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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

L90 HNBMOT history

L90 HNB is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Mar 1996. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 144,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2025.

L90 HNB blue 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 25 Aug 2026
Mileage
144,944 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2025
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,092 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 HNB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
14 Mar 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 HNB was last recorded at 144,944 miles on 26 Aug 2025, 5,268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,676 miles · 27 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
5,268 miles
Average per year
3,092 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,944 miles
  • 2022 – 139,676 miles
  • 2021 – 130,701 miles
  • 2020 – 124,664 miles
  • 2019 – 118,544 miles
  • 2010 – 110,453 miles
  • 2009 – 108,641 miles
  • 2008 – 106,176 miles
  • 2007 – 97,191 miles
  • 2006 – 84,610 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,944 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral chassis / suspension condition , surface rust,
  • AdvisoryHandbrake travel nearing maximum limits.

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 Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass144,944 miles (+5,268)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    144,944 miles
    Test number
    444203902505
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral chassis / suspension condition , surface rust,
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel nearing maximum limits.

  2. Pass139,676 miles (+8,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    139,676 miles
    Test number
    122541370724
    • AdvisoryRoad wheels/tyres protuding slightly out of bodywork.

  3. Pass130,701 miles (+6,037)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    130,701 miles
    Test number
    587357476422
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass124,664 miles (+6,120)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    124,664 miles
    Test number
    263453329276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass118,544 miles (+8,091)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    118,544 miles
    Test number
    139520440754
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront front number plate is in windscreen
    • AdvisoryChassis undersealed

  6. Pass110,453 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    110,453 miles
    Test number
    323228860099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in steerinrg damper rubber bush

  7. Fail110,453 miles (+1,812)10 failures9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,453 miles
    Test number
    643512260012
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in steerinrg damper rubber bush

  8. Pass108,641 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    108,641 miles
    Test number
    604423369043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail108,641 miles (+2,465)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,641 miles
    Test number
    680333069019
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail106,176 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,176 miles
    Test number
    334969538064
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass106,176 miles (+8,985)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    106,176 miles
    Test number
    384709038059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    97,191 miles
    Test number
    252523547070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail97,191 miles (+12,581)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,191 miles
    Test number
    963346537033
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass84,610 miles (+229)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    84,610 miles
    Test number
    363714336004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail84,381 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,381 miles
    Test number
    940075526008
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about L90 HNB

Does L90 HNB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 HNB expired on 25 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 HNB?
The MOT on L90 HNB expired on 25 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 HNB done?
L90 HNB was recorded at 144,944 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2025, an average of 3,092 miles a year.
Has L90 HNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 HNB has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2010.
Has the mileage on L90 HNB 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 HNB find?
L90 HNB passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2025 with 4 advisories: coil spring corroded all.; nearside drag link end ball joint has slight play; general chassis / suspension condition , surface rust,, and 1 more.

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