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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

L90 ECGMOT history

L90 ECG is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 243,366 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2025.

L90 ECG white Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2026
Mileage
243,366 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,296 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 ECG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 ECG was last recorded at 243,366 miles on 4 Apr 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
243,360 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
8,296 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 243,366 miles
  • 2024 – 221,128 miles
  • 2023 – 209,795 miles
  • 2022 – 198,023 miles
  • 2021 – 186,385 miles
  • 2020 – 186,224 miles
  • 2019 – 182,474 miles
  • 2017 – 179,768 miles
  • 2016 – 167,296 miles
  • 2015 – 151,236 miles
  • 2014 – 140,145 miles
  • 2013 – 128,448 miles
  • 2012 – 114,817 miles
  • 2011 – 113,221 miles
  • 2010 – 109,980 miles
  • 2009 – 108,081 miles
  • 2008 – 104,139 miles
  • 2007 – 98,176 miles
  • 2006 – 86,200 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass243,366 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis by gearbox mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryReg light very dim
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively REAR SHAFT FRONT JOINT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass243,366 miles (+6)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    243,366 miles
    Test number
    354500451883
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis by gearbox mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryReg light very dim
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail243,360 miles (+22,232)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,360 miles
    Test number
    950977295960
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near the gearbox mounting chalked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks
  3. Pass221,128 miles (+61)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    221,128 miles
    Test number
    883226377060
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft joint worn, but not excessively REAR SHAFT FRONT JOINT (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Fail221,067 miles (+11,272)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,067 miles
    Test number
    962266058419
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft joint worn, but not excessively REAR SHAFT FRONT JOINT (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass209,795 miles (+11,772)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    209,795 miles
    Test number
    293759656279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Pass198,023 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    198,023 miles
    Test number
    736223274767
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail198,023 miles (+11,638)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,023 miles
    Test number
    466545666046
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn prop rear u/j worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component ball joint excessively worn axle upper ball joint worn to excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass186,385 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    186,385 miles
    Test number
    243903054464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
  9. Fail186,379 miles (+155)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,379 miles
    Test number
    445447140775
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
  10. Fail186,224 miles (+3,750)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,224 miles
    Test number
    810669543057
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorTowbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swival hub leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront bulk head starting to show signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront diff oil leak
  11. Pass182,474 miles (+2,706)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    182,474 miles
    Test number
    530616002519
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play ns/os (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember/rear chassis show signs of corrosion /repair/undersealed (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  12. Pass179,768 miles (+12,472)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    179,768 miles
    Test number
    592866233583
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryRear service brake efforts are slightly low
  13. Pass167,296 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    167,296 miles
    Test number
    242199933084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Fail167,291 miles (+16,055)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,291 miles
    Test number
    322863279761
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass151,236 miles (+11,091)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    151,236 miles
    Test number
    449089827597
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm mounting bushes worn
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light
    • AdvisoryDrag link bent
    • AdvisoryNearside rear drop link worn
    • AdvisoryOffside rear axle oil leak
  16. Pass140,145 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    140,145 miles
    Test number
    228665934423
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  17. Fail140,145 miles (+11,697)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,145 miles
    Test number
    118626924157
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  18. Pass128,448 miles (+182)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    128,448 miles
    Test number
    456294613138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail128,266 miles (+13,449)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,266 miles
    Test number
    279519203406
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  20. Pass114,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    114,817 miles
    Test number
    968808682098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail114,812 miles (+1,591)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,812 miles
    Test number
    775138082047
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
  22. Pass113,221 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    113,221 miles
    Test number
    187848871426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail113,217 miles (+3,237)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,217 miles
    Test number
    275119061079
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
  24. Pass109,980 miles (+1,899)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    109,980 miles
    Test number
    162028690453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass108,081 miles (+3,942)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    108,081 miles
    Test number
    531010979085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass104,139 miles (+5,963)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    104,139 miles
    Test number
    960818508153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass98,176 miles (+11,976)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    98,176 miles
    Test number
    514411777014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass86,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    86,200 miles
    Test number
    984327816123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail86,200 miles1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,200 miles
    Test number
    264854716164
    • DangerousOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Steering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Questions about L90 ECG

Does L90 ECG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 ECG expired on 3 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 ECG?
The MOT on L90 ECG expired on 3 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 ECG done?
L90 ECG was recorded at 243,366 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2025, an average of 8,296 miles a year.
Has L90 ECG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 ECG has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 ECG 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 ECG find?
L90 ECG passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2025 with 8 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis by gearbox mounting; nearside rear upper suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside rear upper suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 5 more.

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