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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

L90 GRGMOT history

L90 GRG is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Jan 1995. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2024 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 171,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2023.

L90 GRG black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Oct 2024
Mileage
171,079 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2023
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,412 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 GRG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Jan 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 GRG was last recorded at 171,079 miles on 16 Oct 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Oct 2023: 171,076 miles, lower than 171,077 miles on 5 Aug 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
171,076 miles · 9 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,412 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 171,079 miles
  • 2020 – 171,077 miles
  • 2018 – 171,076 miles
  • 2013 – 168,564 miles
  • 2012 – 163,803 miles
  • 2011 – 162,080 miles
  • 2010 – 158,340 miles
  • 2009 – 149,571 miles
  • 2007 – 138,670 miles
  • 2006 – 130,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,079 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront swivel joints weepingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering damper has a slightly worn bushRecorded at 2 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.

  • Nearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front washer jet weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front swivel housing seal slight leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

16 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,079 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    171,079 miles
    Test number
    380732952083
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront swivel joints weeping
    • AdvisorySteering damper has a slightly worn bush

  2. Fail171,076 miles (-1)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,076 miles
    Test number
    839270198267
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront swivel joints weeping
    • AdvisorySteering damper has a slightly worn bush

  3. Pass171,077 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    171,077 miles
    Test number
    526024099405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front washer jet weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel housing seal slight leak

  4. Fail171,076 miles4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,076 miles
    Test number
    305492487983
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front washer jet weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel housing seal slight leak

  5. Pass171,076 miles (+2,512)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    171,076 miles
    Test number
    348062794034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass168,564 miles (+58)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    168,564 miles
    Test number
    939848533347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteNearside And Offside Rear tyres Perished But No Cords Exposed
    • NoteOil leak

  7. Fail168,506 miles (+4,703)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,506 miles
    Test number
    329133323393
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteNearside And Offside Rear Tyres Perished But No Cords Exposed
    • NoteOil leak

  8. Pass163,803 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    163,803 miles
    Test number
    456249312356
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  9. Fail163,786 miles (+1,706)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,786 miles
    Test number
    217993512340
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  10. Pass162,080 miles (+3,740)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    162,080 miles
    Test number
    129688231246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass158,340 miles (+8,769)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    158,340 miles
    Test number
    101484740238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass149,571 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    149,571 miles
    Test number
    970772919292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail149,567 miles (+10,897)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,567 miles
    Test number
    280931599439
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  14. Pass138,670 miles (+8,621)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    138,670 miles
    Test number
    962051837386
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSteering box leaking

  15. Pass130,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    130,049 miles
    Test number
    393114586288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail130,049 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,049 miles
    Test number
    920934486236
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp obscured more than 50% (1.3.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about L90 GRG

Does L90 GRG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 GRG expired on 15 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 GRG?
The MOT on L90 GRG expired on 15 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 GRG done?
L90 GRG was recorded at 171,079 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2023, an average of 2,412 miles a year.
Has L90 GRG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 GRG has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on L90 GRG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Oct 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 GRG find?
L90 GRG passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2023 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; front swivel joints weeping; steering damper has a slightly worn bush.

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