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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

L90 EMGMOT history

L90 EMG is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 16 Jun 1998. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 98,867 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

L90 EMG 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 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
98,867 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
856 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 EMG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
16 Jun 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 EMG was last recorded at 98,867 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,849 miles · 4 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
856 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,867 miles
  • 2025 – 97,699 miles
  • 2024 – 97,038 miles
  • 2023 – 96,531 miles
  • 2022 – 95,487 miles
  • 2021 – 92,448 miles
  • 2019 – 87,926 miles
  • 2018 – 85,629 miles
  • 2017 – 84,136 miles
  • 2006 – 81,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,867 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Axle/ A frame support (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rear most (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play front most (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop shaft rear most joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion of suspension componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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, 2021–2025

  • Slight oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass98,867 miles (+18)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    98,867 miles
    Test number
    185327869214
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Axle/ A frame support (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rear most (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play front most (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop shaft rear most joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion of suspension components

  2. Fail98,849 miles (+1,150)3 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,849 miles
    Test number
    716559276086
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play rear most (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Axle/ A frame support (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rear most (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play front most (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop shaft rear most joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion of suspension components

  3. Pass97,699 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    97,699 miles
    Test number
    964647869980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail97,691 miles (+653)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,691 miles
    Test number
    969543910149
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff front seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass97,038 miles (+507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    97,038 miles
    Test number
    923149252733
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass96,531 miles (+1,044)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    96,531 miles
    Test number
    432942741015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass95,487 miles (+3,039)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    95,487 miles
    Test number
    295662529837
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass92,448 miles (+4,522)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    92,448 miles
    Test number
    752726537620
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass87,926 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    87,926 miles
    Test number
    958349028637
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  10. Fail87,926 miles (+2,297)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,926 miles
    Test number
    441176770009
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  11. Pass85,629 miles (+1,493)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    85,629 miles
    Test number
    440702791374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,136 miles (+2,498)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    84,136 miles
    Test number
    822920798807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    81,638 miles
    Test number
    371989916072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 EMG

Does L90 EMG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 EMG is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 EMG?
The MOT on L90 EMG is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 EMG done?
L90 EMG was recorded at 98,867 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 856 miles a year.
Has L90 EMG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 EMG has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 EMG 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 EMG find?
L90 EMG passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 14 advisories: offside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; central oil leak, but not excessive transmission; central rear suspension arm ball joint has slight play axle/ a frame support, and 12 more.

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