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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

L90 GLVMOT history

L90 GLV is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 150,419 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

L90 GLV white 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 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
150,419 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,661 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 GLV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 GLV was last recorded at 150,419 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 3,772 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,647 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,772 miles
Average per year
3,661 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,419 miles
  • 2025 – 146,647 miles
  • 2024 – 143,362 miles
  • 2023 – 140,275 miles
  • 2022 – 136,789 miles
  • 2021 – 133,436 miles
  • 2020 – 132,207 miles
  • 2019 – 130,108 miles
  • 2018 – 124,820 miles
  • 2017 – 118,001 miles
  • 2015 – 116,666 miles
  • 2014 – 115,526 miles
  • 2013 – 111,782 miles
  • 2012 – 108,048 miles
  • 2011 – 105,452 miles
  • 2010 – 100,704 miles
  • 2008 – 96,093 miles
  • 2007 – 86,354 miles
  • 2006 – 78,925 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,419 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,419 miles (+3,772)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    150,419 miles
    Test number
    139107325649
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass146,647 miles (+277)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    146,647 miles
    Test number
    885314609943
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  3. Fail146,370 miles (+3,008)9 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,370 miles
    Test number
    534613309699
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed holes in exhaust (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Floor insecure footwell holed (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead holed and corroded badly (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive swivels (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass143,362 miles (+3,087)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    143,362 miles
    Test number
    927303033404
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting repair covered in underseal (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass140,275 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    140,275 miles
    Test number
    640175683738
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail140,270 miles (+3,481)1 dangerous8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,270 miles
    Test number
    805251743805
    • DangerousElectrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Floor excessively deteriorated close to clutch pedal corroded and holed (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass136,789 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    136,789 miles
    Test number
    574909043674
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth axle swivel seals slightly leaking

  8. Fail136,784 miles (+3,348)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,784 miles
    Test number
    230462635580
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth axle swivel seals slightly leaking

  9. Pass133,436 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    133,436 miles
    Test number
    915437040328
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp in op

  10. Fail133,436 miles (+1,229)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,436 miles
    Test number
    886054293825
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulk head at servo mount (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected engine bay touching steering shaft (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp in op

  11. Pass132,207 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    132,207 miles
    Test number
    733806487585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement raidus arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper bulkhead corroded at inside

  12. Fail132,206 miles (+2,098)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,206 miles
    Test number
    592979629710
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement raidus arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper bulkhead corroded at inside
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass130,108 miles (+6)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    130,108 miles
    Test number
    319648483020
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail130,102 miles (+5,282)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,102 miles
    Test number
    710551001118
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass124,820 miles (+6,819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    124,820 miles
    Test number
    645113350196
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Pass118,001 miles (+1,335)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    118,001 miles
    Test number
    987042538279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass116,666 miles (+1,140)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    116,666 miles
    Test number
    737310371569
    • AdvisoryItems removed from view
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass115,526 miles (+3,744)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    115,526 miles
    Test number
    577548924357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass111,782 miles (+3,734)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    111,782 miles
    Test number
    206022733368
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  20. Pass108,048 miles (+2,596)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    108,048 miles
    Test number
    158691522346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass105,452 miles (+4,748)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    105,452 miles
    Test number
    175762541327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass100,704 miles (+4,611)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    100,704 miles
    Test number
    223166290209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass96,093 miles (+9,739)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    96,093 miles
    Test number
    480540958335
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass86,354 miles (+241)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    86,354 miles
    Test number
    282119047383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail86,113 miles (+7,188)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,113 miles
    Test number
    434102047494
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass78,925 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    78,925 miles
    Test number
    281350546325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  27. Fail78,906 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,906 miles
    Test number
    713879436321
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about L90 GLV

Does L90 GLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 GLV is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 GLV?
The MOT on L90 GLV is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 GLV done?
L90 GLV was recorded at 150,419 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 3,661 miles a year.
Has L90 GLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 GLV has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 GLV 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 GLV find?
L90 GLV passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly chafed; offside front brake hose slightly chafed; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 1 more.

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