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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

L90 DSSMOT history

L90 DSS is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 2000. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 130,411 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2025.

L90 DSS green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
130,411 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 DSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 DSS was last recorded at 130,411 miles on 8 Nov 2025, 1,890 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,521 miles · 22 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,890 miles
Average per year
3,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,411 miles
  • 2024 – 128,521 miles
  • 2023 – 127,650 miles
  • 2022 – 126,013 miles
  • 2021 – 124,408 miles
  • 2019 – 122,161 miles
  • 2018 – 118,221 miles
  • 2017 – 112,553 miles
  • 2016 – 105,803 miles
  • 2015 – 101,053 miles
  • 2014 – 99,102 miles
  • 2013 – 96,130 miles
  • 2012 – 92,824 miles
  • 2011 – 90,835 miles
  • 2010 – 88,174 miles
  • 2009 – 83,829 miles
  • 2008 – 79,867 miles
  • 2007 – 75,484 miles
  • 2006 – 70,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,411 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2006–2013

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Various suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Fuel system component leaking

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,411 miles (+1,890)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    130,411 miles
    Test number
    107295297154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass128,521 miles (+871)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    128,521 miles
    Test number
    332724369485
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear reverse lamp lense damaged

  3. Pass127,650 miles (+1,637)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    127,650 miles
    Test number
    615355447138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass126,013 miles (+1,605)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    126,013 miles
    Test number
    875530665911
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  5. Pass124,408 miles (+2,247)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    124,408 miles
    Test number
    865547098879
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various parts of chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  6. Pass122,161 miles (+3,940)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    122,161 miles
    Test number
    504645574536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass118,221 miles (+5,668)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    118,221 miles
    Test number
    946736092435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,553 miles (+6,750)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    112,553 miles
    Test number
    834170563133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass105,803 miles (+4,750)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    105,803 miles
    Test number
    105179633094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass101,053 miles (+1,951)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    101,053 miles
    Test number
    397709105283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass99,102 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    99,102 miles
    Test number
    135521214211
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNo towing pin fitted at test

  12. Fail99,102 miles (+2,972)6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,102 miles
    Test number
    988569604236
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNo towing pin fitted at test
    • NoteProp u/j worn

  13. Pass96,130 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    96,130 miles
    Test number
    347974013473
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTow bar pin missing
    • NoteUnder side dirty

  14. Fail96,130 miles (+3,306)6 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,130 miles
    Test number
    309183513490
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTow bar pin missing
    • NoteUnder side dirty

  15. Pass92,824 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    92,824 miles
    Test number
    825407102218
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteScrew n/s/r tyre
    • NoteTail gate hinge loose
    • NoteWiper blade worn

  16. Fail92,824 miles (+1,989)3 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,824 miles
    Test number
    859607502213
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteHay round prop shaft
    • NoteN/s mirror glass craked
    • NoteScrew n/s/r tyre
    • NoteTail gate hinge loose
    • NoteTyre pressures low
    • NoteWiper blade worn

  17. Pass90,835 miles (+33)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    90,835 miles
    Test number
    239977801246
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play shocker bushes

  18. Fail90,802 miles (+2,628)6 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,802 miles
    Test number
    647340501291
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake dragging slightly
    • NoteSlight play shocker bushes
    • NoteTyres under inflated

  19. Pass88,174 miles (+17)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    88,174 miles
    Test number
    180578370052
    • NoteNot Mot related, but noted slight pressure build up in cooling system, suspect cylnder head / gasket issue
    • NoteBonett safty catch poor
    • NoteBrake pads approx 3 - 4 mm, needed before next service / mot
    • NoteWiper blade poor

  20. Fail88,157 miles (+4,328)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,157 miles
    Test number
    543205270091
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureTowbar retaining device missing (6.6.3a)
    • NoteBonett safty catch poor
    • NoteBrake pads 3/ 4 mm approx, needed before next service / mot
    • NoteWiper blade poor

  21. Pass83,829 miles (+49)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    83,829 miles
    Test number
    442482799085
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteDamage to o/s seat belt bukel

  22. Fail83,780 miles (+3,913)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,780 miles
    Test number
    403785389029
    • FailureBrake linkage locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailureSteering arm deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteDamage to o/s seat belt bukel

  23. Fail79,867 miles2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,867 miles
    Test number
    544385808157
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteHand brake travel near limit
    • NoteSeart belt buckle plastic damaged
    • NoteSlight corrosion brake pipes
    • NoteSlight inbalance / judder front brake

  24. Pass79,867 miles (+171)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    79,867 miles
    Test number
    990225508189
    • NoteHand brake travel near limit
    • NoteSeart belt buckle plastic damaged
    • NoteSlight corrosion brake pipes
    • NoteSlight inbalance / judder front brake

  25. Fail79,696 miles (+4,212)8 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,696 miles
    Test number
    691526268081
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSteering component deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteHand brake travel near limit
    • NoteSeat belt buckle plastic cover damaged

  26. Pass75,484 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    75,484 miles
    Test number
    131068387005
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight damage to front no plate
    • NoteSmall cut to n/s front tyre sidewall
    • NoteUnder side very dirty

  27. Fail75,484 miles (+5,167)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,484 miles
    Test number
    322188987099
    • FailureFront Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight damage to front no plate
    • NoteSmall cut to n/s front tyer
    • NoteUnder side very dirty

  28. Fail70,317 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,317 miles
    Test number
    174839606143
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteProp u/joint worn front

  29. Pass70,317 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    70,317 miles
    Test number
    681379606174
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteProp u/joint worn front

Questions about L90 DSS

Does L90 DSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 DSS is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L90 DSS?
The MOT on L90 DSS is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 DSS done?
L90 DSS was recorded at 130,411 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2025, an average of 3,073 miles a year.
Has L90 DSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 DSS has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2014.
Has the mileage on L90 DSS 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 DSS find?
L90 DSS passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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