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Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

L90 GXGMOT history

L90 GXG is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 19 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

L90 GXG green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
89,780 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 GXG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 GXG was last recorded at 89,780 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 678 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jul 2007: 54,933 miles, lower than 430,383 miles on 18 Aug 2006.

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
89,102 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
678 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,780 miles
  • 2025 – 89,102 miles
  • 2024 – 88,988 miles
  • 2023 – 88,425 miles
  • 2022 – 86,401 miles
  • 2021 – 85,425 miles
  • 2020 – 84,293 miles
  • 2019 – 83,368 miles
  • 2017 – 80,820 miles
  • 2016 – 78,098 miles
  • 2010 – 71,613 miles
  • 2009 – 62,968 miles
  • 2007 – 54,933 miles
  • 2006 – 430,383 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,780 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 3RD AXLE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play 3RD AXLE (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Central Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,780 miles (+678)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    89,780 miles
    Test number
    193337399429
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 3RD AXLE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play 3RD AXLE (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass89,102 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    89,102 miles
    Test number
    498144664062
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail89,102 miles (+114)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,102 miles
    Test number
    210151524931
    • DangerousRear Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass88,988 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    88,988 miles
    Test number
    441813715059
    • MinorCentral Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail88,988 miles (+563)1 dangerous5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,988 miles
    Test number
    777660384165
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass88,425 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    88,425 miles
    Test number
    352961859981
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail88,425 miles (+2,024)3 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,425 miles
    Test number
    792455672610
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass86,401 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    86,401 miles
    Test number
    901036254996
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail86,401 miles (+976)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,401 miles
    Test number
    201936556171
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass85,425 miles (+1,132)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    85,425 miles
    Test number
    734024856472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 1st axle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush 1st axle (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush 1st axle (5.3.2 (c))

  11. Pass84,293 miles (+925)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    84,293 miles
    Test number
    641187332753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,368 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    83,368 miles
    Test number
    711246782541
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on both rear axles (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all 4 rear top bushes (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on steering box

  13. Fail83,368 miles (+2,548)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,368 miles
    Test number
    796579742062
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on both rear axles (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all 4 rear top bushes (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on steering box

  14. Pass80,820 miles (+2,722)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    80,820 miles
    Test number
    749484807265
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs in a rusty condition

  15. Pass78,098 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    78,098 miles
    Test number
    891275483757
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake discs in a rusty condition

  16. Fail78,098 miles (+6,485)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,098 miles
    Test number
    407447559584
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake discs in a rusty condition

  17. Pass71,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    71,613 miles
    Test number
    351078220433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail71,613 miles (+8,645)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,613 miles
    Test number
    140148520285
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass62,968 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    62,968 miles
    Test number
    682778089135
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail62,968 miles (+8,035)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,968 miles
    Test number
    632973089171
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass54,933 miles (-375,450)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    54,933 miles
    Test number
    521570907299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass430,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    430,383 miles
    Test number
    374430936496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 GXG

Does L90 GXG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 GXG is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 GXG?
The MOT on L90 GXG is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 GXG done?
L90 GXG was recorded at 89,780 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026.
Has L90 GXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 GXG has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 GXG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jul 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 GXG find?
L90 GXG passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: front prop shaft bearing has slight play; nearside front lower drag link end ball joint has slight play; nearside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 4 more.

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