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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,492 cc

L90 ETCMOT history

L90 ETC is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 39,483 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

L90 ETC grey Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
39,483 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,698 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 ETC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 ETC was last recorded at 39,483 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 3,791 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,692 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,791 miles
Average per year
1,698 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,483 miles
  • 2025 – 35,692 miles
  • 2024 – 32,691 miles
  • 2023 – 30,625 miles
  • 2022 – 27,483 miles
  • 2021 – 26,392 miles
  • 2020 – 25,056 miles
  • 2019 – 23,048 miles
  • 2018 – 21,385 miles
  • 2017 – 21,151 miles
  • 2016 – 20,663 miles
  • 2015 – 20,251 miles
  • 2014 – 20,207 miles
  • 2013 – 19,027 miles
  • 2012 – 17,750 miles
  • 2011 – 15,804 miles
  • 2010 – 13,387 miles
  • 2009 – 11,259 miles
  • 2008 – 9,188 miles
  • 2007 – 7,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,483 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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 Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,483 miles (+3,791)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    39,483 miles
    Test number
    764508584522
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  2. Pass35,692 miles (+3,001)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    35,692 miles
    Test number
    390608502724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass32,691 miles (+2,066)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    32,691 miles
    Test number
    338161629717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass30,625 miles (+3,142)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    30,625 miles
    Test number
    534945465139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass27,483 miles (+1,091)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    27,483 miles
    Test number
    570111476598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass26,392 miles (+1,336)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    26,392 miles
    Test number
    603644995743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass25,056 miles (+2,008)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    25,056 miles
    Test number
    518310098627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass23,048 miles (+1,663)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    23,048 miles
    Test number
    729784465006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass21,385 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    21,385 miles
    Test number
    928909584475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail21,366 miles (+215)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,366 miles
    Test number
    808506363658
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  11. Pass21,151 miles (+488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    21,151 miles
    Test number
    765535658110
    • AdvisoryMisting of oil round engine and gear box area
  12. Pass20,663 miles (+386)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    20,663 miles
    Test number
    813932965404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass20,277 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    20,277 miles
    Test number
    871252890307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass20,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    20,251 miles
    Test number
    228521575454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail20,251 miles (+44)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,251 miles
    Test number
    256339455471
    • FailureFront passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  16. Pass20,207 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    20,207 miles
    Test number
    758560974168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  17. Fail20,207 miles (+1,180)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,207 miles
    Test number
    235089764125
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  18. Pass19,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    19,027 miles
    Test number
    299564383199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail19,027 miles (+1,277)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,027 miles
    Test number
    248659573151
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
  20. Pass17,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    17,750 miles
    Test number
    979042502295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail17,750 miles (+1,946)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,750 miles
    Test number
    267484292435
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  22. Pass15,804 miles (+2,417)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    15,804 miles
    Test number
    385914491187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    13,387 miles
    Test number
    812685890131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail13,387 miles (+2,128)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,387 miles
    Test number
    552824790143
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteCLUTCH PEDAL RUBBER MISSING
    • NoteSTEERING WHEEL COULING LOOSE
  25. Pass11,259 miles (+2,071)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    11,259 miles
    Test number
    361928099139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass9,188 miles (+2,131)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    9,188 miles
    Test number
    451557898196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass7,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    7,057 miles
    Test number
    854724997137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail7,057 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,057 miles
    Test number
    413561897134
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Questions about L90 ETC

Does L90 ETC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 ETC is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 ETC?
The MOT on L90 ETC is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 ETC done?
L90 ETC was recorded at 39,483 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 1,698 miles a year.
Has L90 ETC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 ETC has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on L90 ETC 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 ETC find?
L90 ETC passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: central rear suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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