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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

L90 GVMMOT history

L90 GVM is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1995. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 204,233 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2025.

L90 GVM red 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 23 Apr 2026
Mileage
204,233 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,020 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 GVM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
1 Aug 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 GVM was last recorded at 204,233 miles on 24 Apr 2025, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,210 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
6,020 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 204,233 miles
  • 2024 – 201,943 miles
  • 2022 – 200,236 miles
  • 2021 – 197,580 miles
  • 2020 – 195,222 miles
  • 2019 – 190,458 miles
  • 2018 – 186,132 miles
  • 2017 – 177,975 miles
  • 2016 – 168,958 miles
  • 2015 – 162,503 miles
  • 2014 – 158,719 miles
  • 2013 – 150,001 miles
  • 2012 – 140,888 miles
  • 2011 – 130,259 miles
  • 2010 – 118,135 miles
  • 2009 – 110,266 miles
  • 2008 – 98,579 miles
  • 2007 – 92,834 miles
  • 2006 – 90,236 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,233 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Offside Front Outrigger corroded!

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,233 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    204,233 miles
    Test number
    506506285601
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail204,210 miles (+9)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,210 miles
    Test number
    830432986742
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail204,201 miles (+2,258)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,201 miles
    Test number
    347855877169
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded lower bulkhead below servo and pedal box! (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower bulkhead! (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak!
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass201,943 miles (+1,707)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    201,943 miles
    Test number
    798224451378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass200,236 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    200,236 miles
    Test number
    159091379635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower bulkhead corroded!
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outrigger corroded!
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lower bulkhead corrosion!

  6. Fail200,231 miles (+2,651)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,231 miles
    Test number
    372421641367
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn A Frame! (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outrigger corroded!
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThrottle cable sticking!

  7. Pass197,580 miles (+2,358)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    197,580 miles
    Test number
    653924901425
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass195,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    195,222 miles
    Test number
    891335217269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail195,222 miles (+4,764)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,222 miles
    Test number
    730460016421
    • MajorAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass190,458 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    190,458 miles
    Test number
    928627750482
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Fail190,458 miles (+4,326)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,458 miles
    Test number
    209775142485
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass186,132 miles (+8,157)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    186,132 miles
    Test number
    377839369555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass177,975 miles (+9,017)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    177,975 miles
    Test number
    613090078325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass168,958 miles (+6,455)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    168,958 miles
    Test number
    561008371944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass162,503 miles (+3,784)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    162,503 miles
    Test number
    615809295027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f tractor joint has signs of oil.
    • NoteO/s middle spot light inop

  16. Pass158,719 miles (+8,718)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    158,719 miles
    Test number
    428587004154
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  17. Pass150,001 miles (+53)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    150,001 miles
    Test number
    219462623102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteSteering arm shock absorber rubber bush worn

  18. Fail149,948 miles (+9,060)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,948 miles
    Test number
    315209113131
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteSteering arm shock absorber rubber bush worn

  19. Pass140,888 miles (+10,629)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    140,888 miles
    Test number
    246897342492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass130,259 miles (+4)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    130,259 miles
    Test number
    958529931122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/r brake disc pitted

  21. Fail130,255 miles (+12,120)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,255 miles
    Test number
    685098931135
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/r brake disc pitted

  22. Pass118,135 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    118,135 miles
    Test number
    844189330154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront number plate racked.
    • NoteSlight leak front and rear diff pinion oil seal.

  23. Fail118,135 miles (+7,869)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,135 miles
    Test number
    992638430121
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront number plate racked.
    • NoteSlight leak front and rear diff pinion oil seal.

  24. Pass110,266 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    110,266 miles
    Test number
    612863039167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  25. Fail110,265 miles (+11,686)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,265 miles
    Test number
    744553539179
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear 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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWiper wheel box slight wear o/s

  26. Pass98,579 miles (+5,745)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2009
    Odometer
    98,579 miles
    Test number
    560988038128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFuel tank supports slightly corroded

  27. Fail92,834 miles1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,834 miles
    Test number
    332914347125
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass92,834 miles (+2,598)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    92,834 miles
    Test number
    544614447120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Pass90,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    90,236 miles
    Test number
    351407636180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 GVM

Does L90 GVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 GVM expired on 23 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 GVM?
The MOT on L90 GVM expired on 23 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 GVM done?
L90 GVM was recorded at 204,233 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2025, an average of 6,020 miles a year.
Has L90 GVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 GVM has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 GVM 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 GVM find?
L90 GVM passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2025 with 2 advisories: offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive.

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