 miles (+1,166)7 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,809 miles
    Test number
    954661193541
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass141,643 miles (+956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    141,643 miles
    Test number
    929731929119
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust deteriorated

  7. Pass140,687 miles (+1,792)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    140,687 miles
    Test number
    265541532898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass138,895 miles (+1,922)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    138,895 miles
    Test number
    493234484746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass136,973 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    136,973 miles
    Test number
    280428187293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail136,957 miles (+996)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,957 miles
    Test number
    731056341422
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass135,961 miles (+1,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    135,961 miles
    Test number
    654252557090
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass134,945 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    134,945 miles
    Test number
    117356473513
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play axle upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail134,943 miles (+2,311)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,943 miles
    Test number
    308150780765
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear both (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play axle upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass132,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    132,632 miles
    Test number
    746750968732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail132,625 miles (+8,011)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,625 miles
    Test number
    275154969673
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass124,614 miles (+5,080)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    124,614 miles
    Test number
    817644813084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass119,534 miles (+11,787)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    119,534 miles
    Test number
    258317515496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass107,747 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    107,747 miles
    Test number
    288654214448
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteAll tyres starting to crack
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  19. Fail107,747 miles (+7,354)5 failures8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,747 miles
    Test number
    427784614162
    • FailureHorn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteAll tyres starting to crack
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  20. Pass100,393 miles (+10,685)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    100,393 miles
    Test number
    135843723071
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass89,708 miles (+4,898)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    89,708 miles
    Test number
    559050642013
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteAll tyres perishing
    • NoteCentre exhaust rusting

  22. Pass84,810 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    84,810 miles
    Test number
    491812120220
    • NoteDrop link ball joint rubber cover insecure
    • NoteFront and rear diff seals leaking

  23. Fail84,810 miles (+20,104)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,810 miles
    Test number
    550021720293
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)
    • NoteDrop link ball joint rubber cover insecure
    • NoteFront and rear diff seals leaking

  24. Pass64,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    64,706 miles
    Test number
    300463899057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail64,702 miles (+30,057)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,702 miles
    Test number
    830603299000
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass34,645 miles (+2,814)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    34,645 miles
    Test number
    112483637254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,831 miles (+5,053)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    31,831 miles
    Test number
    970727147028
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass26,778 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    26,778 miles
    Test number
    541459136086
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about L90 DSG

Does L90 DSG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 DSG is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 DSG?
The MOT on L90 DSG is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 DSG done?
L90 DSG was recorded at 144,083 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 5,714 miles a year.
Has L90 DSG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 DSG has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 DSG 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 DSG find?
L90 DSG passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; oil leak, but not excessive.

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