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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

L90 ESXMOT history

L90 ESX is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 229,589 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

L90 ESX blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
229,589 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,222 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 ESX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 ESX was last recorded at 229,589 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 1,862 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
227,727 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,862 miles
Average per year
10,222 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 229,589 miles
  • 2024 – 227,727 miles
  • 2023 – 224,635 miles
  • 2022 – 219,672 miles
  • 2021 – 216,938 miles
  • 2020 – 216,933 miles
  • 2018 – 207,893 miles
  • 2017 – 197,725 miles
  • 2016 – 188,365 miles
  • 2015 – 176,120 miles
  • 2013 – 162,215 miles
  • 2012 – 143,559 miles
  • 2011 – 115,071 miles
  • 2010 – 80,576 miles
  • 2009 – 48,868 miles
  • 2008 – 43,232 miles
  • 2007 – 38,555 miles
  • 2006 – 34,435 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass229,589 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass229,589 miles (+1,862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    229,589 miles
    Test number
    888653770057
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass227,727 miles (+3,092)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    227,727 miles
    Test number
    495222206378
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip to screen (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass224,635 miles (+4,963)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    224,635 miles
    Test number
    798458068380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass219,672 miles (+2,734)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    219,672 miles
    Test number
    112701762128
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass216,938 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    216,938 miles
    Test number
    412451752696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass216,933 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    216,933 miles
    Test number
    274778801231
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  7. Fail216,933 miles (+9,040)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,933 miles
    Test number
    960630517331
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Pass207,893 miles (+10,168)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    207,893 miles
    Test number
    609573652663
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  9. Pass197,725 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    197,725 miles
    Test number
    585555561120
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryDrivers door damaged
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear pipe split at joint

  10. Fail197,725 miles (+9,360)2 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,725 miles
    Test number
    404771350197
    • Repaired at testBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryDrivers door damaged
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear pipe split at joint

  11. Pass188,365 miles (+12,245)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    188,365 miles
    Test number
    790315276068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass176,120 miles (+13,905)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    176,120 miles
    Test number
    637371045066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Pass162,215 miles (+18,656)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    162,215 miles
    Test number
    616020263280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass143,559 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    143,559 miles
    Test number
    409720302490
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteHigh hand brake travel

  15. Fail143,559 miles (+28,488)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,559 miles
    Test number
    768790602306
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteHigh hand brake travel

  16. Pass115,071 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    115,071 miles
    Test number
    787314001368
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  17. Fail115,071 miles (+34,495)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,071 miles
    Test number
    446744501379
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  18. Pass80,576 miles (+23)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    80,576 miles
    Test number
    272465400349
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront propshaft joints worn

  19. Fail80,553 miles (+31,685)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,553 miles
    Test number
    472002200476
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront propshaft joints worn

  20. Pass48,868 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    48,868 miles
    Test number
    173092809351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,857 miles (+5,625)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,857 miles
    Test number
    940331709321
    • FailureCentre Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

  22. Pass43,232 miles (+4,677)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    43,232 miles
    Test number
    750786198225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres worn inside edge

  23. Pass38,555 miles (+4,120)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    38,555 miles
    Test number
    381112797496
    • NoteFront and rear no plates poor condition

  24. Pass34,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    34,435 miles
    Test number
    381532496456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 ESX

Does L90 ESX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 ESX is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L90 ESX?
The MOT on L90 ESX is valid until 20 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 ESX done?
L90 ESX was recorded at 229,589 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 10,222 miles a year.
Has L90 ESX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 ESX has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on L90 ESX 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 ESX find?
L90 ESX passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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