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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

L90 DYFMOT history

L90 DYF is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 142,749 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

L90 DYF 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 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
142,749 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,612 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 DYF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
26 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 DYF was last recorded at 142,749 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 2,193 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,556 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,193 miles
Average per year
3,612 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,749 miles
  • 2025 – 140,556 miles
  • 2024 – 137,129 miles
  • 2023 – 133,762 miles
  • 2022 – 129,839 miles
  • 2021 – 125,932 miles
  • 2016 – 124,246 miles
  • 2015 – 121,042 miles
  • 2014 – 115,957 miles
  • 2013 – 112,005 miles
  • 2012 – 108,058 miles
  • 2011 – 102,412 miles
  • 2010 – 97,088 miles
  • 2009 – 90,801 miles
  • 2008 – 84,747 miles
  • 2007 – 77,980 miles
  • 2006 – 77,408 miles
  • 2005 – 67,092 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,749 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front exhaust flexy detreated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,749 miles (+2,193)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    142,749 miles
    Test number
    441055506132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass140,556 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    140,556 miles
    Test number
    549725889685
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexy detreated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail140,556 miles (+3,427)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,556 miles
    Test number
    137768305516
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn Panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexy detreated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass137,129 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2025
    Odometer
    137,129 miles
    Test number
    567671445634
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail137,129 miles (+3,367)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,129 miles
    Test number
    670102941468
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (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 rear (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass133,762 miles (+3,923)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    133,762 miles
    Test number
    214224223594
    • MinorFront Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass129,839 miles (+3,907)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    129,839 miles
    Test number
    467009926001
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass125,932 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    125,932 miles
    Test number
    383312461322
    • AdvisoryBrake peddle travel

  9. Fail125,931 miles (+1,685)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,931 miles
    Test number
    545944773257
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake peddle travel

  10. Pass124,246 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    124,246 miles
    Test number
    567331228870
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive crossmember (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s chassis corroded

  11. Fail124,242 miles (+3,200)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,242 miles
    Test number
    749021895290
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmember (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive crossmember (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s chassis corroded

  12. Pass121,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    121,042 miles
    Test number
    756919815148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail121,042 miles (+5,085)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,042 miles
    Test number
    805855305155
    • FailureCentre Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

  14. Pass115,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    115,957 miles
    Test number
    548605804196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail115,957 miles (+3,952)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,957 miles
    Test number
    929343894027
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass112,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    112,005 miles
    Test number
    995317003180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail112,005 miles (+3,947)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,005 miles
    Test number
    328175803120
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass108,058 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    108,058 miles
    Test number
    657949082059
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Fail108,058 miles (+5,646)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,058 miles
    Test number
    927307882019
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureSteering wheel weakened by fractures (2.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  20. Pass102,412 miles (+5,324)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    102,412 miles
    Test number
    439849061060
    • NoteVehicle under side slightly dirty

  21. Pass97,088 miles (+6,287)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    97,088 miles
    Test number
    670272870010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront wheel bearings are begining to be noisy
    • NoteUnderbody /chassis rusting and has been "patch" repaired extensivly

  22. Pass90,801 miles (+6,054)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    90,801 miles
    Test number
    240422169006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteChassis has been "patch" repaired extensivly
    • NoteO/s/front hub assembly leaking grease/oil slightly
    • NoteUnderbody/chassis rusting

  23. Pass84,747 miles (+6,767)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    84,747 miles
    Test number
    581634568019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChassis rusting and has been "patch" repaired extensivly
    • NoteMore movement than normal in n/s/front swivel hub assembly
    • NoteN/s and o/s/front swivel hubs leaking

  24. Pass77,980 miles (+572)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    77,980 miles
    Test number
    863217257036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass77,408 miles (+10,316)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    77,408 miles
    Test number
    123347676128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass67,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    67,092 miles
    Test number
    532726775138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail67,092 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,092 miles
    Test number
    453615675130
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L90 DYF

Does L90 DYF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 DYF is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 DYF?
The MOT on L90 DYF is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 DYF done?
L90 DYF was recorded at 142,749 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 3,612 miles a year.
Has L90 DYF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 DYF has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 DYF 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 DYF find?
L90 DYF passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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