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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

L90 EPCMOT history

L90 EPC is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 15 Feb 1996. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 257,639 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

L90 EPC grey 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 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
257,639 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 EPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
15 Feb 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 EPC was last recorded at 257,639 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 64 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
257,575 miles · 12 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
64 miles
Average per year
4,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 257,639 miles
  • 2024 – 252,224 miles
  • 2023 – 247,217 miles
  • 2022 – 244,278 miles
  • 2021 – 242,215 miles
  • 2019 – 239,269 miles
  • 2018 – 237,648 miles
  • 2015 – 232,302 miles
  • 2014 – 224,970 miles
  • 2013 – 219,958 miles
  • 2012 – 216,918 miles
  • 2011 – 214,770 miles
  • 2010 – 211,662 miles
  • 2009 – 206,963 miles
  • 2008 – 196,917 miles
  • 2007 – 186,706 miles
  • 2006 – 174,680 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass257,639 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Central Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front hub seals slightly leaking both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass257,639 miles (+64)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    257,639 miles
    Test number
    761617789967
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail257,575 miles (+5,351)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,575 miles
    Test number
    271364098299
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working All (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass252,224 miles (+5,007)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    252,224 miles
    Test number
    910133802010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass247,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    247,217 miles
    Test number
    486107943839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail247,217 miles (+2,939)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,217 miles
    Test number
    827131500775
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass244,278 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    244,278 miles
    Test number
    339205191696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail244,261 miles (+2,046)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,261 miles
    Test number
    516537026988
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass242,215 miles (+56)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    242,215 miles
    Test number
    582580584227
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront hub seals slightly leaking both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail242,159 miles (+469)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,159 miles
    Test number
    365780239236
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users 5.54 reading limit is 3,00 (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousNearside Front Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront hub seals slightly leaking both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass241,690 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    241,690 miles
    Test number
    717755416384
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail241,684 miles (+2,415)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,684 miles
    Test number
    366811998654
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass239,269 miles (+1,621)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    239,269 miles
    Test number
    627521582701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass237,648 miles (+5,346)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    237,648 miles
    Test number
    140114089411
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass232,302 miles (+7,332)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    232,302 miles
    Test number
    806053565150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass224,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    224,970 miles
    Test number
    987277344168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail224,970 miles (+5,012)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,970 miles
    Test number
    319503244111
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  17. Pass219,958 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    219,958 miles
    Test number
    466443653050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail219,910 miles (+2,992)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,910 miles
    Test number
    667086043086
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass216,918 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    216,918 miles
    Test number
    427951432009
    • NoteIndicator operation on towbar system

  20. Fail216,915 miles (+2,145)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,915 miles
    Test number
    249098212012
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteIndicator operation on towbar system

  21. Pass214,770 miles (+41)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    214,770 miles
    Test number
    209992331077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDip stick tube broken and insecure
    • NoteFloorpan vibration cross brace above rear shock absorbers insecure
    • NoteWasher level low

  22. Fail214,729 miles (+3,067)1 dangerous7 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,729 miles
    Test number
    119250921095
    • DangerousFront and rear washers working wrong way round
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDip stick tube broken and insecure
    • NoteFloorpan vibration cross brace above rear shock absorbers insecure
    • NoteNearside rear bump stop missing
    • NoteWasher level low

  23. Pass211,662 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    211,662 miles
    Test number
    451232540064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail211,640 miles (+4,677)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,640 miles
    Test number
    611380440001
    • FailureNearside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass206,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    206,963 miles
    Test number
    824281249039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail206,963 miles (+10,046)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,963 miles
    Test number
    633410549027
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  27. Pass196,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    196,917 miles
    Test number
    730038438026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail196,917 miles (+10,211)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,917 miles
    Test number
    991477838068
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  29. Fail186,706 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,706 miles
    Test number
    460498637094
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  30. Pass186,706 miles (+12,026)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    186,706 miles
    Test number
    522298937056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass174,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    174,680 miles
    Test number
    612269336075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail174,680 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,680 miles
    Test number
    111678936479
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about L90 EPC

Does L90 EPC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 EPC is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L90 EPC?
The MOT on L90 EPC is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 EPC done?
L90 EPC was recorded at 257,639 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 4,178 miles a year.
Has L90 EPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 EPC has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 EPC 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 EPC find?
L90 EPC passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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