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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

L90 FRCMOT history

L90 FRC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 142,726 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

L90 FRC green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
142,726 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,155 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 FRC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 FRC was last recorded at 142,726 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 6,373 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,353 miles · 26 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
6,373 miles
Average per year
4,155 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 142,726 miles
  • 2024 – 136,353 miles
  • 2023 – 127,899 miles
  • 2022 – 126,310 miles
  • 2021 – 120,435 miles
  • 2016 – 119,977 miles
  • 2014 – 117,926 miles
  • 2013 – 112,000 miles
  • 2012 – 104,889 miles
  • 2011 – 98,397 miles
  • 2010 – 93,635 miles
  • 2009 – 89,857 miles
  • 2008 – 84,610 miles
  • 2007 – 76,929 miles
  • 2006 – 62,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,726 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass142,726 miles (+6,373)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    142,726 miles
    Test number
    609100440086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass136,353 miles (+8,454)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    136,353 miles
    Test number
    931111449036
    • MinorNearside Front Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn A frame bush pin slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass127,899 miles (+1,589)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    127,899 miles
    Test number
    851782473317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass126,310 miles (+5,875)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    126,310 miles
    Test number
    784217936294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass120,435 miles (+458)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    120,435 miles
    Test number
    415073574716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass119,977 miles (+2,051)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    119,977 miles
    Test number
    305266162733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass117,926 miles (+1)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    117,926 miles
    Test number
    976130024242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBrake pipes undersealed
    • NoteFluid leak on steering box
    • NoteN/s/r chassis section corroded but not yet holed
    • NoteRear diff seal leaking
    • NoteUnderside undersealed
  8. Fail117,925 miles (+5,925)1 failure1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,925 miles
    Test number
    325309714299
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBrake pipes undersealed
    • NoteFluid leak on steering box
    • NoteN/s/r chassis section corroded but not yet holed
    • NoteRear diff seal leaking
    • NoteUnderside undersealed
  9. Pass112,000 miles (+7,111)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    112,000 miles
    Test number
    978141823201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    104,889 miles
    Test number
    575863322272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail104,889 miles (+6,492)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,889 miles
    Test number
    395621922265
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
  12. Pass98,397 miles (+2)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    98,397 miles
    Test number
    359411401446
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteFront discs slightly pitted
    • NoteRear discs slightly pitted
  13. Fail98,395 miles (+4,760)11 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,395 miles
    Test number
    938370701248
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteFront discs slightly pitted
    • NoteRear discs slightly pitted
  14. Pass93,635 miles (+3,778)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    93,635 miles
    Test number
    294176510201
    • NoteL/H Rear disc pitted Rear Damper top bushies small play
  15. Pass89,857 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    89,857 miles
    Test number
    221122109235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail89,856 miles (+5,246)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,856 miles
    Test number
    623921209211
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass84,610 miles (+7,681)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    84,610 miles
    Test number
    423034328209
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass76,929 miles (+14,236)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    76,929 miles
    Test number
    721470527281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    62,693 miles
    Test number
    374859616447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 FRC

Does L90 FRC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 FRC is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L90 FRC?
The MOT on L90 FRC is valid until 10 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 FRC done?
L90 FRC was recorded at 142,726 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 4,155 miles a year.
Has L90 FRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 FRC has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2014.
Has the mileage on L90 FRC 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 FRC find?
L90 FRC passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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