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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

L90 EXEMOT history

L90 EXE is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 373,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

L90 EXE 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 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
373,220 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
14,643 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 EXE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 EXE was last recorded at 373,220 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 3,391 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
369,829 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,391 miles
Average per year
14,643 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 373,220 miles
  • 2025 – 369,829 miles
  • 2024 – 367,319 miles
  • 2023 – 362,889 miles
  • 2022 – 343,648 miles
  • 2021 – 324,006 miles
  • 2020 – 306,263 miles
  • 2019 – 287,829 miles
  • 2018 – 272,467 miles
  • 2017 – 256,164 miles
  • 2016 – 237,973 miles
  • 2015 – 222,534 miles
  • 2014 – 204,544 miles
  • 2013 – 182,870 miles
  • 2012 – 164,553 miles
  • 2011 – 142,217 miles
  • 2010 – 131,750 miles
  • 2009 – 115,343 miles
  • 2008 – 105,373 miles
  • 2007 – 95,220 miles
  • 2006 – 83,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass373,220 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • 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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal slight leaks
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front hub seal leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Seat belt slightly damaged both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass373,220 miles (+3,391)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    373,220 miles
    Test number
    319031309395
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal slight leaks
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass369,829 miles (+2,510)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    369,829 miles
    Test number
    438125842463
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight Leak On Hub Seal
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass367,319 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    367,319 miles
    Test number
    921111682171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front hub seal leaking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail367,315 miles (+4,426)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    367,315 miles
    Test number
    881662881574
    • MajorCentral Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting nearside (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting bottom of bulk head (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front hub seal leaking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front hub seal leaking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass362,889 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    362,889 miles
    Test number
    264774820721
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail362,889 miles (+19,241)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    362,889 miles
    Test number
    959754831021
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass343,648 miles (+19,642)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    343,648 miles
    Test number
    824117037854
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both front seat belts damaged (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both front wheel bearings have some slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security passenger footwell has a hole due to rust but is not seriously affecting overall body security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers door does not shut fully but still secure

  8. Pass324,006 miles (+17,743)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    324,006 miles
    Test number
    266496947526
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged both (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  9. Pass306,263 miles (+18,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    306,263 miles
    Test number
    387157000542
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass287,829 miles (+15,362)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    287,829 miles
    Test number
    944218829481
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged both (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Drop arm on steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass272,467 miles (+16,303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    272,467 miles
    Test number
    687487876148
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  12. Pass256,164 miles (+18,191)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    256,164 miles
    Test number
    447987812514
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play drop arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryDrivers inner door handle stiff in operation
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass237,973 miles (+15,439)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    237,973 miles
    Test number
    911581965609
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion under side (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  14. Pass222,534 miles (+17,990)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    222,534 miles
    Test number
    168117245467
    • NoteBrake pedal pivot bushes slightly worn
    • NoteDrivers lower door hinge worn
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  15. Pass204,544 miles (+21,674)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    204,544 miles
    Test number
    225367054068
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front axle spheres weeping
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

  16. Pass182,870 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    182,870 miles
    Test number
    297342543003
    • NoteBoth front axle sphers damp
    • NoteOil leaks

  17. Fail182,870 miles (+18,317)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,870 miles
    Test number
    178820343059
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteBoth front axle sphers damp
    • NoteFront propshaft uj worn to axle
    • NoteOil leaks

  18. Pass164,553 miles (+22,336)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    164,553 miles
    Test number
    675109742081
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteBoth front outer spheres damp
    • NoteOil leaks

  19. Pass142,217 miles (+513)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    142,217 miles
    Test number
    896607041072
    • NoteBoth front swivel seals appear to be weeping
    • NoteOffside front headlamp reflector in poor condition
    • NotePlay in front and rear anti-roll bar bushes
    • NoteRear chassis rails and rear cross member are showing corrosion
    • NoteStone chips in front windscreen

  20. Fail141,704 miles (+9,954)12 failures1 advisory11 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,704 miles
    Test number
    645592531066
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteAll brake discs are in very poor condition+brake efficiency is low
    • NoteEngine is running cold
    • NoteExhaust blowing manifold area
    • NoteFront windscreen wash wipe switch is broken
    • NoteOffside front headlamp reflector corroded
    • NotePlay in front and rear anti-roll bar bushes
    • NotePlay in steering damper bushes
    • NoteRear chassis rails and rear cross-member are showing corrosion
    • NoteRear tie bar bushes are in very poor condition
    • NoteTow bar securing pin is very loose

  21. Pass131,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    131,750 miles
    Test number
    520394970256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail131,746 miles (+16,403)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,746 miles
    Test number
    480794070265
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass115,343 miles (+9,970)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    115,343 miles
    Test number
    390745579261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass105,373 miles (+180)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    105,373 miles
    Test number
    302091998216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBrake pedal has slight side ways travel
    • NoteSlight play in rear prop shaft universall joint
    • NoteSlight play in steering arm shock absorba bush

  25. Fail105,193 miles (+9,973)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,193 miles
    Test number
    344117988465
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBrake pedal has slight side ways travel
    • NoteSlight play in rear prop shaft universall joint
    • NoteSlight play in steering arm shock absorba bush

  26. Pass95,220 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    95,220 miles
    Test number
    303482797470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  27. Fail95,220 miles (+11,983)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,220 miles
    Test number
    360692897288
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  28. Pass83,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    83,237 miles
    Test number
    383273786225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail83,237 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,237 miles
    Test number
    394470086263
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about L90 EXE

Does L90 EXE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 EXE is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 EXE?
The MOT on L90 EXE is valid until 26 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 EXE done?
L90 EXE was recorded at 373,220 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 14,643 miles a year.
Has L90 EXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 EXE has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on L90 EXE 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 EXE find?
L90 EXE passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front oil leak, but not excessive; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 8 more.

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