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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

L90 GCMMOT history

L90 GCM is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 181,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

L90 GCM 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 9 Jan 2027
Mileage
181,458 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,640 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 GCM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 GCM was last recorded at 181,458 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 5,006 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,452 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,006 miles
Average per year
7,640 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,458 miles
  • 2025 – 176,452 miles
  • 2023 – 170,986 miles
  • 2022 – 165,560 miles
  • 2021 – 160,732 miles
  • 2020 – 158,723 miles
  • 2019 – 156,471 miles
  • 2018 – 154,417 miles
  • 2017 – 149,800 miles
  • 2016 – 144,454 miles
  • 2015 – 138,828 miles
  • 2014 – 126,802 miles
  • 2013 – 104,541 miles
  • 2012 – 95,193 miles
  • 2011 – 87,141 miles
  • 2010 – 72,998 miles
  • 2009 – 60,004 miles
  • 2008 – 47,916 miles
  • 2007 – 38,513 miles
  • 2006 – 28,805 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,458 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryAll four suspension springs corroded

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive transmission

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake warning lamp not working when fully applied

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,458 miles (+5,006)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    181,458 miles
    Test number
    403722196387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll four suspension springs corroded

  2. Pass176,452 miles (+5,466)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    176,452 miles
    Test number
    435781487067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass170,986 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    170,986 miles
    Test number
    697053624437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis body mounting outrigger corroded / holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail170,986 miles (+5,426)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,986 miles
    Test number
    705860509006
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right Adjusted back within tolerance (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis body mounting outrigger corroded / holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass165,560 miles (+4,828)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    165,560 miles
    Test number
    276148282264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust cooroded

  6. Pass160,732 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    160,732 miles
    Test number
    485054775089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  7. Fail160,730 miles (+2,007)4 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,730 miles
    Test number
    771668404186
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  8. Pass158,723 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    158,723 miles
    Test number
    808462892632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake warning lamp not working when fully applied

  9. Fail158,717 miles (+2,246)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,717 miles
    Test number
    330077277253
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.93 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake warning lamp not working when fully applied

  10. Pass156,471 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    156,471 miles
    Test number
    315121126695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material m/cyl to flexi brake pipe slightly corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail156,467 miles (+2,050)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,467 miles
    Test number
    230297524084
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Manufacturers limit displayed on the vehicle is 1.93 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play drag link from steering box drop arm to nearside hub, end excessively worn. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material m/cyl to flexi brake pipe slightly corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass154,417 miles (+4,617)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    154,417 miles
    Test number
    377366300740
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass149,800 miles (+5,346)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    149,800 miles
    Test number
    107318176949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass144,454 miles (+5,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    144,454 miles
    Test number
    533823027708
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  15. Pass138,828 miles (+12,026)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    138,828 miles
    Test number
    357591825010
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Pass126,802 miles (+11,919)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    126,802 miles
    Test number
    106839444328
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass114,883 miles (+10,342)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    114,883 miles
    Test number
    357007304021
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass104,541 miles (+9,348)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    104,541 miles
    Test number
    269288203088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass95,193 miles (+8,052)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    95,193 miles
    Test number
    315975902032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass87,141 miles (+14,143)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    87,141 miles
    Test number
    325444311027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,998 miles (+12,994)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    72,998 miles
    Test number
    323783610043
    • NoteSlight bind on offside front brake.

  22. Pass60,004 miles (+12,088)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    60,004 miles
    Test number
    632492809005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,916 miles (+9,403)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    47,916 miles
    Test number
    343730018076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,513 miles (+9,708)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    38,513 miles
    Test number
    723612817043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    28,805 miles
    Test number
    162682516054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 GCM

Does L90 GCM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 GCM is valid until 9 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 GCM?
The MOT on L90 GCM is valid until 9 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 GCM done?
L90 GCM was recorded at 181,458 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 7,640 miles a year.
Has L90 GCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 GCM has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on L90 GCM 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 GCM find?
L90 GCM passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; all four suspension springs corroded.

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